Looking for an immigration consultant Surrey clients can meet near Newton Exchange? Third Pole Immigration Services is a private RCIC-led immigration consulting firm providing regulated advice, eligibility assessment, application assistance, document review and authorized representation. We advise individuals, families, students, workers and employers on study permits, work permits, open work permits, spousal sponsorship, visitor visas, Super Visas, Express Entry, BC PNP, permanent residence, citizenship and refusal matters.
Our Surrey immigration consulting services are led by Dr. Gursewak Singh Brar, MSc, PhD, RCIC (licence R709308), a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant licensed by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC). You can verify the licence on the CICC public register. Consultations are available in English, Punjabi and Hindi.
Immigration Consultant Surrey: RCIC Advice and Representation
Choose the immigration consulting service that matches your situation. Each service page explains the general process, while your consultation focuses on your eligibility, documents and representation needs.
Study permit consulting (study visa) and PGWP
RCIC advice and application assistance for study permits, extensions and Post-Graduation Work Permit matters for students in Surrey and the Lower Mainland.
Work permit consulting (work visa) and extensions
Advice and application assistance for employer-specific work permits, LMIA-based work permits and extensions, including status-related considerations.
Open work permit and spousal open work permit consulting
Eligibility assessment and application assistance for open work permit options, including spousal open work permit matters under current rules.
Spousal and family sponsorship consulting
Regulated advice, document review and representation for spouse, partner and dependent-child sponsorship matters.
Visitor visa and Super Visa consulting
Professional guidance and application assistance for visitor visas, visitor record extensions and Super Visa matters.
Express Entry and permanent residence consulting
Express Entry eligibility assessment, CRS guidance, profile strategy and permanent residence application assistance.
BC PNP immigration consulting
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program eligibility review, document guidance and authorized representation where applicable.
Permanent residence (PR) pathways
Assessment of federal and provincial permanent residence options based on your work, study, language and family circumstances.
LMIA consulting and employer support
LMIA consulting, recruitment-document review and foreign-worker hiring support for Canadian employers.
Canadian citizenship consulting
Citizenship eligibility review, document guidance and application assistance for eligible permanent residents.
PR card and PRTD consulting
Advice and application assistance for PR card renewal and Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) matters.
Refusal review and reconsideration advice
Professional review of refusal reasons and officer concerns, with advice on reapplication, reconsideration or other available options.
Canada Immigration Programs and IRCC: What an RCIC in Surrey Does
Canadian immigration programs are administered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). IRCC and other responsible government authorities make the decisions on visas, permits, permanent residence and citizenship matters. Program rules, forms, fees and online systems can change, so our role is to provide regulated immigration advice and representation rather than government services.
Third Pole Immigration Services is a private consulting firm and is not IRCC or part of the Government of Canada. As an RCIC-led practice, we assess eligibility, explain available pathways, review supporting documents, assist with application preparation and provide authorized representation where retained. If you only need government information, forms or direct IRCC contact options, use the official Government of Canada immigration website. If you want professional advice from an immigration consultant Surrey clients can meet locally, book a consultation.
Best immigration consultant in Surrey? How to choose
Many people search for the best or top-rated immigration consultant in Surrey, or for a top 10 list. That is natural when your family's future is involved, but lists are often opinion, advertising or paid placement, and no list can tell you whether a consultant is right for your case. Before you hire anyone, including us, check these points:
- Verify the licence yourself. Search the CICC public register for an RCIC, while lawyers are listed with the Law Society of British Columbia.
- Be wary of guarantees and approval rates. Only IRCC decides an application, so nobody can honestly promise a result.
- Never pay for a job offer or LMIA, because selling job offers is a known immigration scam.
- Ask who will be named as your representative on the application, and also get the services and fees in writing.
- Check that you can communicate clearly, because you may need English, Punjabi or Hindi.
- Read recent Google reviews, including critical ones, and see whether they describe real cases.
We are happy to be compared against this checklist.
Study permit consulting (study visa) and PGWP help in Surrey
For example, many students in Surrey attend institutions such as Kwantlen Polytechnic University and Simon Fraser University. If you are planning to study in British Columbia, our study permit consultant Surrey service provides eligibility guidance, document review and application assistance for a study permit (study visa) or extension. Canada caps many study permit applications, and provincial attestation letter (PAL) requirements can apply. However, starting January 1, 2026, eligible master’s and doctoral students in degree-granting programs at public institutions are exempt from the PAL/TAL requirement.
After graduation, a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) may be available depending on your institution, program and other eligibility requirements. Therefore, we review the current criteria and explain how study choices may affect future work-permit and permanent-residence options.
Work Permit Consultant Surrey: Work Visa, Open Work Permit, SOWP and LMIA
Work permit eligibility and application advice
A Canada work permit (work visa) can be employer-specific or open, and some categories involve an LMIA while others are LMIA-exempt. Which pathway may apply depends on the job, employer and applicant profile. Our work permit consultant Surrey service focuses on eligibility, status considerations, document review and application assistance. If a permit is nearing expiry, obtain advice early because filing timing can affect continued authorization to work.
Canada work permit requirements and supporting documents
Work permit requirements in Canada. Requirements vary by permit category. Depending on the case, documents may include a valid passport, evidence of eligibility for the work-permit category, employment documentation, an LMIA or LMIA-exemption information, and other supporting records. Medical examinations or police certificates may also be required. We review the applicable requirements and supporting documents before submission.
Canada work permit fees. Government processing fees vary by application type, and additional charges such as biometrics or an open-work-permit holder fee may apply. Because government fees can change, we direct clients to current IRCC fee information and explain our separate professional fees before work begins.
Open work permit and spousal open work permit consulting. An open work permit lets you work for almost any employer in Canada, but only certain applicants qualify, so the open work permit requirements in Canada depend on your category. A spousal open work permit (SOWP) is now available in fewer cases than before. Because IRCC changed the rules in January 2025 and again in March 2026, eligibility for an open work permit in Canada as a spouse depends on your partner's job category or study program. As your immigration consultant in Surrey, we check whether you qualify before you spend money on an application. Canadian employers can also contact us about LMIA applications and hiring foreign workers. However, we do not sell or guarantee job offers, and you should never pay anyone for one.
Spousal and family sponsorship consulting in Surrey
Our spousal sponsorship consultant Surrey service provides regulated advice, document review and representation for spousal and family sponsorship matters. Eligibility and procedures differ depending on the relationship, the sponsor’s status and whether the applicant is in Canada or abroad. Family sponsorship can also include dependent children. Parents and grandparents have separate sponsorship rules, while the Super Visa may be relevant for longer visits.
Fake documents or a marriage of convenience can lead to refusal and a five-year ban from applying, so we only assist with genuine relationships.
Visitor visa and Super Visa consulting help in Surrey
If your family plans to visit you in Surrey, our visitor visa consultant Surrey service provides eligibility guidance, document review and application assistance for visitor visa, visitor record and Super Visa matters. Officers may consider the purpose of travel, finances, ties and overall evidence. An invitation letter does not guarantee approval. Super Visa cases also have specific requirements, including qualifying medical insurance and host-income requirements.
PR Consultant Surrey: Express Entry, Permanent Residence and BC PNP
Express Entry Canada manages applications under several federal economic immigration programs and ranks eligible candidates using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). Our PR consultant Surrey service assesses factors such as work experience, education and language results, explains realistic permanent residence pathways, and provides profile and application assistance where retained. Some people search for a “permanent visa for Canada,” but the official concept is permanent residence.
The BC PNP changes frequently. In April 2026, B.C. announced priorities centred on Care, Build and Innovate, and said it anticipated at least 35% of nominations for candidates working outside Metro Vancouver. Because Surrey is within Metro Vancouver and program criteria can change, our BC PNP consulting focuses on current eligibility, documentation and how provincial nomination may interact with Express Entry or other permanent-residence strategies.
PR card renewal, PRTD and Canadian citizenship consulting in Surrey
Permanent residents can ask us about PR card renewal, and about a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) if you are outside Canada without a valid PR card. We also help eligible permanent residents with a Canadian citizenship consulting (an Immigration Canada citizenship application), including the eligibility review and document preparation. If you are thinking about moving from PR to citizenship in Canada, we check your time in Canada, your language and test requirements and your tax filings before you apply.
Immigration Refusal Review Surrey: Visa, Permit and PR Advice
A refusal can be stressful. As an immigration consultant Surrey clients can consult locally, we review refusal reasons, officer concerns and supporting documents, then explain available options. Depending on the circumstances, those options may include correcting issues for a new application, requesting reconsideration where appropriate, or considering another immigration pathway. We cannot guarantee a different outcome.
Immigration consultant, agent or lawyer: who can help you?
The terms overlap in everyday searches, but the rules do not. Only authorized representatives can charge for Canadian immigration advice or representation: RCICs licensed by CICC, lawyers and paralegals in good standing with a law society, and Quebec notaries. However, a visa agent or immigration agent who is not one of these cannot legally represent you for a fee. A lawyer is also needed if your case goes to Federal Court. Ask any representative for their licence number and check it before you sign anything.
Punjabi Immigration Consultant Surrey: English, Punjabi and Hindi
Clear communication matters in immigration matters. Our Punjabi immigration consultant Surrey services are available in English, Punjabi and Hindi, so you can discuss your circumstances and understand the professional advice provided.
Immigration Consultant Surrey near Newton Exchange
Our Surrey office is near Newton Exchange, which makes it easy to reach for clients in Newton, Surrey and nearby Lower Mainland communities. Office hours are Monday to Saturday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, so weekend appointments are also available. Clients visit us from Newton, Guildford, Fleetwood, Cloverdale, South Surrey, North Delta, White Rock and Langley, as well as from elsewhere in British Columbia, across Canada and internationally where appropriate.
In addition, we have an office in Winnipeg, Manitoba and an office in Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab. If you or your family are coming to Canada from India, you can start in Punjab and continue with us in Surrey after you arrive.
Why choose our immigration consultant Surrey office?
RCIC-led guidance
Services are provided under the guidance of a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant, and Third Pole is led by Dr. Gursewak Singh Brar, RCIC (R709308).
Punjabi and Hindi service
You can also talk to us in English, Punjabi or Hindi at our Surrey office.
Convenient hours near Newton Exchange
Our Surrey office is open Monday to Saturday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Honest guidance and clear fees
We tell you plainly when an option is unlikely to work, and explain our fees and process before work begins. We never guarantee approval.
Immigration Consultant Surrey Open on Sundays
If you are looking for an immigration consultant open on Sunday in Surrey, our office near Newton Exchange is open Sunday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Monday through Saturday, our hours are 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Appointments are recommended so we can set aside enough time for your consultation.
Visit our immigration consultant Surrey office
Third Pole Immigration Services, Surrey Office
Surrey, BC V3W 1A3
Canada Phone (778) 921-8008 WhatsApp Send a WhatsApp message Hours Monday to Saturday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Location Near Newton Exchange Languages English, Punjabi and Hindi
Areas we serve
Clients come to us from Surrey and across the Lower Mainland, including:
- Newton
- Surrey
- Guildford
- Fleetwood
- Cloverdale
- South Surrey
- North Delta
- Delta
- White Rock
- Langley
Immigration Consultant Surrey FAQs: Choosing and Visiting
Where is your Surrey office, and what are your hours?
Our Surrey office is at 7318 137 St, Room 7, Unit 1113, Surrey, BC V3W 1A3, near Newton Exchange. We are open Monday to Saturday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Is Third Pole a Regulated Immigration Consultant in Surrey?
Yes. Third Pole Immigration Services is led by Dr. Gursewak Singh Brar, MSc, PhD, RCIC (licence R709308), a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant licensed by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC). You can also confirm the licence on the CICC public register.
Is Third Pole the same as IRCC or the Government of Canada?
No. IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, formerly Citizenship and Immigration Canada) is the federal department that decides Canada immigration applications. Third Pole Immigration Services is a private firm led by a licensed RCIC. We provide regulated advice, application assistance and authorized representation where retained. For government information, forms or direct IRCC contact options, use the official Government of Canada website.
How do I find the best or top-rated immigration consultant in Surrey?
Lists of the top 10 or best consultants are usually opinion or advertising, so compare consultants on facts: a licence you can verify on the CICC public register, clear communication in your language, written fees and services, honest answers with no guarantees, and real reviews. Be careful of anyone who quotes an approval rate.
Is an immigration consultant the same as an immigration agent or immigration lawyer?
People often use immigration consultant, immigration agent and visa agent to mean similar things. What matters is whether the person is authorized to represent you for a fee: an RCIC licensed by CICC, a lawyer or paralegal in good standing with a law society, or a Quebec notary. So choose the representative whose licence, experience and communication you trust.
Is there an immigration consultant near me in Surrey or Newton who speaks Punjabi or Hindi?
Yes. Our office near Newton Exchange serves clients in English, Punjabi and Hindi, so call (778) 921-8008 or send a WhatsApp message to book a time.
Immigration Consultant Surrey FAQs: Study, Work and Family
Can you help with a study permit or PGWP in Surrey?
Yes. We provide regulated advice, eligibility assessment, document review and application assistance for study permit, extension and Post-Graduation Work Permit matters. We check the current requirements that apply to your school, program and circumstances.
Can you help with a Canada work permit, a work visa extension or an LMIA?
Yes. Our services include consulting and application assistance for employer-specific work permits, open work permits, extensions and LMIA-related matters. Canadian employers can also receive advice on LMIA requirements and supporting documentation. However, Third Pole does not sell or guarantee job offers or LMIAs.
What are the requirements for a Canada work permit?
The requirements depend on the work-permit category. Supporting documents can include a valid passport, evidence of eligibility, employment documents, LMIA or LMIA-exemption information, and other records. Medical examinations or police certificates may also be required. We review the applicable requirements and your documents before submission.
How much does a Canada work permit cost?
The cost includes government fees that IRCC sets and changes from time to time, plus any additional fees that apply to your category, such as biometrics or an open work permit fee. We confirm the current Canada work permit cost for your situation and explain our own fees before work begins.
What is an open work permit, and who can apply?
An open work permit can allow work for many employers, but only certain categories qualify. Depending on the current rules, eligible groups can include some spouses, graduates and other applicants. We assess your category and explain the supporting requirements.
Who may qualify for a spousal open work permit (SOWP)?
Eligibility for a spousal open work permit has become narrower, because IRCC changed the rules in January 2025 and again in March 2026. Eligibility now depends on your partner's job category or study program. However, sponsored spouses who are already in Canada have separate work permit rules. Also, we check which route applies to you.
Do you handle Canadian spousal sponsorship applications?
Yes. We assist where the sponsor is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and the relationship is genuine, whether the applicant is in Canada or abroad. Fake documents or a marriage of convenience can lead to refusal and a five-year ban, so we only assist with genuine relationships.
Can my parents or grandparents visit or move to Canada?
Parents and grandparents may have visitor visa, Super Visa or family-sponsorship options depending on the circumstances and current program availability. We explain the eligibility requirements and provide application assistance where appropriate.
Immigration Consultant Surrey FAQs: Visas, PR and Refusals
Can you help with a Canada visitor visa?
Yes. We provide visitor visa consulting, document review and application assistance for family visits, tourism, events and visitor record extensions. Officers may consider purpose of travel, finances, ties and the overall evidence. An invitation letter does not guarantee approval.
How does Express Entry work for Canada PR?
Express Entry ranks eligible candidates using the CRS, while program eligibility depends on factors such as work experience, education and language results. We assess your profile, explain realistic federal and provincial pathways, and provide profile and permanent-residence application assistance where retained.
Can you help with the BC PNP?
Yes, where you are eligible. BC restructured its Skills Immigration streams in April 2026 around three priorities: Care, Build and Innovate. The tech pathway, the entry-level and semi-skilled stream and the international graduate streams have closed, so many applicants now need a different route. Also, we review your profile and explain your options for the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program.
Can you help with citizenship, PR card renewal or a PRTD?
Yes. We provide eligibility review, document guidance and application assistance for Canadian citizenship, PR card renewal and Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) matters.
How do I go from PR to Canadian citizenship?
Permanent residents must meet citizenship eligibility requirements, including physical-presence, language, testing and tax-filing requirements where applicable. We review your circumstances and provide application assistance.
My application was refused. Can you help?
Yes. We review the refusal reasons, the officer's concerns and your supporting documents, and discuss your options, which may include an eligible reconsideration request, a new application or another route. Reapplying with the same documents often leads to the same result, but we cannot guarantee a different outcome.
Immigration Consultant Surrey FAQs: Sunday Hours, Fees and Appointments
Is there an immigration consultant in Surrey open on Sunday?
Yes. Our Surrey office near Newton Exchange is open Sunday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Monday to Saturday, we are open from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please call or send a WhatsApp message to book a consultation.
Do you guarantee approval?
No. The responsible government authority decides each application. We assess eligibility, review documents, provide professional application assistance and explain risks honestly, but we do not guarantee outcomes.
How much does it cost and how long does it take?
Government fees and processing times change often and depend on the application type, so any figure on a web page can be out of date. We confirm the current IRCC fees and timelines for your application, and explain our fees and process before work begins.
Do I need an appointment to visit the Surrey office?
Appointments are recommended so we can set aside enough time for your case. Please contact our Surrey office before you visit, and bring documents from any previous immigration applications.
Does the Surrey office assist clients outside Surrey?
Yes. We assist clients from Surrey and the Lower Mainland, as well as eligible clients elsewhere in British Columbia, across Canada and internationally where appropriate.
Need a Licensed Immigration Consultant in Surrey?
Tell us where you are in the process. We can provide regulated advice, eligibility assessment, document review and application assistance for study permits, work permits, open work permits, spousal sponsorship, visitor visas, permanent residence and other Canadian immigration matters.
