The Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada handles appeals on immigration and refugee matters. If you receive a removal order, you generally have 30 days to file a Notice of Appeal. Appeals may involve presenting new evidence, pointing out errors in the original decision, or demonstrating humanitarian and compassionate grounds.

The process varies depending on the type of removal order. For criminal convictions, an appeal may be possible through humanitarian and compassionate arguments or by requesting a temporary stay of removal. For residency-based orders, an appeal may succeed by showing at least 730 days of physical presence in Canada within the past five years or by presenting humanitarian reasons.

Successful appeals can result in the removal order being canceled or put on hold. If denied, the order remains in effect. Consulting an experienced immigration professional is strongly recommended to ensure your appeal is properly prepared and submitted on time.