I am a U.S. citizen. Can I make a refugee claim at the Canada border?

The Safe Third Country Agreement (STCA) does not apply to U.S. citizens. This means that a U.S. citizen can make a refugee claim at the Canadian border.

However, making a refugee claim can have serious immigration and legal consequences. We strongly recommend that you learn about the refugee process and consider all your immigration options.

Our clinic does not provide legal services to U.S. citizens. We recommend watching the Considering Canada webinar to learn more about your options.

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