Visa refusals can be stressful and disheartening, especially when you believe everything was done correctly. At Globexa Immigration, we guide applicants through every step of the Canada Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) process—including reconsideration requests after a refusal. Today, we are sharing one real-life success story to show how reconsideration requests can work.
1. Reena’s Case: TRV Application from Outside Canada
Reena lost her permit and passport while in India. Since she previously held a valid Canadian permit, applying for a TRV should have been straightforward. Applications for TRV when the applicant already has a permit are generally approved at a very high rate—almost 99.9%.
On 6th September, Reena shared all her documents with Globexa Immigration. By 8th September, our team had arranged the remaining documents, and her visa application was submitted the same day.
Despite the high approval rate, Reena’s application was refused on 23rd September, just 15 days after submission. Naturally, she was upset, but at Globexa Immigration, we immediately explored the next step: a reconsideration request.
2. Why Reconsideration Requests Matter
Although there is no official process for submitting a reconsideration request to IRCC, it can still be a valuable option. At Globexa Immigration, we always recommend submitting a reconsideration request because:
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It does not count as an additional refusal. You are simply asking the visa officer to reopen the previous application.
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It poses no financial or procedural risk. You do not lose anything by submitting it.
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Even a small chance is worth taking. Historically, reconsideration approvals may occur in 1–2% of cases, but for those applicants, it can be life-changing.
3. Our Approach at Globexa Immigration
After Reena’s refusal, we submitted a reconsideration request on her behalf while simultaneously preparing for a potential reapplication. Our standard approach is:
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Submit the reconsideration request immediately.
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Wait for one week for a response.
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If no response is received, proceed with reapplication.
Sometimes reconsideration requests are considered even after one or two months, and if the visa officer approves, the reapplication is automatically withdrawn. This ensures that applicants always have multiple options without losing time.
4. Reena’s Success Story
Within two weeks of submitting the reconsideration request, Reena’s visa application was approved. This success demonstrated that:
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Globexa Immigration’s process is thorough and accurate.
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Reconsideration requests can work, even if chances seem small.
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Applicants do not face additional risk by submitting a reconsideration request.
Reena did nothing wrong in her application, but the reconsideration request helped her get her visa without having to restart the process completely.
5. How to Submit a Reconsideration Request
While Globexa Immigration does not publicly share proprietary submission methods, the general process involves:
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Accessing the IRCC Web Form.
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Selecting “I am the primary applicant.”
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Providing justification for the refusal.
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Attaching supporting documents (maximum two files, total size up to 3.5 MB).
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Submitting the request to IRCC.
Even if the reconsideration request does not succeed, it does not harm your application. It simply asks the visa officer to review the case again.
6. Why You Should Consider It
At Globexa Immigration, we submit reconsideration requests for almost every refusal because:
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It gives applicants another chance at approval.
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It does not add a new refusal to the record.
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It ensures that you have explored all available options before reapplying.
In some cases, we also assist applicants who were not originally our clients. However, reapplication and reconsideration are usually straightforward for applicants who work with experienced consultants like Globexa Immigration.
7. Key Takeaways
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Don’t be discouraged by refusal. A reconsideration request can still lead to approval.
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There is no harm in submitting. You are simply reopening your application.
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Preparation is key. Submit the reconsideration request while preparing for reapplication if needed.
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Professional guidance helps. Consultants with experience in TRV reconsiderations, like Globexa Immigration, can maximize your chances of approval.
Reena’s case is proof that persistence, accuracy, and proper submission can lead to success even after an initial refusal. At Globexa Immigration, we encourage applicants to explore all options and not give up after a refusal.
