How to Verify RCIC Credentials? Opting for assistance from an unrecognized or unlicensed consultant can pose significant risks to your immigration journey right from the start. However, you can always verify the authorization status of the RCIC immigration consultant you’re engaging with.
The process for verifying the status of both an RCIC and an immigration lawyer is quite similar, with the key aspect being their membership with CICC.
To confirm their authorization, follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants’ (CICC) website.
Step 2: Enter the details of your RCIC or immigration lawyer, including the RCIC number and company name. Click here.
Please note that only RCICs listed with an active status are approved to provide immigration services. In case you cannot find your RCIC consultant’s name in the registry, you can cross-check it on the official website of the Canadian government for verification.
Each RCIC’s status is categorized as either Active or Active (Practice Limited). Once you ascertain the RCIC’s authorized status, you can make an informed decision about choosing an authorized or unauthorized RCIC consultant.
Please be aware: If your Canadian Immigration consultant (RCIC) is not authorized, IRCC will not accept your immigration application submitted through an unauthorized RCIC consultant. Selecting an RCIC consultant marks the first step in your immigration journey to Canada, as your entire immigration trajectory hinges upon it. Therefore, thorough research beforehand is crucial.