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Canada has reimposed visa requirements for some Mexican nationals.
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Additional Information: Canada lifted visa requirements for Mexican travelers in 2016. The requirement was reimposed this week amid a surge in asylum claims from Mexican nationals, the majority of which are ultimately denied. Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship said, “We strive for balance between the movement of people between our two great countries, and the need to relieve pressure on our immigration system so we can provide protection to those who need it the most.”
BAL Analysis: The change will increase the time and money required to travel to Canada for Mexican nationals who now must obtain a visa. Press reports said Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador offered a “respectful” criticism of Canada’s decision and indicated that Mexico would act with “prudence” in response. BAL will continue following this story and will provide updates as information becomes available.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group.
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