Canada: Spike in refusals for express entry applications where spouse is shown as ‘non-accompanying’

Canada's immigration agency is increasingly rejecting Express Entry applications, particularly when applicants declare their spouse as 'non-accompanying' to boost their CRS score. This tactic, common among those already in Canada on temporary status, faces scrutiny as IRCC suspects misrepresentation if the spouse is present in Canada. Experts advise exploring legitimate ways to improve CRS scores instead.

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