"I highly recommend this consultancy to anyone planning their Canadian PR journey. Hari guided me from the Tech Pathway to CEC, helped create my Express Entry profile, and supported me until I successfully received my PR. The team was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and always willing to answer my questions. Their attention to detail and timely guidance made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Thank you for all your support—I truly appreciate everything you did!"
Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant
Canada immigration, handled by a licensed RCIC
Permanent residence, work and study permits, family sponsorship and refusals. Clear advice and full representation from Harikrishnan Nair, RCIC, for clients across Canada and around the world.
Licensed and accredited
Online video meetingsFrom $30Out-of-hours appointments on request
CICC licensedVerify at register.college-ic.ca
CAPIC memberProfessional association
IRCC · CBSA · ESDCAuthorised to represent you
Rated 5.0 on Google80+ client reviewsStart here
What do you need help with?
Choose your situation for a quick, honest overview and the right next step.
Permanent residence
From work permit to PR
Most people working in Canada move to PR through the Canadian Experience Class after 12 months of skilled Canadian work, or through a provincial nominee program. Category-based Express Entry draws can open the door sooner for some occupations.
Talk to an RCIC about thisStatus and extensions
Act before your permit expires
If you apply to extend before your permit expires, you can usually stay, and in many cases keep working, under maintained status while IRCC decides. If it has already expired, you may still have 90 days to apply to restore your status. Timing matters, so talk to us early.
Talk to an RCIC about thisRefusals and reconsideration
Find out exactly why, then fix it
We read your refusal letter and order your GCMS notes to see the officer’s real reasons. Then we advise whether a reconsideration request, a stronger new application or a different pathway gives you the best chance.
Talk to an RCIC about thisStudy permits
Choose a program that leads somewhere
Most study permit applicants now need a provincial attestation letter, and Canada limits new study permits each year. We help you choose a program and school that support a strong application and future work and PR options.
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Bring your loved ones to Canada
Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor a spouse, common-law partner or dependent children. For parents and grandparents, the Super Visa allows long visits while the Parents and Grandparents Program is limited.
Talk to an RCIC about thisEmployers and LMIA
Hire the foreign worker you need
We guide Canadian employers through the Labour Market Impact Assessment and the worker’s work permit, including recruitment rules, wages and compliance.
Talk to an RCIC about thisVisitors
Visit family, travel or attend events
Visitor visas, eTAs, extensions and long-stay Super Visas for parents and grandparents. A clear application with strong ties to home makes the difference.
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Realistic routes for entrepreneurs
Several federal business programs are closed or paused, so provincial entrepreneur streams and business-related work permits are usually the realistic options today. We help you compare them honestly.
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Every Canadian immigration pathway, one licensed consultant
From your first permit to citizenship, including the cases other consultants turn away.
NewRefusals and reconsiderationRefusal reviews, GCMS notes and reconsideration requests.Express EntryCEC, FSWP and FSTP with category-based draws.Canadian Experience ClassPR for skilled workers already in Canada.Provincial nominee programsAAIP, BC PNP, OINP, SINP and every province.Work permits and PGWPExtensions, open permits, BOWP and spouses.Study in CanadaStudy permits, extensions and post-study options.Family sponsorshipSpouses, partners and dependent children.Visitor visa and eTATourism, family visits and visitor records.Super VisaLong stays for parents and grandparents.LMIA for employersHire foreign workers the right way.Business immigrationEntrepreneur and investor pathways.Healthcare streamsNurses, doctors and care workers.Skilled tradesPR options for trade professionals.Pilot programsRegional and industry pilots for PR.CitizenshipEligibility, days count and applications.PR card and PRTDRenewals, residency and travel documents.
Refused? Stuck? Complicated?
We don’t just process applications. We solve immigration problems.
A refusal or an expiring permit feels like a dead end. It usually is not. We find out what went wrong, explain your real options and build the strongest next step.
Federal Court judicial review must be handled by a lawyer. If that is your best option, we will tell you and refer you.
- Refusals and reconsiderationRefusal analysis, GCMS notes, reconsideration requests and stronger reapplications.
- Expired or expiring statusMaintained status, extensions and restoration within the 90-day window.
- Procedural fairness lettersCareful, evidence-based responses when IRCC raises concerns about your file.
- Gaps and complicated historiesUnusual work history, status gaps or past errors in a previous application.
Why Litmus
Harikrishnan NairRegulated Canadian Immigration Consultant · CICC licensee · Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law
A consultant who has been through it himself
Harikrishnan NairRegulated Canadian Immigration Consultant · CICC licensee · Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship LawHe started Litmus to be the consultant he wished he had when he was going through it himself.Read my story
Licensed and accountableA Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant, licensed by the CICC, insured and bound by its Code of Professional Conduct.
Been where you areHarikrishnan immigrated to Canada in 2016 and knows the stress of waiting on IRCC.
Here when it is urgentWhatsApp, phone and email, with out-of-hours appointments for urgent situations.
Anywhere in Canada or abroadOnline video meetings, so distance is never a barrier.
How it works
From consultation to approval
ConsultationAn online video meeting to understand your goals, history and options.
Your planA clear strategy with the best pathway, timeline and document list.
DocumentsWe prepare, organise and check everything against IRCC requirements.
Submit and follow upWe submit, track your file and handle IRCC requests until a decision.
Client reviews
Complicated situations, handled clearly
Real reviews from real clients, published on Google.
"I had an incredible experience working with Litmus Immigration and Mr. Harikrishnan (RCIC) for my Permanent Residency process. My PR journey had a few specific complexities—including my spouse being non-accompanying in India—but we were guided seamlessly through every single stage. ITA: December 10 · AOR: February 8 · eCOPR: October 9. Throughout the entire timeline, Harikrishnan was exceptionally helpful, prompt, and knowledgeable. He ensured every detail was handled accurately and kept my mind at ease during the wait."
"I am incredibly grateful to Hari Krishnan for his outstanding support throughout my PGWP refusal and reconsideration process. From the beginning, he handled my case with professionalism, patience, and genuine care. … His knowledge of Canadian immigration procedures and attention to detail gave me confidence during a very stressful time. Thanks to his dedication and consistent support, I received a positive outcome with my application."
"We had a wonderful experience with Litmus Immigration Services, our PR was approved in less than 5 months. I am incredibly grateful to Hari Krishnan for guiding us through every step of the way. Their quick response, attention to detail and flawless documentation process was admirable, which truly made the entire experience seamless, and stress-free."
"Litmus immigration service are among the best immigration consultants in all of Canada. Especially with cases that deal in PGWP. Mr Hari is highly experienced and very knowledgeable in his field. I had reached out to him with my PGWP application, as there were some issues in my file which I needed clarification for. He scheduled a one-on-one video call firstly to understand what exactly the situation was, and then promptly we went from there."
"He was extremely attentive throughout the entire process and always took the time to answer my questions clearly and patiently. What I appreciated the most was his dedication and professionalism. He kept me updated at every stage and made sure everything was handled properly and on time. Thanks to his guidance, my application was approved smoothly without any stress."
"Litmus has been very patient and accommodating during our entire work permit extension process. There has never been an instance when they did not pick my call or answer my doubts."
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Simple, transparent pricing
All consultations are online video meetings with Harikrishnan Nair, RCIC. Not a phone call.
Quick question15-minute consultation$30CAD
- One focused question answered
- Eligibility or document check
- Clear next step
Most popularFull review30-minute consultation$60CAD
- Full review of your situation
- Best pathway and timeline
- Refusals and complex cases
Not sure yet?Free assessment$0
- Short online form
- Reviewed by an RCIC
- We contact you if we see a fit
FAQ
Common questions
What is an RCIC?
A Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) is licensed by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) to give paid immigration advice and represent clients before IRCC, CBSA and ESDC. Harikrishnan Nair is a licensed RCIC, which you can verify on the CICC public register at register.college-ic.ca.
Do you only work with clients in Calgary?
No. Immigration is federal, so we help clients anywhere in Canada and around the world. Consultations are held as online video meetings.
How much does a consultation cost?
A 15-minute online consultation is $30 and a 30-minute consultation is $60. The free assessment costs nothing, and if we see a pathway that fits, we contact you by email.
Can you help if my application was refused?
Yes. We review your refusal letter and GCMS notes, then advise on a reconsideration request, a stronger new application or another pathway. If Federal Court judicial review is the right step, we will tell you and refer you to an immigration lawyer, since that court process requires a lawyer.
How quickly can I get help?
You can book an online consultation directly from our website. For urgent situations, such as a permit about to expire, message us on WhatsApp and ask about out-of-hours appointments.
Can you guarantee my application will be approved?
No honest consultant can. IRCC makes every decision. What we guarantee is careful, accurate work and clear advice about your real chances before you spend money on an application.
