Educational PlatformMaking Canadian immigration law accessible to everyone
An educational resource that presents publicly available Canadian immigration law — IRPA, IRPR, the Criminal Code, and IRCC policy — in plain language.
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Built to make law understandable
Canadian immigration law is complex. IRPA, IRPR, the Criminal Code, and IRCC policy manuals span thousands of pages — written in dense legalese that even experienced professionals must interpret carefully.
One misunderstood section can mean a denied entry at the border, a wasted application fee, or months of delay. The law is publicly available — but “available” has never meant “accessible.”
ClearToEnter organizes 633 sections of Canadian immigration law into plain-language, searchable resources anyone can understand. We built the tools we wished existed when we first tried to understand Canadian immigration law.
ClearToEnter is an educational resource, not a consulting service. We help you understand the law that may apply to your situation. Only a CBSA officer at a port of entry can make admissibility decisions. For legal advice, always consult a licensed immigration lawyer or registered consultant.
Our Principles
What we stand on
Built on Public Law
Our tools reference IRPA sections, IRPR regulations, Criminal Code sections, and IRCC policy — all publicly available Canadian legislation.
Educational, Not Legal
We explain the law to help you understand it. We are not lawyers, consultants, or a substitute for professional advice.
Transparent Pricing
Free tools are clearly marked. Paid breakdowns are one-time purchases with no hidden fees or subscriptions.
Designed for Privacy
ClearToEnter is designed to be anonymous. We don't require accounts, and we don't store your personal information.
Law, Not Opinion
Every breakdown references specific legislation. You can verify any finding against the original IRPA, IRPR, or Criminal Code text yourself.
Built in Canada
ClearToEnter is built by Canadians who believe immigration law should be accessible to everyone navigating it.
Transparency
Who we are — and who we’re not
What We Are
An educational resource that makes publicly available Canadian immigration law accessible. Our AI tools present IRPA, IRPR, the Criminal Code, and IRCC policy in plain language — so you can understand the law that may apply to your situation.
What We Are NOT
- ❌Legal advice of any kind
- ❌An immigration consultancy or law firm
- ❌Affiliated with the Government of Canada, CBSA, or IRCC
- ❌Able to determine admissibility (only CBSA officers at a port of entry can)
- ❌A substitute for a licensed immigration lawyer or registered consultant
The Process
How it works
Explore Your Situation
Answer questions about your background, purpose of visit, or immigration goals. No account required.
The Tool Breaks Down Public Law
Our AI reads the same IRPA, IRPR, Criminal Code, and IRCC policy documents that govern Canadian immigration decisions and explains what they mean for your situation.
Get Plain-Language Answers
Receive a clear, structured breakdown citing specific legislation — in plain language, not legal jargon.
The People
Built by Canadians
ClearToEnter Team
ClearToEnter was built by Canadians who believe immigration law should be understandable to everyone navigating it. We’re Canadians who built the tools we wished existed when we first tried to understand Canadian immigration law. Honest, accessible, and grounded in publicly available law.
Explore
Our free tools
Admissibility Explorer
Explore 6 areas of Canadian immigration law in under 2 minutes. Learn your complexity level and which IRPA sections apply.
Visa Explorer
Learn whether your nationality requires a visa, eTA, or neither to enter Canada. Covers 164 countries.
NOC Finder
Search 516 NOC occupation codes. Learn your TEER level, Express Entry eligibility, and category-based draw qualification.
Document Checklist
Learn which documents IRCC requires for your application type. Track your preparation progress.
Fee Calculator
See every IRCC fee for your application — biometrics, processing, RPRF, and more. All sourced from IRCC.
IRPA & IRPR Explorer
Browse all 575 sections of IRPA & IRPR with plain-language summaries. Search and understand Canadian immigration law.
Criminal Code Explorer
58 Criminal Code & CDSA sections explained with classification badges, immigration impact, and plain-language summaries.
CRS Calculator
Estimate your Express Entry score based on IRPR regulations 72–76. Compare to recent draw cutoffs.
Language Converter
Convert IELTS, CELPIP, TEF, or TCF scores to CLB levels. Understand how proficiency maps to CRS points.
Presence Calculator
Track your physical presence in Canada for citizenship. Calculate days, half-credits, and qualification date.
Processing Times
View current IRCC processing times for 25+ programs. Understand typical wait times for your application.
Program Finder
Explore 80+ Canadian immigration programs. See eligibility requirements and which streams match your background.
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
Is ClearToEnter a law firm or immigration consultancy?
No. ClearToEnter is an educational resource only. We present publicly available Canadian immigration law (IRPA, IRPR, the Criminal Code, and IRCC policy) in plain language. We are not lawyers or registered immigration consultants, and nothing on this platform constitutes legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, always consult a licensed immigration lawyer or Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC).
Where does your information come from?
All content is derived from publicly available government sources: the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR), the Criminal Code of Canada, and IRCC policy manuals published on canada.ca. We do not use proprietary databases or private legal sources.
Do I need to create an account?
No. All free tools on ClearToEnter are completely anonymous — no account, no email, no login required. We designed the platform with privacy in mind from the start.
How are paid breakdowns generated?
The tool covers the 6 core IRPA inadmissibility sections (s.36, s.38–s.42), the Criminal Code, and immigration program requirements. For criminal records, the tool breaks down a full equivalency analysis — explaining how your foreign offence maps to the closest Criminal Code section and its IRPA classification. Every finding cites specific IRPA or IRPR sections you can verify yourself on canada.ca. Your data is processed in real-time and never stored.
Last verified: March 2026 · Sources: IRPA, IRPR, Criminal Code, IRCC policy manuals (canada.ca)
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Pricing & Breakdowns
See what free tools are available and what paid AI-powered breakdowns include.
Privacy Policy
How ClearToEnter handles your data — designed to be anonymous.
Terms of Use
Our terms of service and educational use disclaimer.
Law Explorer
Browse all 633 sections of IRPA, IRPR & Criminal Code in plain language.
Important: This tool provides general information based on publicly available Canadian immigration law (IRPA). Results are not a determination of admissibility. Only a CBSA officer at a port of entry can make admissibility decisions. For complex legal situations, professional guidance may also be beneficial.
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Educational platform · Not legal advice · Not affiliated with the Government of Canada