Review of Consular Services Fees Regulations - SOR/95-538

Title of the statutory instrument 

Consular Services Fees Regulations - SOR/95-538

Enabling Act

Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act (DFADTA)

Rationale

The statutory instrument is under review to assess its effectiveness and ensure it remains relevant and aligned with evolving legislation, policy objectives and priorities.

Narrative

The Consular Service Fee has not been amended since it was first introduced in 1995. Global Affairs Canada plans to amend the Regulations to introduce fee exemptions in emergencies and crises, when specified criteria are met, in conjunction with regulatory amendments to be undertaken by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

Date of last review or amendment

Last amended in 2010

Targeted start for review

Short term

Status

In progress

Result

To be amended

Departmental or agency contact

Consular Policy Division
Global Affairs Canada
Email: jpp@international.gc.ca