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I've been researching the Express Entry Program in particular, and I neglected to take into account a crucial aspect of me: my disability. I was born with a condition that has made my right leg passive. I use crutches and my left leg to walk around. I am 100% independent. I got a degree in Computer Sciences by attending a public university. I go to work by bus and do almost everything like any other non-disabled person.

Legally speaking, I am a disabled person. My country recognizes my condition, and I get a small monetary compensation every month. I knew that I would eventually have a medical exam, and I intended to tell them about my condition. Undoubtedly the examiners would recognize my health status and disability. It is worth mentioning that I don't suffer from any form of sickness; I don't have a disease; I have a life-long condition. With that said, I don't use any kind of medication other than common analgesics for my occasional headaches. In the last past five years, I've spent less than 1000 euros for my health.

I did some research online, and my situation seems rather bleak. From what I read, I discovered that Canada has some strict rules when it comes to immigrating with a disability, and I most probably wouldn't stand a chance.

I want someone's advice regarding my concern. Knowing my situation, would you advise me to try and submit an application via the Express Entry Program? I estimated that I need roughly 3000 euros in fees to apply. I would like not to spend that amount of money for nothing.
The next thing I would like to know is, are there immigration lawyers concentrated on immigrating for disabled people or similar circumstances like mine?

Thank you.
 
I've been researching the Express Entry Program in particular, and I neglected to take into account a crucial aspect of me: my disability. I was born with a condition that has made my right leg passive. I use crutches and my left leg to walk around. I am 100% independent. I got a degree in Computer Sciences by attending a public university. I go to work by bus and do almost everything like any other non-disabled person.

Legally speaking, I am a disabled person. My country recognizes my condition, and I get a small monetary compensation every month. I knew that I would eventually have a medical exam, and I intended to tell them about my condition. Undoubtedly the examiners would recognize my health status and disability. It is worth mentioning that I don't suffer from any form of sickness; I don't have a disease; I have a life-long condition. With that said, I don't use any kind of medication other than common analgesics for my occasional headaches. In the last past five years, I've spent less than 1000 euros for my health.

I did some research online, and my situation seems rather bleak. From what I read, I discovered that Canada has some strict rules when it comes to immigrating with a disability, and I most probably wouldn't stand a chance.

I want someone's advice regarding my concern. Knowing my situation, would you advise me to try and submit an application via the Express Entry Program? I estimated that I need roughly 3000 euros in fees to apply. I would like not to spend that amount of money for nothing.
The next thing I would like to know is, are there immigration lawyers concentrated on immigrating for disabled people or similar circumstances like mine?

Thank you.

Medical inadmissibility is based on either excessive cost or danger to the public health of Canada. Your condition doesn't sound like it meets either of those reasons, so you should be fine.
 
Agree. As long as your medical costs are low and you are a productive member of society your chances are pretty good. The only concern I would have would be if you were going to transition to a wheelchair or whether you may need some sort of prosthetic of medical brace that can be very expensive.
 
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