Mehrdad Ostad-Karampour
Ostad Consulting
College ID #R416815
Mehrdad Ostad-Karampour, RCIC-IRB, is a Regulated Canadian Immigration and Refugee Consultant (CICC #R416815) with over 20 years of experience in Canada’s immigration field. He specializes in permanent residence programs, family sponsorships, business immigration, and refugee/asylum applications. As the founder of Ostad Consulting Inc., based in West Vancouver, BC, he is dedicated to providing ethical, effective, and client-focused immigration services. Mr. Ostad-Karampour holds a Certificate in Immigration: Laws, Policies, and Procedures from the University of British Columbia. He is fluent in English and Farsi, serving a diverse clientele with professionalism and integrity.
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Areas of Expertise
Immigration Services Explained
Mehrdad Ostad-Karampour offers comprehensive immigration solutions tailored to meet diverse client needs in key areas of Canadian immigration. For individuals seeking Permanent Residence, he guides applicants through programs such as Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), and pathways for skilled workers, ensuring all requirements are met for a smooth process. Families aiming to reunite can rely on his expertise in Family Sponsorship, including navigating spousal sponsorships, parent and grandparent programs, and dependent child sponsorships, all with a focus on expedited and accurate submissions. Entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners can benefit from his in-depth knowledge of Business Immigration, including the Start-Up Visa Program and pathways for self-employed individuals, providing strategic advice tailored to Canada’s economic immigration streams. Additionally, Mehrdad assists individuals with Refugee and Asylum Claims, supporting them in preparing strong applications for those seeking protection in Canada due to hardship or persecution. His proficiency extends to application preparation, compliance with legal frameworks, and ensuring adherence to IRCC and IRB regulations. Whether it’s obtaining permanent residency, reuniting with family, establishing a business footprint, or seeking refuge, Mehrdad delivers precise, results-driven guidance at every step of the immigration process, making him a trusted advisor for clients throughout West Vancouver and beyond.
Business Locations
West Vancouver, British Columbia
License Information
Class L3 - RCIC-IRB
RCIC with Immigration and Refugee Board authorization
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