LEILA MARHOUNIANNEZHAD
Dubai
Summary
Dynamic senior immigration leader with over 15 years of experience in immigration, residency, and investment consulting across the UAE, Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. Expertise in managing complex, multi-jurisdictional visa and residency portfolios, including Schengen countries and various visa categories such as student, tourist, investment, startup, digital nomad, and skilled worker visas, as well as Citizenship-by-Investment programs like the Dominica Passport. Proven track record in leading multicultural teams to scale immigration operations, optimize workflows, and achieve measurable business results. Committed to leveraging extensive knowledge and formal training in immigration consulting to drive success in diverse environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Immigration Manager & Senior Consultant
Leylines Visa Services EST
Dubai, UAE
09.2020 - Current
- Managed 300+ successful immigration and investment cases globally
- Official Dominica Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Representative: 100+ passports approved
- Expertise in UAE company formation, regulatory, and DHA approvals
- Led Spain residency programs (Non-Lucrative Visa, Financial Solvency)
- Managed UK long-term visas (2, 5, 10 years) and student visas for Canada, USA, UK, and Schengen
- Supported Canadian business, tourist, work, and Startup visas
Senior Immigration Consultant
Leylines Group s.r.o
Bratislava, Slovakia
12.2018 - Current
- Expert in Schengen immigration pathways, student visas (Italy, Germany, Hungary, Portugal)
- Managed 300+ approved residency cases in Slovakia
- Specialized in investment-based residency programs in Slovakia, Germany, EU
- Supported 30+ business setups in Slovakia, Germany, and Austria
- End-to-end immigration consulting: eligibility, documentation, compliance
Immigration Manager & Consultant
Leylines Group Immigration Inc
Vancouver, Canada
09.2018 - Current
- Managed Express Entry (FSW, CEC, FST), PNPs, study & work permits, family sponsorships, business immigration
- Handled 100–500 successful Canadian immigration applications annually
- Submitted compliant application packages and liaised with IRCC
Immigration Consultant
LMRT Immigration Service
Montreal, QC, Canada
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Specialized in Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP), student and investor pathways, refugee claims
- Managed 100–300 cases annually, including IRB preparation
- Ensured accurate documentation and end-to-end client support
Financial Manager
AL Ameer Cargo
UAE
01.2010 - 01.2014
Inventory & Project Control Accountant
Iran Pars Engineering & Construction
Iran
01.2007 - 01.2010
Accounting & Project Control Specialist
South West Oil & Gas Co
Iran
01.2001 - 01.2006
Education
Immigration Consultant -
Lassalle College
Montreal, QC, Canada01-2018
Sales Representative Diploma - undefined
Elite College
Montreal, QC, Canada01-2017
Professional Sales Diploma - undefined
Elite College
Montreal, QC, Canada01-2016
Starting Business Diploma - undefined
Montreal, QC, Canada01-2015
Master of Accounting - undefined
Islamic Azad University
Dubai, UAE01-2014
Skills
- Languages: Persian (Native), English (Fluent), Arabic (Basic)
- IT Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), CRM, Presentation & Analysis
- Social media for business growth: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, WhatsApp Business
- Content creation, digital advertising & catalog design for local & international marketing
- Customer service, Team leadership & Time management
Certification
- CAPIC Organization – Vancouver, Canada
- Fundamentals of Income Tax – QC, Canada
- TPS Training – QC, Canada
- The International Society of Female Professionals in 2021
- ApplyBoard Certified Counselor (United Kingdom & Canada) education system
- Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act to recruit skilled workers
- 10 official Representation Certificates for student recruitment representatives
- The Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants (CAPIC)
Publications
- Kharazmi Competition – Best Paper, Accounting & Management Conference, Iran
- AENSI Journal – Impact of Information Disclosure on Capital Costs (Tehran Stock Exchange, SUR methodology)
Passport & Residence
- Canadian Passport | Iranian Passport
- UAE Investor Residency & Labor Card
- Slovakia Residency
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Persian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- CAPIC
- International Woman
Timeline
Immigration Manager & Senior Consultant
Leylines Visa Services EST
09.2020 - Current
Senior Immigration Consultant
Leylines Group s.r.o
12.2018 - Current
Immigration Manager & Consultant
Leylines Group Immigration Inc
09.2018 - Current
Immigration Consultant
LMRT Immigration Service
01.2017 - 01.2019
Financial Manager
AL Ameer Cargo
01.2010 - 01.2014
Inventory & Project Control Accountant
Iran Pars Engineering & Construction
01.2007 - 01.2010
Accounting & Project Control Specialist
South West Oil & Gas Co
01.2001 - 01.2006
Sales Representative Diploma - undefined
Elite College
Professional Sales Diploma - undefined
Elite College
Starting Business Diploma - undefined
Master of Accounting - undefined
Islamic Azad University
Immigration Consultant -
Lassalle College