Renew Your Status in Canada
Renew Your Status in Canada
Renewing your status in Canada involves extending your legal stay in the country if you are currently a visitor, student, or worker. For visitors, this typically means applying for a visitor record to extend their stay beyond the initial 6-month period. Students must ensure their study permits remain valid for the duration of their studies and apply for renewal if more time is needed to complete their programs. Temporary workers need to renew their work permits if they intend to continue working in Canada beyond the expiration of their current permit. It is crucial to apply for renewal at least 30 days before the current status expires to avoid any gaps and maintain implied status, which allows you to remain in Canada under the same conditions until a decision is made.
Types of Status
- Visitor: Visitors are typically allowed to stay in Canada for up to 6 months. To stay longer, you need to apply for an extension called a visitor record before your current status expires.
- Student: International students must ensure their study permits are valid for the entire duration of their studies. If your study permit is expiring and you need more time to complete your program, you must apply for a renewal.
- Worker: Temporary workers need to renew their work permits if they plan to continue working in Canada beyond the expiration date of their current permit.