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Extend Your Stay in Canada

If you're currently in Canada as a visitor, student, or worker and want to remain longer, there are legal pathways available to help you extend your stay. At Mirzoyan Canadian Immigration Services, we’re here to guide you through the process and ensure your status remains valid while you continue living, studying, or working in Canada.

Who Needs to Apply?

If your current status in Canada is set to expire soon, you must apply to extend your stay before your current permit or visa runs out. Depending on how you entered Canada, this could mean applying to extend a visitor record, study permit, or work permit.

Failing to apply before the expiration date could result in losing your legal status, making it more difficult to remain in Canada or apply for future immigration programs.

Types of Extensions and Changes

  • Visitor Record Extension: If you're visiting Canada and want to stay longer than initially allowed, you must apply to extend your visitor status.

  • Study Permit Extension: Students enrolled at a designated learning institution (DLI) can apply to continue their studies by extending their permit.

  • Work Permit Extension: If you're working in Canada under a valid permit, you may be eligible to extend it depending on your employment situation and permit type.

  • Restoration of Status: If your status has already expired, you may still have a limited window to apply for restoration, provided you meet certain conditions.

Stay Compliant with Immigration Rules

Maintaining valid immigration status is critical. Submitting your application before your permit expires allows you to stay in Canada under implied status while waiting for a decision. This means you can continue studying or working under the same conditions until Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) processes your extension.

How We Can Help

Navigating immigration extensions can be complicated, especially with changing rules and timelines. At Mirzoyan Canadian Immigration Services, we help clients prepare and submit their applications accurately and on time. Whether you’re applying for an extension or restoring your status, we offer personalized guidance and legal expertise to make the process as smooth as possible.