Work and Study Permit Replacement Consultant Toronto
Our Work and Study Permit Replacement Consultant Toronto service helps residents replace a valid paper permit that is lost, stolen or damaged. Mirzoyan Immigration Services confirms the document issue and checks identity and status records. We keep replacement separate from extension, restoration or travel-document questions and confirm the agreed work in writing.
✓ Confirm whether replacement is the correct document service
✓ Organize identity, permit and loss records
✓ Avoid treating replacement as an extension of status
Who is this service for
This service is for people whose existing work or study permit document is unavailable or unusable while its status details need to be documented.
Lost or stolen permit holders
Your paper work or study permit is missing, and you need the replacement request supported by available copies, identity records and an account of the loss.
People with damaged documents
The permit is torn, illegible or otherwise unusable, and you need to know what to submit with the damaged document and replacement application.
People unsure whether status also needs action
The permit may be expired or close to expiry, so replacement must be separated from any extension, restoration or new permit application.
What Work and Study Permit Replacement Application Support Includes
Permit replacement work confirms the document problem without implying that a replacement changes the underlying authorization.
What Work and Study Permit Replacement Application Support Includes
Permit replacement work confirms the document problem without implying that a replacement changes the underlying authorization.
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Confirm the correct service
Review whether the issue requires replacement of a valid document, an extension, restoration, a correction request or another immigration application.
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Check identity and permit details
Compare passport information, any copy of the permit, IRCC correspondence and online account records to establish the document being replaced.
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Document the loss, theft or damage
Prepare a consistent explanation and organize any police report, damaged original or other evidence relevant to what happened.
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Prepare the replacement request
Complete the agreed application and supporting document package using the current IRCC instructions for replacement immigration documents.
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Review related status concerns
Identify expiry or status issues that replacement cannot solve and explain which separate application may need consideration.
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Manage agreed follow-up
Review IRCC requests and prepare the additional information covered by the written service agreement.
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01 Confirm the correct service
Review whether the issue requires replacement of a valid document, an extension, restoration, a correction request or another immigration application.
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02 Check identity and permit details
Compare passport information, any copy of the permit, IRCC correspondence and online account records to establish the document being replaced.
03 Document the loss, theft or damage
Prepare a consistent explanation and organize any police report, damaged original or other evidence relevant to what happened.
04 Prepare the replacement request
Complete the agreed application and supporting document package using the current IRCC instructions for replacement immigration documents.
05 Review related status concerns
Identify expiry or status issues that replacement cannot solve and explain which separate application may need consideration.
06 Manage agreed follow-up
Review IRCC requests and prepare the additional information covered by the written service agreement.
Choose the support you need
Start by separating a missing document from an expiring or already expired immigration status.
Document and status consultation
Review the lost or damaged permit, its expiry, current status and any upcoming travel or employment concern before deciding which application is required.
Replacement request preparation
Retain Mirzoyan Immigration Services under a written agreement for the replacement application and agreed IRCC follow-up, with separate status work added only when confirmed.
Why Choose Mirzoyan Immigration Services for Work and Study Permit Replacement
You know who is responsible for your file and how the application will be reviewed.
One on One Advisory
Your questions go directly to Narek or Vahe, the licensed consultant handling your file. Every client communication is answered by one of them.
There is no intake team, assistant or call-routing system answering in their place.
Narek Mirzoyan · RCIC # R1005184
The Mirzoyan Methodology
Six review stages organize the work on your file:
Risk Diagnosis
Identify eligibility concerns and the correct application route.
Evidence Mapping
Connect the required facts with the records that support them.
Document Verification
Check documents against the applicable instructions.
Consistency Audit
Compare travel dates, status periods, tax details and form histories.
Submission
Prepare the application for the permitted filing route.
IRCC Response Management
Handle follow-up included in the written agreement.
Meet in person, online or by phone. Based in Toronto, we serve clients across Canada and abroad in English, Russian and Armenian.
Document issues we check before submission
A replacement request should identify the original permit and explain why it is unavailable. See the national permit replacement page.
No copy of the missing permit
If no copy is available, IRCC account records, prior correspondence and other identifiers may help establish the document details needed for the request.
Loss and theft records that conflict
The application explanation, police report and dates should describe the same event. Differences need clarification before the request is filed.
Replacement confused with status renewal
A replacement document reproduces evidence of an existing record. It does not extend an expiry date, restore lost status or create new work or study authorization.
Eligibility requirements at a glance
This application replaces a valid temporary resident document that was lost, stolen or destroyed. It does not extend status, change permit conditions, restore status or replace an expired permit.
| Requirement | Basic requirement |
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| Replaceable document | For this page, the document is a valid work permit or study permit. Guide 5545 also addresses specified other temporary resident documents and Verification of Status requests. |
| Document remains valid | IRCC can issue a replacement only for a temporary resident document that has not expired. An expired document requires assessment of the person's status and the appropriate separate application. |
| Loss, theft or destruction | The applicant identifies what happened to the original. For a lost or stolen valid document, provide the police report number or briefly explain why no report number is available, as instructed in IMM 5009. |
| Identity and document details | The application needs enough identity, immigration-history and document information for IRCC to locate the record, together with the supporting copies required by the current form and checklist. |
| Separate status applications | Replacement does not extend the permit's expiry date or provide new status. An extension, change of conditions or restoration request uses a different application and fee. |
Related guidance: Replace a work or study permit · Work permits in Canada · Study permits in Canada
Work and Study Permit Replacement Fees and Processing Times
These are government charges in Canadian dollars. Professional fees and other application costs are separate.
| Government fee | Amount (CAD) | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Replace an immigration document | $30 CAD per document | Applies to replacement of an eligible valid work or study permit. |
This is a document-replacement fee. It is not a work-permit or study-permit extension fee and does not restore or extend temporary resident status. Guide 5545 lists limited fee exemptions for specified assistance recipients.
Processing times
Use IRCC's current processing-time tool and select Verification of Status or replacement of an immigration document if that option is available. A live estimate can change and does not extend the underlying permit while the request is processed.
Clear fees before you retain us
Your written agreement confirms the application work, professional fees and responsibilities before the file is prepared. Government fees and third-party costs are separate.
Discuss the scope for your circumstances, then review the published fee schedule before retaining the firm.
Work and Study Permit Replacement Help Across the GTA
Mirzoyan Immigration Services provides Work and Study Permit Replacement application support across the Greater Toronto Area, in person, online or by phone. Learn about our immigration consulting services in your area.
Frequently asked questions
What if I lost my immigration papers?
If a current, valid Canadian work permit, study permit or visitor record is lost, stolen or destroyed, request a replacement with form IMM 5009. For a lost or stolen document, IRCC asks for a police report number or an explanation if none was filed. The fee is $30. Review our replacement guide.
How long does it take for IRCC to process a study permit?
Study permit processing depends on where and how you apply. Use IRCC’s live processing-times tool for the applicable study-permit category because estimates change and do not guarantee a decision date. Replacing a lost but still-valid permit is a separate $30 application. Our replacement guide explains that narrower process.
How to change a study permit in Canada?
Use the route that matches the change. An IRCC error on a valid study permit uses the amendment process. A change to your conditions or more time to study generally requires a study permit application. Replacing a lost or damaged valid permit only reissues the document. Start with IRCC Guide 5218.
Can I extend my work permit before it expires?
Yes, if you are eligible. IRCC says to apply at least 30 calendar days before the current work permit expires. An extension continues or changes authorization; a replacement only reissues proof of a current, valid permit. Review IRCC’s work permit extension process before choosing the application route.
How much does a Canadian study permit cost?
IRCC charges $150 for a study permit, including an extension. Replacing a current, valid lost, stolen or damaged study permit costs $30. These are government fees. Professional fees, biometrics when required, translations and other third-party expenses are separate. Confirm the current amounts in IRCC’s fee list before paying.
Ready to Discuss Your Work and Study Permit Replacement Application?
Choose the appointment that fits the help you need.
Free 15-minute assessment: Briefly discuss your Work and Study Permit Replacement plans and the help you are looking for.
Paid consultation: Discuss your questions, options and next steps with a licensed consultant. Pricing is shown when you book.
A full application review requires a separate service agreement.
In person, online or by phone. Questions before booking?
This page provides general information only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Individual circumstances and application requirements vary. Book a consultation with a licensed consultant for advice specific to your situation. An application outcome cannot be guaranteed.