How to extend your stay in Canada?
If you entered Canada as a visitor, you must have entered on one of the two documents: An electronic travel authorization A visitor visa (also known as temporary resident visa) If you wish to extend your stay in Canada, you need to apply for a visitor record. VISITOR RECORD If an individual wants to extend his/her stay beyond the expiry date, they must submit a formal request, in the form of an application, to IRCC for determination. If approved, a visitor record will be issued and the foreign national can remain in Canada until the new expiry date. HOW TO APPLY? You must submit a complete application package and provide your personal information and necessary documents. You may apply through the online portal here. The steps to apply are as follows: HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? Online application takes 103 days to process on average, while paper applications take days. THINKING ABOUT A NEW START IN CANADA? At Novus Canada, we have a fully licen