We may need to transfer your file to one of our offices abroad.
We’ll also need to determine if you meet all the visa requirements for an applicant outside Canada.
If you don’t contact us, there could be a processing delay or your passport could be returned without a visa.
If you applied online to extend your work or study permit
If we approve your application, we send you a message in your online account and mail you your new work or study permit.
After we approve your application to extend your permit
As soon as we approve your application to extend your work or study permit, you can apply for your visitor visa (even before you get your new work or study permit in the mail).
However, you must provide proof that we approved your application, such as:
a screenshot of the approval message we sent to your online account
your application number
any other document that proves you have a valid and approved study or work permit extension
You’ll need to select “Apply to Come to Canada” from your account main page to get started.
Get the right application form
To get the right application form, provide these answers in the online questionnaire:
For the first question “What would you like to do in Canada?”, select
“Study” if you have a valid study permit or
“Work” if you have a valid work permit
When asked “What is your current country/territory of residence?”, select “Canada”.
Answer the questions on the next pages about your work or studies.
You may be given the option to extend your current study or work permit or to apply for a “Temporary Resident Visa”. Make sure you select “Temporary Resident Visa”.
The application form listed in your document checklist will be called Application for Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa) Made Outside of Canada (IMM 5257). This is the form you need to fill out, even when you apply from inside Canada.
Please refer to Canada.ca for updates and detailed information
If you need assistance in understanding about the process, we will be happy to assist you. Please contact Nayyar Immigration at 647-821-4384