Sage-Tips

Can I stay in Canada after my IEC expires?

You do not maintain your status in Canada if you apply for a new IEC participation. If you want to stay in Canada while you wait for a decision on your new IEC participation, you must apply to extend your stay as a visitor before your work permit expires. You must stop working while you wait.

Can I stay in Canada after my visa expires?

Work Permit Expiry Date You may be subject to an admissibility hearing that could lead to removal from Canada. However, if you wish to stay in Canada after your status has expired you may apply for restoration of status within 90 days of your offense (loss of status) or you must leave Canada.

Can I stay in Canada after my work permit expires if I have applied for a new permit?

You must stay in Canada and work under the conditions of your original work permit. If you applied to extend or change your work permit before it expired, you’re authorized to keep working under the same conditions as your original permit until we make a decision on your application.

Can I stay in Canada while waiting for permanent residence?

You can stay in Canada while waiting for your permanent residence as long as you maintain legal status. Temporary resident status is valid for a specific period of time and you must ensure that your status as a temporary resident remains valid while you are in Canada.

Can you extend IEC visa Canada?

You can only extend your participation or make changes to your International Experience Canada (IEC) work permit in very specific situations.

How long can stay after visa expires?

The new rule provides that you’re still in lawful status, in other words permitted to remain in the U.S., for up to 60 days between jobs. There are two circumstances that could shorten the 60-day period, however. The first is the date your I-94 Departure Record expires, which is explained above.

How many times Canada work permit can be extended?

There is no limit on the number of times a permit can be extended, should the individual continue to meet the eligibility conditions. Professionals working under free trade agreements similar to NAFTA: Under these agreements, work permits are issued for one year. All permit extensions will also be for one year.

How long can I extend my stay in Canada?

six months
Compared with students and workers, visitors have the least amount of time to apply for extensions since they are generally granted a stay in Canada for a maximum of six months at a time. The reason for wanting to prolong their stay in Canada must be clearly indicated when a visitor is submitting an extension request.

How long is an IEC visa valid for?

one year
Your application remains valid for one year after entering the pool. It will become invalid when the CIC closes the pool or when all the spaces for work permits are filled.