Overview
Extension Applications are used to extend your temporary stay in Canada as a visitor, student, or worker before your current status expires. Applying on time helps maintain lawful status and avoid disruption.
Who this is for
This may suit you if you:
- Want to extend your visitor stay, study permit, or work permit
- Need more time for your approved purpose (study completion, continued employment, family stay)
- Want to avoid falling out of status
Key points
- Apply before expiry to reduce risk of losing lawful status
- Extension eligibility depends on your current category and purpose
- Supporting documents must match your reason for extension
Typical supporting documents (examples)
- Passport and identity documents
- Current permit/visitor record
- Evidence supporting the extension purpose (school enrolment, employer documents, financial evidence)
- Updated travel history/status records if requested
How we support you
We check timing and eligibility, organise the right evidence for your category, and submit a complete extension file aligned to your purpose and status conditions.