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Restore Your Visitor Status in Canada with G Square Immigration

Has your visitor status in Canada expired and you want to remain in Canada? If you lost your temporary resident status as a visitor, you may be able to apply for restoration of your status. At G Square Immigration, we help you understand the requirements and prepare your restoration application correctly.

What is Restoration of Visitor Status?

Restoration of Visitor Status allows eligible temporary residents to request restoration of their visitor status after losing their legal status in Canada.

If your visitor status has expired, you generally need to apply for restoration within the applicable timeframe and meet the requirements to remain in Canada as a visitor.

When Do You Need to Restore Visitor Status?

Your Visitor Status Has Expired

Apply if your authorized stay in Canada has already expired.

You Forgot to Extend Your Stay

If you did not apply to extend your visitor status before it expired, restoration may be an option.

You Want to Remain in Canada

You may need restoration if you wish to stay in Canada as a visitor after losing your status.

You Want to Regain Legal Visitor Status

Restoration may allow eligible visitors to request their temporary resident status again.

How Does the Restoration Process Work?

Check Your Status

Review your visitor status and determine when it expired.

Determine Your Eligibility

Understand whether you may qualify to restore your visitor status.

Prepare Your Documents

Gather your passport, immigration documents, financial proof, and supporting information.

Explain Your Circumstances

Provide an explanation for why you lost your visitor status and why you want to remain in Canada.

Submit Your Application

Submit the restoration application with the required supporting documents.

Receive Your Decision

If approved, your visitor status will be restored according to the conditions and period granted by IRCC.

Who Can Apply for Restoration of Visitor Status?

  • Be currently in Canada
  • Have lost your temporary resident status
  • Apply within the applicable restoration period
  • Provide a valid reason for restoring your status
  • Meet the requirements for visitor status
  • Show sufficient financial support, where required
  • Provide required supporting documents
  • Comply with the conditions of your restored status

Why Choose G Square Immigration?

Visitor Status Assessment

We review your immigration status and help determine whether restoration may be available.

Document Preparation & Review

We help organize and review your supporting documents.

Explanation Letter Guidance

Assistance with presenting the circumstances that led to the loss of your status.

Application Filing Support

We help prepare and submit the restoration application correctly.

Application Follow-Up

We provide guidance throughout the application process.

End-to-End Immigration Support

Professional assistance throughout your restoration process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is restoration of visitor status in Canada?
It is the process of requesting to regain temporary resident status after losing your visitor status in Canada.
How long do I have to apply for restoration?
Generally, you must apply for restoration within 90 days of losing your status, subject to the applicable requirements.
Can I stay in Canada while my restoration application is being processed?
You may remain in Canada while your restoration application is being processed, but you generally cannot work or study unless separately authorized.
Can I apply for restoration after my visitor status expires?
Yes, eligible visitors may be able to apply for restoration after their status expires, provided they meet the applicable requirements and timeframe.
Can G Square Immigration help with restoration of visitor status?
Yes. G Square Immigration can assist with eligibility assessment, document preparation, explanation letter guidance, application filing, and follow-up.