Visa Restoration (Canada)

Lost your immigration status in Canada? You have 90 days to apply for restoration. Our experts handle urgent restoration applications for study permits, work permits, and visitor records with a high success rate.

Overview

If your temporary status in Canada has expired — whether study permit, work permit, or visitor record — you may be eligible to restore your status within 90 days of expiry. Restoration is a critical lifeline that allows you to remain in Canada legally while your new application is processed. Missing the 90-day window means you become inadmissible and must leave Canada. Our team acts fast to protect your status.

Key Benefits

Remain legally in Canada while application processes

Avoid deportation and inadmissibility orders

Maintain implied status during processing

Preserve your Canadian immigration history

Continue studies or employment (if applicable)

Protect future immigration applications

Eligibility Requirements

Restoration Eligibility

Must apply within 90 days of status expiry
Must have maintained conditions of previous status
Must not be inadmissible on other grounds
Must meet original requirements for the visa type
Must pay restoration fee ($229) plus application fee
Must demonstrate genuine reason for late renewal

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Step-by-Step Process

Urgency Assessment

We calculate your 90-day deadline and assess restoration eligibility immediately.

Document Rush

Compile all required documents including explanation letter, proof of compliance, and updated forms.

Restoration Application

File restoration application with compelling cover letter explaining circumstances of status loss.

Implied Status

Once filed, you have implied status to remain in Canada while the application processes.

Status Restored

Receive restored status and new permit/visa with updated validity dates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to apply for restoration?+

You must apply within 90 days of your status expiry date. After 90 days, restoration is no longer available and you may need to leave Canada and apply from outside.

Can I work or study during restoration?+

If you had a valid work or study permit and applied for restoration before expiry, you have implied status and can continue working/studying. If you applied after expiry, you should not work or study until restoration is granted.

How much does restoration cost?+

Restoration fee is $229 CAD plus the regular application fee for your visa type (e.g., $150 for study permit, $155 for work permit). Our consulting fees are separate.

Will restoration affect my future applications?+

A granted restoration doesn't negatively affect future applications. However, an expired status with no restoration attempt may raise compliance concerns in future applications.

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