What to Do If You Overstay Your Visa in Canada: Steps and Solutions
Learn the essential steps to take if you overstay in Canada, including how to contact authorities and apply for a temporary resident permit.
Video transcript
If you overstay in Canada, it’s important to act promptly. Contact the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) or Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to explain your situation and seek guidance. Overstaying can lead to being barred from re-entering Canada, so it’s crucial to address the issue immediately. You may be eligible to apply for a temporary resident permit, which allows you to remain in Canada legally while resolving your status.
Questions and answers
What are the consequences of overstaying my visa in Canada?
Overstaying your visa in Canada can lead to being barred from re-entering the country and can affect future immigration applications.
How can I regularize my status if I overstay in Canada?
You should contact the Canada Border Services Agency or IRCC immediately and may be eligible to apply for a temporary resident permit to stay legally while resolving your status.
What is a temporary resident permit in Canada?
A temporary resident permit allows individuals who are otherwise inadmissible or have overstayed their visa to remain legally in Canada for a limited time.
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