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Maintain your legal presence in Canada by preparing your extension documents in advance.
30-Day Recommendation
Submit your application at least 30 days before expiry to ensure maintained status.
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Passport must not expire before your requested extension end date
Two recent passport-sized photos meeting IRCC specifications
Copy of your current study permit, work permit, or passport stamp showing entry date
Updated LOA or official enrolment letter showing your program end date
Required if changing schools or programs (some exemptions apply)
Most recent transcripts showing your academic progress
Letter explaining why you need more time to complete your program
Bank statements, scholarship letters, or sponsor documents
New positive LMIA if required for your work permit type
Current job offer from your employer with updated dates
Updated or extended employment contract
Proof your employer meets requirements for hiring foreign workers
Bank statements showing sufficient funds for extended stay
Letter explaining why you want to stay longer in Canada
Documents showing reasons to return home (employment, property, family)
$150 CAD for study permit extension
$155 CAD for work permit extension (+ $100 for open work permit)
$100 CAD for visitor record
$246.25 CAD additional fee if your status has expired within the last 90 days
Use our step-by-step form wizard to prepare your application documents.
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