What to understand
A visitor record can authorize a visitor to remain in Canada beyond their original period of stay. It does not replace a visa or eTA for future travel.
What to prepare
Apply before your authorized stay ends, explain why you wish to stay and provide supporting finances and plans for departure.
Important to know
Do not confuse a visitor record with permission to work or study. Check your actual status and conditions.
Check the official requirements
Program rules, eligibility, fees and processing times may change. This guide is general information, not legal advice or a guarantee of any outcome. Check the current government instructions before applying.
Visit the official Canada.ca information