{"id":1753,"date":"2026-08-15T13:35:51","date_gmt":"2026-08-15T17:35:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/?page_id=1753"},"modified":"2026-08-16T08:38:30","modified_gmt":"2026-08-16T12:38:30","slug":"visitor-record-restoration-status-canada","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/temporary-residence\/visitor-record-restoration-status-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Visitor Record and Restoration of Status in Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p><style>\r\n\/* \u0645\u062d\u062a\u0648\u0627\u06cc \u0627\u0635\u0644\u06cc \u0646\u0648\u0634\u062a\u0647 \u0648 \u0628\u0631\u06af\u0647 *\/\r\nbody.single-post .entry-content,\r\nbody.page .entry-content,\r\nbody.single-post .wp-block-post-content,\r\nbody.page .wp-block-post-content {\r\n    width: 100% !important;\r\n    max-width: 900px !important;\r\n    margin-left: auto !important;\r\n    margin-right: auto !important;\r\n    padding-left: 24px !important;\r\n    padding-right: 24px 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Canada: Extend Your Stay Legally<\/h1>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"30008\" data-end=\"30455\">A visitor inside Canada may see a visa expiry date and assume that is automatically the last day they can remain in the country. That can be a costly misunderstanding. To extend authorized visitor status inside Canada, the person generally applies for a visitor record; if status has already expired, restoration may be available in some cases if the application is made within 90 days of losing status.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"30457\" data-end=\"30646\">For Visaline, \u201cWith you on your immigration journey, from dream to reality\u201d includes helping visitors identify the correct deadline before a routine extension becomes a restoration problem.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"46bnag\" data-start=\"30648\" data-end=\"30668\">Table of contents<\/h2>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"30670\" data-end=\"31120\">\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"kfnq7p\" data-start=\"30670\" data-end=\"30729\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"30672\" data-end=\"30729\">TRV vs visitor record<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"96mzdj\" data-start=\"30730\" data-end=\"30784\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"30732\" data-end=\"30784\">When to apply<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"lplh91\" data-start=\"30785\" data-end=\"30848\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"30787\" data-end=\"30848\">Maintained status<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"ol63yo\" data-start=\"30849\" data-end=\"30896\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"30851\" data-end=\"30896\">Restoration<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"8aptal\" data-start=\"30897\" data-end=\"30960\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"30899\" data-end=\"30960\">Extension vs restoration<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1o4o2te\" data-start=\"30961\" data-end=\"30999\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"30963\" data-end=\"30999\">Application process<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"z1qq50\" data-start=\"31000\" data-end=\"31026\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"31002\" data-end=\"31026\">Fees<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"xzhjq0\" data-start=\"31027\" data-end=\"31080\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"31029\" data-end=\"31080\">Travel considerations<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1i0t8nh\" data-start=\"31081\" data-end=\"31120\"><a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"31083\" data-end=\"31120\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"2ky9ag\" data-start=\"31122\" data-end=\"31156\">TRV extension vs visitor record<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"31158\" data-end=\"31254\">A <strong data-start=\"31160\" data-end=\"31193\">Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)<\/strong> is primarily a travel document used to seek entry to Canada.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"31256\" data-end=\"31469\">A <strong data-start=\"31258\" data-end=\"31276\">visitor record<\/strong> is a status document that specifies how long a person is authorized to remain in Canada. IRCC explicitly states that a visitor record is <strong data-start=\"31414\" data-end=\"31428\">not a visa<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"31471\" data-end=\"31611\">For that reason, \u201cTRV extension\u201d is often not the technically correct term when a visitor already inside Canada simply wants to stay longer.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"1c1v1hh\" data-start=\"31613\" data-end=\"31650\">When to apply for a visitor record<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"31652\" data-end=\"31768\">IRCC recommends applying <strong data-start=\"31677\" data-end=\"31727\">at least 30 days before current status expires<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"31770\" data-end=\"31804\">The actual expiry date may appear:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"31806\" data-end=\"31981\">\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"qalnua\" data-start=\"31806\" data-end=\"31828\">on a visitor record;<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"4u6xn3\" data-start=\"31829\" data-end=\"31853\">beside an entry stamp;<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"kylheu\" data-start=\"31854\" data-end=\"31898\">on another temporary resident document; or<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1174mqh\" data-start=\"31899\" data-end=\"31981\">under the default period of authorized stay where no different date was imposed.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"31983\" data-end=\"32072\">Do not assume the visa sticker&#8217;s expiry date is the same as the expiry of visitor status.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1786\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1786\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1786\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_05-PM-2.jpg\" alt=\"Calendar showing when to apply for a visitor record extension in Canada at least 30 days before status expires\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_05-PM-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_05-PM-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_05-PM-2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1786\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">IRCC recommends applying to extend visitor status at least 30 days before the current status expires.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"bdey27\" data-start=\"32074\" data-end=\"32117\">What happens if you apply before expiry?<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"32119\" data-end=\"32493\">Where an eligible application to extend temporary resident status is made before the existing period expires, the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations provide for continued temporary resident status while the extension decision is pending, subject to the applicable conditions. This is commonly called maintained status.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"32495\" data-end=\"32527\">This distinction can be crucial.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"32529\" data-end=\"32617\">A timely extension application and a restoration application are not legally equivalent.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"v7lax0\" data-start=\"32619\" data-end=\"32651\">Restoration of visitor status<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"32653\" data-end=\"32854\">If visitor status has already expired, IRCC states that restoration may be available <strong data-start=\"32738\" data-end=\"32788\">in some cases if less than 90 days have passed<\/strong> since the loss of status.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"32856\" data-end=\"33110\">Section 182 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations governs restoration of temporary resident status. Restoration requires the applicant to meet the applicable requirements; approval is not automatic.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"33112\" data-end=\"33254\">A person seeking restoration should not assume that simply filing the application immediately returns them to valid temporary resident status.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1788\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1788\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1788\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_05-PM-4.jpg\" alt=\"Visitor extension vs restoration in Canada comparing application timing, maintained status and government fees\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_05-PM-4.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_05-PM-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_05-PM-4-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1788\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Visitor extensions are generally requested before status expires, while restoration applies after temporary resident status has been lost.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"m0b1ph\" data-start=\"33256\" data-end=\"33291\">Visitor extension vs restoration<\/h2>\r\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\">\r\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\r\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" style=\"width: 85.69%; height: 177px;\" data-start=\"33293\" data-end=\"33721\">\r\n<thead data-start=\"33293\" data-end=\"33343\">\r\n<tr data-start=\"33293\" data-end=\"33343\">\r\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"33293\" data-end=\"33301\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Issue<\/th>\r\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"33301\" data-end=\"33328\" data-col-size=\"md\">Visitor record extension<\/th>\r\n<th class=\"last:pe-10\" data-start=\"33328\" data-end=\"33343\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Restoration<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody data-start=\"33358\" data-end=\"33721\">\r\n<tr data-start=\"33358\" data-end=\"33427\">\r\n<td data-start=\"33358\" data-end=\"33379\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Application timing<\/td>\r\n<td data-start=\"33379\" data-end=\"33403\" data-col-size=\"md\">Before status expires<\/td>\r\n<td data-start=\"33403\" data-end=\"33427\" data-col-size=\"sm\">After status is lost<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr data-start=\"33428\" data-end=\"33518\">\r\n<td data-start=\"33428\" data-end=\"33449\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Recommended timing<\/td>\r\n<td data-start=\"33449\" data-end=\"33482\" data-col-size=\"md\">At least 30 days before expiry<\/td>\r\n<td data-start=\"33482\" data-end=\"33518\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Generally within 90 days of loss<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr data-start=\"33519\" data-end=\"33637\">\r\n<td data-start=\"33519\" data-end=\"33542\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Status while pending<\/td>\r\n<td data-start=\"33542\" data-end=\"33605\" data-col-size=\"md\">May continue under maintained status if requirements are met<\/td>\r\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"33605\" data-end=\"33637\">Status has already been lost<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr data-start=\"33638\" data-end=\"33687\">\r\n<td data-start=\"33638\" data-end=\"33663\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Current government fee<\/td>\r\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"33663\" data-end=\"33673\">CAN$100<\/td>\r\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"33673\" data-end=\"33687\">CAN$246.25<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr data-start=\"33688\" data-end=\"33721\">\r\n<td data-start=\"33688\" data-end=\"33710\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Approval automatic?<\/td>\r\n<td data-start=\"33710\" data-end=\"33715\" data-col-size=\"md\">No<\/td>\r\n<td data-start=\"33715\" data-end=\"33721\" data-col-size=\"sm\">No<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"33723\" data-end=\"33859\">Current fees are CAN$100 to extend a stay as a visitor and CAN$246.25 to restore visitor status.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"13yzrei\" data-start=\"33861\" data-end=\"33876\">How to apply<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"33878\" data-end=\"33909\">For a visitor record extension:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ol dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"33911\" data-end=\"34222\">\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1bpwrhr\" data-start=\"33911\" data-end=\"33968\">Confirm the actual expiry date of your current status.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"127ajwn\" data-start=\"33969\" data-end=\"34038\">Apply before that date and preferably at least 30 days in advance.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1b8xw5a\" data-start=\"34039\" data-end=\"34093\">Explain why additional time in Canada is requested.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1fhft6z\" data-start=\"34094\" data-end=\"34151\">Provide financial support and other relevant evidence.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"qirn8l\" data-start=\"34152\" data-end=\"34193\">Submit the online application and fee.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"20u6h9\" data-start=\"34194\" data-end=\"34222\">Keep proof of submission.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"34224\" data-end=\"34408\">IRCC currently requires visitor-record applications in the ordinary process to be made online, subject to specific exceptions or accommodations.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"34410\" data-end=\"34602\">For restoration, the application must clearly identify that restoration is being requested and explain the circumstances surrounding the loss of status.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1789\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1789\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1789\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_06-PM-6.jpg\" alt=\"Step-by-step visitor record application process in Canada including expiry date, supporting documents and online submission\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_06-PM-6.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_06-PM-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_06-PM-6-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1789\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Key steps for applying to extend visitor status in Canada, from confirming the expiry date to keeping proof of submission.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"107rycd\" data-start=\"34604\" data-end=\"34625\">Practical example<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"34627\" data-end=\"34679\">A visitor&#8217;s authorized stay expires on September 30.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"34681\" data-end=\"34831\">If they properly apply to extend their stay on September 1 and remain in Canada while the application is processed, maintained-status rules may apply.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"34833\" data-end=\"35041\">If they discover on October 20 that their status expired on September 30 without an extension application, the issue is no longer simply an extension. They need to assess whether they qualify for restoration.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"gxryo5\" data-start=\"35043\" data-end=\"35061\">Government fees<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"35063\" data-end=\"35103\">As of the latest 2026 IRCC fee schedule:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"35105\" data-end=\"35225\">\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"ub38zi\" data-start=\"35105\" data-end=\"35137\">Visitor extension: <strong data-start=\"35126\" data-end=\"35137\">CAN$100<\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1bs4gv3\" data-start=\"35138\" data-end=\"35225\">Restoration of visitor status: <strong data-start=\"35171\" data-end=\"35185\">CAN$246.25<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"35227\" data-end=\"35303\">Fees are time-sensitive and should be checked immediately before submission.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1787\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1787\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1787\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_06-PM-7.jpg\" alt=\"Canada visitor extension fee of CAN$100 and restoration of visitor status fee of CAN$246.25\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_06-PM-7.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_06-PM-7-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-16-2026-12_04_06-PM-7-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1787\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Government fees for extending visitor status and restoring visitor status in Canada should be verified with IRCC before applying.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"73vkks\" data-start=\"35305\" data-end=\"35333\">Travelling outside Canada<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"35335\" data-end=\"35465\">A visitor record is not a travel visa. Leaving Canada while an extension is pending can create additional re-entry considerations.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"35467\" data-end=\"35621\">IRCC expressly notes that a person planning to leave Canada must still meet Canada&#8217;s entry requirements to return.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"35623\" data-end=\"35755\">A person with an expired TRV may therefore face a different question from a person whose visitor status remains valid inside Canada.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"1klwchr\" data-start=\"35757\" data-end=\"35786\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"1asdqc2\" data-start=\"35788\" data-end=\"35839\">Is a visitor record the same as a visitor visa?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"35841\" data-end=\"36082\">No. A visitor record extends or documents authorized temporary status in Canada. A visitor visa is generally used for travel to Canada. IRCC specifically states that a visitor record is not a visa.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"1itd1a4\" data-start=\"36084\" data-end=\"36133\">When should I apply to extend visitor status?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"36135\" data-end=\"36328\">IRCC recommends applying at least 30 days before your status expires<strong data-start=\"36135\" data-end=\"36208\">.<\/strong> Applying earlier also leaves more time to correct document or technical issues.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"fuf0tf\" data-start=\"36330\" data-end=\"36396\">Can I stay in Canada while my visitor extension is processing?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"36398\" data-end=\"36656\">Generally, a properly submitted extension application made before status expires can allow the person to remain under maintained-status rules while a decision is pending, subject to the applicable legal conditions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"12cp8fi\" data-start=\"36658\" data-end=\"36718\">What if my visitor status expired more than 90 days ago?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"36720\" data-end=\"37007\">The ordinary restoration mechanism generally requires action within 90 days of losing status. A person outside that period should not assume restoration remains available and should obtain case-specific advice about their immigration position.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"15bru7a\" data-start=\"37009\" data-end=\"37062\">Does applying for restoration guarantee approval?<\/h3>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"37064\" data-end=\"37237\">No. Restoration is an application that IRCC must assess. Filing and paying the fee do not guarantee that status will be restored.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"8dtpi\" data-start=\"37239\" data-end=\"37252\">Conclusion<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"37254\" data-end=\"37480\">The most important distinction is timing. Before expiry, the issue is usually an extension through a visitor record. After status is lost, the case may move into restoration territory, where the 90-day period becomes critical.<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"37482\" data-end=\"37635\">Anyone uncertain about the actual expiry date, maintained status or a previous status breach should reconstruct the timeline before taking the next step.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" data-section-id=\"23cwhc\" data-start=\"37637\" data-end=\"37664\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1273 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-2-2026-06_18_56-PM.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-2-2026-06_18_56-PM.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-2-2026-06_18_56-PM-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-2-2026-06_18_56-PM-768x256.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"23cwhc\" data-start=\"37637\" data-end=\"37664\">Legal information notice<\/h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"37666\" data-end=\"37845\">This page provides general information about visitor records, maintained status and restoration. Immigration status should be assessed from the complete record and applicable law.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-section-id=\"1vfo6ff\" data-start=\"37847\" data-end=\"37857\">Sources<\/h2>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"37859\" data-end=\"38297\">\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1tvo2eg\" data-start=\"37859\" data-end=\"37951\">IRCC \u2014 Extend your stay in Canada: Visitor record.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1p4vj43\" data-start=\"37952\" data-end=\"38039\">IRCC \u2014 Visitor record eligibility and timing.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"136subu\" data-start=\"38040\" data-end=\"38157\">Justice Laws \u2014 Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, section 183.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"141c1yi\" data-start=\"38158\" data-end=\"38218\">IRCC \u2014 Guide 5551.<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-section-id=\"1s7zaq9\" data-start=\"38219\" data-end=\"38297\">IRCC \u2014 Current immigration fee list.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"38375\" data-end=\"38624\">Contact us today to review your case and book your immigration consultation. We also recommend following <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/visaline.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visaline Immigration Institute on Instagram<\/a><\/strong> for real-time updates on IRCC news and immigration law changes. \u260e\ufe0f Toronto WhatsApp: +1-647-860-0005<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" data-start=\"38375\" data-end=\"38624\"><strong>Published\/updated:<\/strong> August 9, 2026 <strong>Author:<\/strong> Afifeh Hosseini, Visaline Team Member and Content Creator<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Visitor Record and Restoration of Status in Canada: Extend Your Stay Legally A visitor inside Canada may see a visa expiry date and assume that is automatically the last day &#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1784,"parent":990,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1753","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1753","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1753"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1753\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1790,"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1753\/revisions\/1790"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/990"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1784"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1753"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}