Change to declared length of stay while in Canada for a visa-exempt visitor
I am a French citizen who came to Canada on the Waiver program one and a half months ago for travelling. Before I arrived I booked a return flight two months after my arrival and I communicated to the border agent that I would only stay in Canada for that period. My plans have changed a bit now and I would like to prolong the current trip for another one and a half months.
Does staying in Canada longer than communicated to the border agent constitute a violation of any sort against the Waiver program?
The Waiver program allows for a six month stay and I won't overstay that period but does the (supposed) misinformation about the true length of my stay I gave to the border agent constitute any problem for my current stay or for the chances of future returns to Canada?
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How long can I stay in Canada without a visitor visa?
Most visitors can stay for up to 6 months in Canada. If you're allowed to enter Canada, the border services officer may allow you to stay for less or more than 6 months. If so, they'll put the date you need to leave by in your passport.Can I extend my stay in Canada as a visitor?
If you want to extend your stay in Canada as a visitor (stay in Canada longer), you need to apply for a visitor record. A visitor record is not a visa.Can a visitor change his status in Canada?
A person can apply to change their temporary status from Visitor to Worker. No one has the right to remain in Canada as a worker without a Work Permit. Often a timing problem occurs. If your current visitor / temporary resident status is still valid you can apply for an extension of your stay.Can I extend my stay in Canada as a visitor twice?
A Visitor Record is not valid for re-entry to Canada. Of course, when you are applying for the extension, you need to mention for how long you want to stay. The officer usually takes your request into consideration. You may request for the extension of the visitor record multiple times.Changes in Super Visa Announced by IRCC - Easy to Stay longer on Visitor Status - Immigration News
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