Extension of stay as visitor in Canada with US visitor visa
I am on visitor visa in Canada now since 5 months & holding US visitor visa also. Both are multiple entry visas. I am planning to go to US for leisure 2-3 days by road.
Do I have to request for extension when I come to Canada border or is there any hassle? If approve, can I stay for another 6 months in Canada?
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Best Answer
If you want to extend your stay in Canada, you must apply to do so. Check your temporary resident status to make sure you apply before the expiry date. This will be on your study or work permit, the stamp in your passport or, if you do not have a stamp in your passport, 6 months from the day you entered Canada. You should apply 30 days before your status expires to:
- extend your visitor, student or work status,
- change your permit type (for example, from a study permit to a work permit) or
- change your permit condition(s) (for example, if you are studying and you want to change schools, or if you are working and you want to change jobs).
As @DJClayworth noted in this accepted SETravel answer (emphasis mine):
If you want to stay longer than what is granted, you need to apply for an extension to your visa. Leaving and re-entering the country will have no effect on visa validity.
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Can I visit Canada if I have US visit visa?
Yes, most travellers need a visitor visa or an eTA to travel to, or transit through, Canada.How long can I stay in Canada with US 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.How do I extend my stay in Canada as a visitor?
In most cases, you must apply online to extend your stay as a visitor (get a visitor record). You must meet our entry requirements to return to Canada....You can use your account to:Can US citizens extend their stay in Canada?
If you entered Canada and you did not need a visa but want to stay longer, you must apply for an extension and pay a fee. This must be done from inside Canada. You should apply for an extension at least 30 days before your status expires \u2013 usually 6 months from the day you entered Canada.Visitor Visa: How to extend your stay in Canada | How to apply online for VISITOR RECORD
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