If the visitor extension is refused, you will be out of status and have 90 days from the date of refusal to apply for Restoration. The OWP would be refused because of the lack of status. You could apply for Restoration directly with the OWP or apply for Restoration as a visitor and then apply for the OWP once visitor status has been restored.
So basically, I’m kinda screwed, cause I can’t do anything about it right now, just wait and hope for the best with my visitors visa app, is that right? If it’s denied, I lose status. That’s when I file restoration of status. It might come in in time before OWP decision is made but if not OWP is denied and I have to reapply for OWP. This puts me back into the que again, and another 4 months of waiting time... is this how it is?Yes.
Then that would be another question, because of the out of status, so OWP would be refused, why not apply restoration now? Then the OWP may get it.
So basically, I’m kinda screwed, cause I can’t do anything about it right now, just wait and hope for the best with my visitors visa app, is that right? If it’s denied, I lose status. That’s when I file restoration of status. It might come in in time before OWP decision is made but if not OWP is denied and I have to reapply for OWP. This puts me back into the que again, and another 4 months of waiting time... is this how it is?
Thanks for the reply, unfortunately not what I was hoping forHi there!
It's definitely way too early for the medical exam. These tend to happen at the end of the process, closer to when you actually get the PR.
From what you've told us, I think it's quite unlikely you'll get the PR by Nov 1. March 2nd to Nov 1st is under 8 months and currently the average processing time is 12. If you're from the US, that might help and lower your processing time. On the other hand, you're applying common law which is more difficult to prove and can sometimes drag on a bit because they ask for additional proof and/or interviews.
The PR card thing is for the literal physical cards - it means it'll take around 45 days to get the card after you've completed the landing process (which happens after your PR application has been approved).
Basically, it could happen, but it's unlikely. The majority of apps fall into the 11-13 months range, if looking at the different spreadsheets here, as well as the official site giving a 12 month average.
As for being contacted, now that I've gotten my OWP, I don't expect any correspondence for pretty much months to come, just to give you an idea.
Hang in there!![]()
Thanks. I don’t remember specifically explaining that I applied because of sponsorship, was I supposed to write a separate letter with the application?Yes. Provided you showed sufficient proof of funds and explained that you were applying for sponsorship, there should be no issues with the visitor extension.
Huh, I never had that question on mine. OWP + Restoration is in one form, imm5701. There's no other form for the restoration.
can you send me a link of your form? i have that question on imm 5708e / is that the restoration form?
can you send me a link of your form? i have that question on imm 5708e / is that the restoration form?
No, there's no Restoration form. You will only use imm5701. One form for OWP and Restoration but you will tick Restore Status as a Worker AND Initial Permit.
but i didnt come to canada as a worker tho. i had visitor status. what forms did you submit when submit your restoration? 5701 for owp and another 5701 for restoration of status?
but i didnt come to canada as a worker tho. i had visitor status. what forms did you submit when submit your restoration? 5701 for owp and another 5701 for restoration of status?
Thanks. I don’t remember specifically explaining that I applied because of sponsorship, was I supposed to write a separate letter with the application?
Even if you were on a visit permit, you may restore your status as a worker. I was on a study permit and I restored my status as a worker. Please see: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...ry-residents/visitors/restoration-status.html
I submitted just ONE imm5710 for both OWP and Restoration and paid $255 plus $200. If you can download the said form, you will see what I meant with choosing Restore Status as a Worker and Initial Permit.