Apply inside Canada while on vacation outside Canada

[RSK07]

Hello,

I need to apply for my pgwp extension. I m traveling to India for few weeks. Can I apply as inside canada application from India while I am on vacation?

 

[Naturgrl]

Is this for the PGWP extension. As per rules you must remain in Canada until processed so wait until approved and then travel.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19/students/pgwp-extend.html

• You were in Canada as of January 27, 2021, when the public policy took effect, and have stayed in Canada since then.

 

[RSK07]

@legalfalcon : could you kindly help with my doubt Can I travel to india for few weeks and come and apply for 18 month extension?

 

[legalfalcon]

@legalfalcon : could you kindly help with my doubt Can I travel to india for few weeks and come and apply for 18 month extension?

YEs, as long as you meet the requirements mentioned in the link above.

 

[RSK07]

@legalfalcon this statement so confusing.
You were in Canada as of January 27, 2021, when the public policy took effect, and have stayed in Canada since then.

 

[legalfalcon]

@legalfalcon this statement so confusing.
You were in Canada as of January 27, 2021, when the public policy took effect, and have stayed in Canada since then.

Since January 27, 2021, you have to be in Canada to be eligible. You can apply for an extensions and leave Canada and return if you have a valid visa.