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IEC Expired, Should I Remain As Visitor Until LMIA Is Processed?

Makeit

Star Member
Jan 11, 2011
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Hi guys!

My company is seeking an LMIA for me and currently advertisiong the job as per the requirements of the LMIA.

I am going to stop working when my current IEC visa runs out in October, after that I have two options: I can remain in Canada as a visitor (I know I have to apply for this) OR I can leave the country and return if/when I get a positive LMIA.

My question is: Is there ANY benefit to me remaining in Canada, not working, while waiting on the LMIA to be processed?

I will be applying for the change of status to Visitor - I wont be overstaying my current permit/visa.