Is this situation a problem?

[confused_student]

Hello everybody,

I am in a very serious situation and I'm asking for your advice, please!

My Study permit expired April 20th, 2011
I created an application for extension (using a new passport with a new number) on the 8th of April, 2011, and completed and transmitted it on April 19th (one day before my expiry.)

I left to my home country on the 28th. I understood it was legal for me to stay these 8 days because I had an application for extension processing (which is was the CIC website said and the international student advisor at my school said.)

However, after I returned to my home country, I couldn't change the mailing address for this new permit and I went to apply for a new one at the embassy (thinking there's nothing wrong with my file,anyways)

I got refused two times and in the second time the only reason was "I didn't satisfy the officer I would return to my home country after the period I'm authorised to stay"

Needless to say, its a very serious situation for me now because I can't continue my study. I didn't even intend to immigrate to Canada after I finish!

So I'm thinking, would it have anything to do with these 8 days I mentioned above? I have a third application being processed now in the hopes of getting accepted, would it do any help to submit a follow up document to my application explaining this situation.

And the reason why I submitted my extension application very late (but still before expiry) is that my new passport arrived by mail very late, which is not something I can help.

Sorry for the long message and any help would be tremendously appreciated!

 

[champ1388]

If you are able to demonstrate it to the visa officer like u have done here it shouldnt be a problem. You stayed for 8 extra days and that was well within rules and was absolutely legitimate. Visa Officer doesnt think you are a bona fide student and a potential immigrant thats why your application got refused. If you were able to write a letter which convinces the Visa Officer that you will leave Canada post your studies then u should get the permit. And since you have already applied for the visa for the third time I am not sure submitting a new document will make any difference. Its my personal opinion for more clarity please consult experts...All the best for your visa in 3rd attempt

 

[SenoritaBella]

The 8 days is not a problem, you had implied status at the time and could have stayed until they made a decision. You should have first checked the status of the application made on April 19th, instead of applying again. There is always the risk of being refused entry when you leave without already having documents that allow you to return. I hope you are successful on your 3rd attempt.