LMIA Approved but wp extension already expired

[bigbert0320]

Hello! I would like to seek an advice what is the best thing to do. Last week I was planning to apply for a restoration but then suddenly this morning my employer said that our LMIA war approved. It's been 45 days now since I received the email that says I have 90 days to apply for a restoration. I checked the processing times for WP extension or restoration is 109 days. So long, is it possible to apply for a work permit at the border and not to apply for a restoration?

Thanks!

 

[scylla]

No - not possible. You have to be in status to apply for a WP at the border. Since you are out of status - you have to go through the restoration process.

 

[bigbert0320]

thanks Scylla!

anyway is it possible to attach a copy of my approved LMIA for my restoration application? I was planning to do that, thinking that the officer will easily approve my restoration.

 

[canuck_in_uk]

thanks Scylla!

anyway is it possible to attach a copy of my approved LMIA for my restoration application? I was planning to do that, thinking that the officer will easily approve my restoration.

You must attach the LMIA to show you actually qualify for a new work permit.

 

[bigbert0320]

You must attach the LMIA to show you actually qualify for a new work permit.

Thanks Canuck! I will do it now.

 

[bigbert0320]

You must attach the LMIA to show you actually qualify for a new work permit.

Sorry to ask again, is it possible to apply both restoration and work permit at the same time? Any information would help. Thanks!

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Yes, you should be applying to restore your status as a worker based on the LMIA.