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Need info on open work permit.

DaveShirley

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May 19, 2018
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I am applying for permanent residence my husband who is a USA resident outland He was presently on a 6 month visit. What is the best way for him to be in Canada till his application is processed. He has to go back tomorrow. Should he ask for a open work permit at the border He lives in Grand Forks ND and I live in Winnipeg. I am a Canadian Citizen We applied in Oct/17 Doing the waiting game now.
 

canuck78

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Jun 18, 2017
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If he applied for outland spousal sponsorship he doesn't qualify for an owp. He would have to come back as a visitor. You should have applied for an extension if he didn't have to go to the US. He may encounter some pushback if he tries returning for another 6 months right after leaving. but you can try. Always best to apply while in the country to extend rather than leaving the country and trying to enter again.
 
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