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Visitor record questions

thehermitz

Full Member
Nov 6, 2016
24
5
I am in process of PR application under PNP, so it takes like over one year. My previous work permit and study permit are expired, so I have changed to visitor record, while my multiple entry visa is still valid.

Can I leave Canada and come back under this scenario? I believe many people waiting for PR may have similar question like me. I think visitor record terminate if I leave Canada, but I am not sure if I can get a new one at border. Hope someone can tell me how this gonna work.
 

Jalex23

VIP Member
Apr 12, 2013
4,463
369
Calgary
Category........
Visa Office......
CPP-Ottawa
NOC Code......
2171
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
05-09-2013
Doc's Request.
09-04-2014
AOR Received.
06-11-2013
Med's Request
05-04-2014
Med's Done....
20-05-2014
Passport Req..
07-07-2014
VISA ISSUED...
14-07-2014
LANDED..........
06-09-2014
I am in process of PR application under PNP, so it takes like over one year. My previous work permit and study permit are expired, so I have changed to visitor record, while my multiple entry visa is still valid.

Can I leave Canada and come back under this scenario? I believe many people waiting for PR may have similar question like me. I think visitor record terminate if I leave Canada, but I am not sure if I can get a new one at border. Hope someone can tell me how this gonna work.
You can try. Yes, the permit may expire (it might still be valid if only travelling to the USA). If the permit is not honored then you will be re assessed by a CBSA agent. They can allow you in or refuse entry.

It would be a waste of time talking about chances. You have to evaluate if you are willing to take the risk. As always it depends on the officer at the point on entry evaluating your case.
 

thehermitz

Full Member
Nov 6, 2016
24
5
You can try. Yes, the permit may expire (it might still be valid if only travelling to the USA). If the permit is not honored then you will be re assessed by a CBSA agent. They can allow you in or refuse entry.

It would be a waste of time talking about chances. You have to evaluate if you are willing to take the risk. As always it depends on the officer at the point on entry evaluating your case.
Thank you! I will consider about the risk.