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What are the consequences for overstaying in Canada?

Sebastien1

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Feb 3, 2011
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I understand that there are probably tons of different factors that can affect the consequences of overstaying in Canada. So i will narrow it down a bit.

-overstayed for less then 365 days past expected leaving date.

-individual was issued special circumstances upon entry into canada (i.e: a 3 month visitor visa).

Generally speaking, if a person disobeys their expected leaving date what are the circumstances? Do they need to stay out of canada for a specific amount of time before attempting to return? I understand the IO has the final say.
 

PMM

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Jun 30, 2005
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Hi

Sebastien1 said:
I understand that there are probably tons of different factors that can affect the consequences of overstaying in Canada. So i will narrow it down a bit.

-overstayed for less then 365 days past expected leaving date.

-individual was issued special circumstances upon entry into canada (i.e: a 3 month visitor visa).

Generally speaking, if a person disobeys their expected leaving date what are the circumstances? Do they need to stay out of canada for a specific amount of time before attempting to return? I understand the IO has the final say.
1. If they get caught in Canada, departure order, exclusion order (1-2 year ban) deportation life time ban (need minister permission to re-enter)
2. Not caught but on re-entry, probably refused admission for previous overstay, obvious won't obey Act/Regs.