Restoration of temporary resident status [R306 and R182]
This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.
Officers should consult the IRCC fee list for the processing and collection of the applicable restoration fee(s). Each applicant must pay the restoration fee and any other applicable fee(s) to restore the authorization to work or study.
Fee exemptions
Officers may refer to the Coding Handbook.
Section 182 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR) authorizes a designated officer to restore temporary resident status under certain circumstances to persons who have ceased to be a temporary resident.
A foreign national is required to apply for and submit fees for the processing of the restoration of temporary resident status application, and any applicable work or study permit fee(s) if they are seeking restoration of both status and authorization.
Temporary inability or refusal to pay
If an individual advises that they are unable or unwilling to pay the fee immediately, they should be advised to withdraw their application and reapply when they have the ability and willingness to do so. As the applicant is out of status, the case should be referred for enforcement activity once the restoration period of 90 days has lapsed.