Application to stay in Canada longer as a temporary resident permit holder
Get help to open an application form or to fill one out in the Help Centre.
Use this application if you are already in Canada on a temporary resident permit and you want to:
- apply for another temporary resident permit so you can stay longer
- change the conditions of your stay
- correct problems with your status
It is important to apply before your current status expires.
This application package includes:
- Instruction Guide (IMM 5554)
- Document Checklist (IMM 5557) (opens in a new tab)
- The application form depending on what you're applying for:
- Only a temporary resident permit:
- A temporary resident permit and a study permit:
- A temporary resident permit and a work permit:
- These forms to be completed and signed if they apply to you:
- Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (IMM 5409) (opens in a new tab)
- Use of a Representative (IMM 5476) (opens in a new tab)
- Authority to Release Personal Information to a Designated Individual (IMM 5475) (opens in a new tab)
How to use this application package
Read the instruction guide to help you fill out your application.
- Fill out, sign and date your application forms.
- Pay the fees.
- Mail your application.
Help:
- Use the Application to Change Conditions, Extend My Stay or Remain in Canada as a Visitor or Temporary Resident Permit Holder [IMM 5708]. You can fill it out and save it on a computer. You will need Adobe Reader 10 or higher. You must also turn on JavaScript.
- Filling out the form on a computer is easier than filling it out by hand. It reduces the risk of mistakes that can slow down your application.
- Trouble downloading? Right-click the link and select “Save Target As....” You can also find out more about downloading files in the Help Centre.
To make sure you submit all the pages:
Click the "Validate" button. This button is at the top and bottom of the form.
Note: Validate the form before you print it. This will help make sure that you have answered all the questions. It will help avoid delays in processing your application.
- A last page with barcodes and a signature line will automatically be created.
- Print, sign and date the form.
- For best results:
- print on white, bond-quality, non-glossy paper and
- use a laser printer.
Place the barcode page on top of your package. If you have more than one package, place a separate barcode page on each one.
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