Application to Change Conditions or Extend Your Stay in Canada as a Visitor

Updates

This application package includes:

Use this application if you are a temporary resident who is already in Canada and you want to:

It is important to apply for the change before your current status expires.

New: You now have two options to apply to change conditions or extend your stay in Canada as a visitor.

Option 1

Option 2

Read the Instruction Guide and download the application forms.
Fill out, sign and date your application forms.
Pay the fees.
Mail your completed application to the Case Processing Centre in Vegreville, Alberta.

Help for option 2

Use the Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Visitor or Temporary Permit Holder [IMM 5708]. You can fill it out and save it using a computer. You will need Adobe Reader 10 or higher. You must also turn JavaScript on.
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 the application process.
Having trouble downloading the form? Right-click the link and select “Save Target As ”

To make sure you submit all the pages of the form with your application package, follow these steps.

Click the “Validate” button at the top or bottom of the form.
Note: Validating the form before printing makes sure that you have answered all the questions. This will help you to 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.