06/20/2026
WORK PERMIT OR STUDY PERMIT EXPIRED? DON’T MAKE THIS RESTORATION MISTAKE.
Many people assume that if their status in Canada expires, they can simply apply to restore under a different category.
That is not always true.
A recent Federal Court decision confirms an important rule:
You may only be able to restore the same temporary resident status you held immediately before it expired.
For example:
❌ If your work permit expired, you may not be able to apply to restore as a student
❌ If your study permit expired, you may not be able to apply to restore as a worker
A mistake at the restoration stage can lead to:
• refusal of your application
• loss of ability to work or study in Canada
• future immigration complications
• unnecessary delay, cost, and stress
Restoration applications are time-sensitive and technical.
Before filing anything, make sure you understand what type of restoration may actually be available to you.
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