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Expired Permit
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Jaytee Posts: 1
Posted On: 19 days ago
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I was issued a PGWP visa for less time due to passport expiry. As soon as I got a new passport, I applied for an extension of my pgwp. The extension took a long time, and in the process, my initial permit expired. I continued working on maintained status and applied for pnp, pr and bowp while on maintained status. A month after I put in my application, the pgwp was refused after 7 months of waiting.
I thought applying for bowp before a decision on the pgwp would keep me in status. However, I was informed to stop working even though I have a second application in place. The refusal letter did not give me the option to restore, but I figured I could pay for restoration and attached a new form and payment to my existing bowp application to be safe.
I am now confused about my situation, I have no visitor visa, but I'm authorized to stay in Canada pending a decision on my second application, but I cannot work. My employer has offered to support me, by providing an offer letter, but I already attached a restoration to my bowp. How do I apply for a close work permit in this situation? What are my options? Is it possible to apply for a TRV and then apply for a close work permit? Is there hope that my bowp will be approved as I met all conditions while applying (applied under-maintained status).
Thank you.
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Moderator Moderator Posts: 4127
Posted On: 8 days ago
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Hi there,
Thank you for sharing your question and situation with us. We appreciate your interest in this information.
It is best that you seek the advice of a reputable and registered immigration consultant or an immigration lawyer familiar with immigration law regarding your situation.
If you contact 211 and speak to a Community Resource Navigator, they may be able to connect you to local legal services. 211 Ontario is a free, confidential service. Their phone service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Here is a link to their live chat if you prefer to communicate online. Their live chat service is available Monday to Friday from 7am-9pm ET.
You may find helpful information in the Settlement.Org articles, How do I find a lawyer? , Should I get help with my immigration application from an immigration consultant or lawyer?and What other kinds of legal help can I get? on how to find a reputable and registered lawyer or immigration consultant.
We hope this information is helpful.
Sincerely,
Your Settlement.Org team
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