What should I do if my study permit has already expired?

If you are inside Canada with an expired study permit and you did not apply to extend your study permit before the expiry date, you may apply to restore your status in Canada if you wish to resume studying at SFU.  You may be eligible to restore your temporary status as a student if you continue to meet the requirements of your stay and you respect the conditions of your study permit

Your restoration application must be submitted within 90 days after your study permit expired or became invalid.

You can remain in Canada while you await processing of your restoration application, but you are not allowed to study until the application is approved.  You are not allowed to work under your study permit until your status has been restored, your study permit application has been approved, and you meet all of IRCC's work eligibility criteria for the type of work you wish to pursue.

For more information about restoration, visit the links below:

• IRCC: Restoration of temporary resident status
• IRCC: Extend your study permit or restore your status: What to do if your permit expired

If your study permit has expired and you are unsure what to do, please contact a SFU International Student Advisor, Immigration Specialist for assistance.