Temporary Public Policy for Iranians in Canada as Temporary Residents (February 23, 2023)
Who: | Iranian citizens in Canada |
In Force: | March 1, 2023 (retroactive to February 9, 2022) |
Expires: | February 28, 2024 |
Effective March 1, 2023, Iranian citizens in Canada as visitors, foreign workers, and students are able to apply for a new permit to extend or amend their status. They will also receive priority processing on their applications.
Iranian citizens in Canada will also be eligible for a three-year open work permit. This include dual citizens of Iran in Canada as temporary residents.
IRCC is also waiving certain fees for Iranians who wish to extend their status, including
- Visitor Record fees
- Open Work Permit fees
- Study Permit fees
- Temporary Resident Permit fees
- Biometric fees
The application to amend or extend status must be submitted online and must follow IRCC’s specific instructions for inclusion in the program.
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