A visitor record is a document that a border services officer may issue to you to extend or restrict your stay in Canada as a visitor. If you want to stay in Canada for more than 6 months, you have to tell the border services officer.
You may also get a visitor record after your application to extend your stay or restore your status is approved. A visitor record is issued either by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) or Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
| You need to apply for a visitor record when: |
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| – you first arrive at the port of entry and you know you want to stay longer than six months |
| – you’re in Canada and decide you want to stay longer |
| To extend your stay as a visitor, you need to: |
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| – apply at least 30 days before your authorized stay in Canada expires |
| – make sure your passport does not expire at the same time |
