Grace period between visit to phils & expiry of contract???

[Reney]

I have a dilemma. I was wondering if there is anyone here who has had the same situation before. I'm on a temporary working visa. My contract with the employer expires on March 6th. But it will be renewed, for sure. I want to go to the Philippines for a visit from Dec 11th until January 11th. First concern, can I come back in time, to Canada, no problem? Meaning, will the embassy in the Philippines allow me to leave even if my return to Canada is too close on the expiry of my contract? I've heard (although not officially from the embassy or government) that they do not recommend you to leave within 2-4 months of the expiry of contract, as the embassy might stop you from leaving the country? Is there truth to this? Secondly, will I have enough time to process my re-entry visa, given that I go home during the holiday season? I appreciate any help, thnx!

[anne55]

Hi,
I don't think you will have a problem re-entering Canada as long as you have a valid work permit and visa by the time of your flight. You should check your passport validity though coz it needs to be valid for more than six months during your travel time.
Re-enrty visa will be issued within 5-7 business days from the time Canadian Embassy received your application. Best bet is apply for it the following day you arrived in Philippines so you will have enough time waiting for it while you are enjoying your vacation.   

As long as all your documents are valid you are ready to go! Don't forget to ask a letter from your employer stating that you are just going for vacation and will resume your duty with them in such and such date.... I've been going home every year and everything has been smoothly going so Good luck! 

Anne55

[Reney]

Thank you so much for the help!