Extending study permit - didn't send TRV extension form

[afmbr]

Hello,

I'm in Canada for 1 year now on a study permit, and need 1 more to finish college, so I just applied to extend the SP (and OWP for wife, plus SP for kids). My SP expires in July, as does my TRV (that big label in the passport).

Now after reviewing my application printouts, I see that I missed completely that form to extend the TRV in-land (don't remember the form name). The request is in the "Optional" section, so I was able to submit the entire application without it.

I understand that my SP extension application doesn't automatically extend my TRV and also:

• I do not intend to leave the country soon
• I'm from a visa-exempt country, so I only require an eTA (which I still don't have, but can get one in minutes).

And so technically I don't need to extend the TRV.

So my question is: is missing the TRV form going to cause any problem at all to my SP extension application? Anyone that did that already and got their SP extend?

p.s.: Also, the TRV extension form is not listed in my application checklist, generated by the "Come to Canada" too.

Appreciate any answer.

 

[canuck_in_uk]

• I do not intend to leave the country soon
• I'm from a visa-exempt country, so I only require an eTA (which I still don't have, but can get one in minutes).

And so technically I don't need to extend the TRV.

So my question is: is missing the TRV form going to cause any problem at all to my SP extension application? Anyone that did that already and got their SP extend?

A person is not required to apply for a TRV when applying for an extension, so it will have zero impact on your app.

How is it that you have a TRV if you are visa-exempt?

 

[afmbr]

A person is not required to apply for a TRV when applying for an extension, so it will have zero impact on your app.

Thank you very much for confirming this.

How is it that you have a TRV if you are visa-exempt?

That's a very good question. My country (Brazil) became exempt in May 1, 2017. I came in 2016 so had to apply for a TRV back then.

 

[canuck_in_uk]

That's a very good question. My country (Brazil) became exempt in May 1, 2017. I came in 2016 so had to apply for a TRV back then.

OK. A quick glance on IRCC shows this:

Who can apply for an eTA, starting May 1?


and who will:

• fly to or transit through a Canadian airport using a valid Brazilian, Bulgarian or Romanian passport, and
• come for a short visit, business or tourist activity (normally for stays of up to six months)

As you are planning to be in Canada for a few years altogether studying and then I assume for a few more as a worker on a PGWP, it would seem that you don't meet the visa-exempt criteria. Once you have your new study permit, you may want to apply for a new TRV anyways.

 

[afmbr]

This is a bit confusing, for sure. But travel and visa requirements are addressed with the eTA, in my understading. From http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1052&top=16:

[Study permit] Extension issued on or after May 1, 2017
If you extend your permit, we will issue you an eTA automatically when we approve your permit.

Also note that eTA is for air travel only. You'll still need a TRV if you come by land or sea (though a study or work permit can be used to re-enter if you're coming from the US or St. Pierre and Miquelon).

 

[canuck_in_uk]

This is a bit confusing, for sure. But travel and visa requirements are addressed with the eTA, in my understading. From http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1052&top=16:



Also note that eTA is for air travel only. You'll still need a TRV if you come by land or sea (though a study or work permit can be used to re-enter if you're coming from the US or St. Pierre and Miquelon).

See here http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas-all.asp

Brazil is still not considered to be a visa-exempt country. Only some Brazilians that meet specific requirments can apply for an eTA. This means that statements regarding visa-exempt countries, such as the one you have quoted, do not automatically apply to Brazilians.

 

[afmbr]

Technically, yes, Brazil is not visa-exempt, but only a fraction of its citizens.

But I agree that it is a little bit confusing, and government sites sometimes give us seemingly contradictory information.

You didn't include the source of your quote above, but by doing a quick search I could only find it in a page on the Government of Canada website (canada.ca) which, also technically, is not the same as the IRCC website.

On the the hand, CIC (IRCC) website clearly states:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=523&top=15:

Do I need an eTA or visa to study in Canada?
Depending on your citizenship, you may need an eTA or a visitor visa, as well as a study permit. Your eTA or visa will be issued to you at the same time as your study permit. You do not need to apply separately or to pay an additional fee.

(Underline emphasis added by me.)

 

[canuck_in_uk]

Technically, yes, Brazil is not visa-exempt, but only a fraction of its citizens.

But I agree that it is a little bit confusing, and government sites sometimes give us seemingly contradictory information.

You didn't include the source of your quote above, but by doing a quick search I could only find it in a page on the Government of Canada website (canada.ca) which, also technically, is not the same as the IRCC website.

On the the hand, CIC (IRCC) website clearly states:

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=523&top=15:

Lol, yes, it is a Canadian government website and as stated at the top of the webpage, that info is a backgrounder that comes from IRCC. It's not like the Canada.gc website is going to lie about that.

You are taking general eTA statements and applying them to Brazil as if it were a visa-exempt country. As shown in the link I provided, IRCC still lists Brazil as a non visa-exempt country, as the vast majority of Brazilians will not qualify for the exemption.

At the end of the day, it is your decision.

 

[afmbr]

Wrapping up:

1. Got my study permit application approved
   
2. No automatic ETA/TRV was issued
   
3. Applied for ETA online -- got approval email in 4-6 minutes
4. Went to Brazil
5. Re-entered Canada using the ETA