Help! Restoration of status

[Eveslm]

Instead of applying to restore my status as a visitor, can't I just apply to get a visitor record? Isn't there a better chance of not having this one refused and allow me to stay longer?

When you apply to extend/restore your status as a visitor, if it is approved, the document you get is whats called a visitor record.

 

[kmychan]

Yesterday morning I received biometrics correspondence letter on my restoration file. Can anyone tell when can i expect my decision on my file?

@thotavinay was your restoration successful?

 

[mrgandhi]

Hello everyone,
I finished my studies on Sep 20th 2021
study visa expired on 30th sep 2021
filled for status restore and pgwp paid $455 total.

I have read that people need to pay restore of study permit and pay extra $150,
but i cannot do that as my studies are done!

Its been more than 3 months now any update.
Anyone has any update and know what to do please reply.
Thank you in advance.