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Canada: New Status Renewal Fees

Key Points  

  • Canada introduced new filing fees for foreign nationals submitting status reauthorization application forms 

Overview  

Beginning 1 December 2023, the Canadian government will raise fees for various immigration services. These fee changes include the following: 

  • Authorization to return to Canada: CAD 459.55 (up from CAD 400) 
  • Rehabilitation (inadmissible due to criminality): CAD 229.77 (up from CAD 200) 
  • Rehabilitation (inadmissible due to serious criminality): CAD 1,148.87 (up from CAD 1,000) 
  • Restoring status as a visitor, worker, or student: CAD 229.77 (up from CAD 200) 
  • Restoring status as a worker with a new work permit: CAD 384.77 (up from CAD 355) 
  • Restoring student status with a new work permit: CAD 379.77 (up from CAD 350) 
  • Temporary resident permit: CAD 229.77 (up from CAD 200) 

What are the Changes?  

The Canadian government introduced new filing fees for foreign nationals submitting status reauthorization application forms. The government noted that these fees will be adjusted annually for inflation every December 1. 

Looking Ahead  

Continue to check the government of Canada’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information. 

Content in this publication is for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such. Envoy Global is not a law firm, and does not provide legal advice. If you would like guidance on how this information may impact your particular situation and you are a client of the U.S. Law Firm, consult your attorney. If you are not a client of the U.S. Law Firm working with Envoy, consult another qualified professional. This website does not create an attorney-client relationship with the U.S. Law Firm. 

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