How to extend Canada visitor visa with an expired H1B visa?

[Vinothkumar Rajendran]

How to extend Canada visitor visa with an expired H1B visa?. I have valid I-797 Approval notice. What is the procedure to extend the Canada visitor visa? what are all the documents required? Currently, I am in the USA.

[yatinkumar]

No matter via which document you entered Canada whether a visitor visa, an electronic travel authorization or any another document. If you wish to extend your stay as a visitor, you must get a Canadian visitor record.
You can apply online for a visitor record to get your application processed faster.

[Eva55]

How to extend Canada visitor visa with an expired H1B visa?. I have valid I-797 Approval notice. What is the procedure to extend the Canada visitor visa? what are all the documents required? Currently, I am in the USA.

If you're currently in the USA with an expired H-1B visa but have a valid I-797 Approval Notice and wish to extend your Canada visitor visa or apply for a new one, the process is straightforward but involves a few key steps.

First, it's important to determine whether you're applying for an extension or a new visa. Since you are in the USA, you're likely looking to apply for a new Canada visitor visa, as extensions are typically done when you're already in Canada. This means you will need to reapply through the Canadian immigration system.

To start, you must apply for a new Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), which is the visa required to visit Canada. You can do this online through the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website. You’ll need to create an account and submit your application electronically. Make sure to gather the necessary documents for the application process.

The key documents you will need include your valid I-797 Approval Notice, proof of your expired H-1B visa, a valid passport, proof of financial support (such as bank statements), travel itinerary (if you have one), and a letter explaining why you need to visit Canada. You may also be required to submit recent photographs and, in some cases, biometric data.

Once your application is complete, you'll need to pay the associated fee online. After submission, you may be asked to attend a biometric appointment at a designated Application Support Center (ASC) if required. Following the submission of your biometrics and all necessary documentation, you can track the status of your visa application online.

It’s also important to note that having an expired H-1B visa but a valid I-797 does not affect your eligibility for a Canadian visitor visa, as Canada primarily evaluates your ability to meet their visa requirements independently of U.S. visa status. However, the I-797 approval notice demonstrates that you have valid status in the USA, which can support your application.

If your visa is approved, you'll be able to travel to Canada for your visit. Make sure to comply with the conditions of the Canadian visa once it is issued.