Visas Canada expands status restoration options for foreign workers and students IRCC guidance removes need for some temporary residents to leave country before reapplying iStock.com/SCM Jeans Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Friday 08 May 2026 Canada has removed requirements for temporary residents who fall out of legal status to leave the country before applying to restore their status as visitors. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Recruitment Canada ups requirements for low-wage temporary foreign worker positions Immigration Canada’s Senate approves bill tightening asylum and immigration powers Residency Canada expands Express Entry priority categories Immigration Canada’s temporary foreign worker intake falls to post-pandemic low