If you're studying in Canada and find that your study permit is nearing its expiration date, the IMM 5709 form serves as your lifeline to legally continue your education. Aimed exclusively at students applying from within Canada, this form facilitates the extension of your study permit, allowing you to avoid any interruptions in your academic journey. It's advisable to submit your application 90 days before your current permit expires to ensure a smooth transition. Nonetheless, applications received before the expiry date still grant you "implied status," maintaining your legal status in Canada while your application is processed. This is pivotal if your permit expires mid-processing, as you'll be considered legally present in Canada. However, if your permit has already expired, it's crucial to seek advice from an International Student Advisor immediately. The form accommodates requests for an additional 90-day stay if you're planning to apply for a post-graduation work permit, subject to your passport's validity. Whether you choose to apply online, with a streamlined process involving a checklist code from the Come to Canada wizard and subsequent submission on the CIC website, or by mail, with a document checklist and supporting material sent to the CIC Case Processing Centre in Alberta, understanding and accurately completing the IMM 5709 is crucial. Proper completion and timely submission of this form, along with the required documents and the proper fee, can comfortably extend your study permit, allowing you to focus on your studies and future in Canada.
| Question | Answer |
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| Form Name | IMM 5709 Form |
| Form Length | 1 pages |
| Fillable? | Yes |
| Fillable fields | 1 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 27 sec |
| Other names | imm 5709 pdf download, imm 5079, imm5709 download, imm 5709 |
Extending Your Study Permit
(Application Instructions for Students Applying from WITHIN Canada Only)
When can I extend my study permit?
You should apply to extend your study permit 90 days in advance of expiry. However, as long as the Case Processing Centre in Alberta receives your paper or online application before the expiry date, you are considered to have “implied status” in Canada until you receive your renewed study permit, even if the expiry date has passed while your extension is being processed. If your study permit has already expired, see an International Student Advisor immediately for advice and assistance.
Your confirmation of enrollment letter from SFU will indicate your expected date of program completion. You may ask for an additional 90 days, or three month “bridging extension” if you intend to apply for a
How can I extend my study permit?
There are two options for extending your study permit:
1.Apply online
Step 1. Create a Personal Checklist Code by answering the questions in the Come to Canada wizard at
Step 2. Apply online at
Scan and upload all supporting documentation (see below). Supporting documents should be current and original (unless it clearly states photocopies are acceptable). Refer to your online checklist for acceptable file formats.
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Application form |
Application to Change Conditions, Extend My Stay or Remain in |
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Canada as a Student [IMM 5709] |
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→ Once completed, click on the “Validate” button. This will |
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your application, you must include this page which contains |
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your unique barcodes. |
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your application later in the online process. |
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Proof of means of financial |
Proof of sufficient financial support in Canada, totaling at least |
* Graduate students may request a letter |
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$10,000 CAD |
from their department should they wish to |
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→ Refer to your online checklist for examples of acceptable |
include proof of financial support i.e. TAship |
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Documentation. |
or RAship. |
Passport or travel document |
Scanned copies of all relevant passport pages |
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Digital photo |
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Letter of acceptance |
1) Official current SFU confirmation of enrollment (COE) |
* Scan these documents together. Open and |
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check your official transcript. |
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→ Download the COE from your Student Information |
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System account. |
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in the last two terms, you must include |
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2) Official current transcripts which include your last two |
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official transcripts from that institution as |
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terms of studies |
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Student Information System. |
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Fee |
The current fee for a study permit renewal is $125 CAD. You |
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must pay online using a credit card. |
American Express. |
2.Apply by mail
Step 1. Download the required forms from
Step 2. Complete the forms, and mail them along with the necessary supporting documents (see next page) in a 23 cm x 30.5 cm (9” x 12”) envelope to the address below. We strongly recommend that use a trackable method to mail in your application (Registered mail, Xpresspost or courier) and that you keep copies of all documents sent.
Do not include a prepaid return envelope with your application.
Citizenship and Immigration - Study Permit Case Processing Centre
The information in this document has been reviewed and endorsed by Dr. J. Greenholtz, Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) pursuant to section 91 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. This is not a legal document and information may change without notice. Always refer to www.cic.gc.ca for the most updated information. This document was last updated on June 27, 2013.
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Document Checklist |
Document Checklist (IMM 5555) |
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your app. package. |
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* You may complete this form by |
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hand. |
Application Form |
Application to Change Conditions, Extend My Stay or Remain in Canada as a |
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Student [IMM 5709] |
electronically (not by hand). |
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→ Once completed, click on the “Validate” button before printing. This will |
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generate a series of barcodes on page 5. When submitting your application, |
on your study permit is your UCI. |
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you must include this page which contains your unique barcodes. Print your |
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completed form, sign and date the application (by hand) in the space |
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provided on page 5 |
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Fee receipt |
The current fee for a study permit renewal is $125 CAD. You have two payment |
* IMM 5401 (pink receipt form) |
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can be obtained at International |
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Services for Students (ISS) or |
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2) Pay at a Bank via form IMM5401 (“Copy 2” - the middle portion of the stamped |
order one directly from CIC. |
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pink form) |
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Photocopies of Passport |
Photocopies of all relevant passport pages |
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Proof of funds available |
Proof of sufficient financial support in Canada, totaling at least $10,000 CAD. |
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a letter from their department |
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current official bank statements |
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proof of scholarship or employment |
of financial support i.e. TAship or |
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letter of financial support from family members along with their |
RAship. |
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official bank statements |
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Proof of academic standing |
1) Official current SFU confirmation of enrollment (COE) letter |
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at institution(s) |
→ Download the COE from your Student Information |
institution in the last two terms, |
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System (SIS) account. |
you must include official |
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2) Official current transcripts which include your last two terms of studies |
transcripts from that institution |
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→ SFU transcripts may be requested online through the SIS. |
as well. |
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Other documents as per your situation may be required (e.g. marriage certificate, family members’ documentation,
letter from academic advisor, etc.) If applying online, you will need to scan these documents within available checklist items.
How long will it take to extend my study permit?
Processing times depend on how busy the CIC Case Processing Centre in Alberta is at the time you apply. For updated processing times, please visit the CIC website at: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/times/temp.asp
Can I apply for my
Yes. If you have been accepted into the
If you are applying for an
When should I consult an International Student Advisor about extending my study permit?
•If you are a new student at SFU
•If your status at SFU has changed (e.g. conditionally admitted, academic probation, required to withdraw, exchange student extending stay in Canada, graduating etc…)
•If your study permit has expired or is almost expired
•If your study permit does not authorize you to study at the
•If your passport is expiring
•If you are planning a trip outside of the country in the next few months
•If you plan to travel and your study permit is about to expire in less than 90 days, you should renew your study permit from WITHIN Canada before you leave.
What if I am transferring to/from SFU to/from another
Students can transfer between programs of study and institutions without applying for a change to the conditions of their study permit. If your study permit only allows you to study at the secondary school level, you must change conditions prior to commencing studies at university.
The information in this document has been reviewed and endorsed by Dr. J. Greenholtz, Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) pursuant to section 91 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. This is not a legal document and information may change without notice. Always refer to www.cic.gc.ca for the most updated information. This document was last updated on June 27, 2013.
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