Legal Question in Immigration Law in Canada

renewin or getting a new visa

my friend she went to canada on a six month visa from sweden and it expired less then 2 months ago is there any way she can get that fixed without having to return to sweden or could she get another visa for a different country without going back or even a green card if so how would she go about it


Asked on 5/18/09, 1:32 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Eric Fisher Law Office of Eric A. Fisher. LLC

Re: renewin or getting a new visa

Under US law, once a nonimmigrant visa expires the visitor cannot obtain an extension or new visa without returning home. I don't think Canada is any more liberal, but don't know for sure.

Under US law, if the visitor stays longer than 6 months past the end date of his I-94 card, he can be denied entry to the US for at least 3 years.

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Answered on 5/18/09, 2:07 pm
Daniel Hanlon Hanlon Law Group, P.C.

Re: renewin or getting a new visa

Dear Inquirer:

Your friend needs to consult with an immigration attorney in the US to discuss all of her possible options to work and or/remain permanently in the US. She most likely would need to retun to Sweden before attempting to enter the US as a tourist, as the DHS would see that she has already been away from home for several months and violated her status in Canada.

I recommend that you email [email protected] or visit www.hanlonlawgroup.com if you would like to schedule an appointment for a confidential consultation to discuss this matter further.

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Answered on 5/18/09, 7:25 pm


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