Canada has updated its immigration application fees, effective December 1, 2024. Whether you’re applying to restore your status or addressing inadmissibility issues, these fee changes could impact your wallet. Let’s break it down.
Updated Fee Structure
Here’s a quick comparison of the new fees versus the previous ones:
- Authorization to Return to Canada: Now $479.75 (up from $459.55)
- Inadmissible on Criminality Grounds: $239.75 (previously $229.77)
- Serious Criminality Grounds: $1,199.00 (was $1,148.87)
- Restore Status as a Student: $389.75 (up from $379.00)
- Restore Status as a Visitor: $239.75 (was $229.00)
- Restore Status as a Worker: $394.75 (previously $384.00)
- Temporary Resident Permit: $239.75 (up from $229.77)
- International Experience Canada (IEC): $179.75 (previously $172.00)
The fee increases range from a modest $7 to over $50, depending on the application type.
What happens if you paid the old fee?
If you submit your application online before December 1, don’t worry—the new rates will not affect your payment. IRCC processes online applications instantly, so your payment is locked in.
For paper applications, it gets a bit tricky. If your application arrives at IRCC after the fee change, you may need to pay the difference. However, as long as you submitted a complete application with the old fee, IRCC won’t reject it outright. Instead, they’ll guide you on how to top up the fee difference.
Paying the difference
If IRCC requests the fee difference, here’s what to do:
- Calculate the difference between the old and new fees.
- Log into your IRCC account (or create one).
- Use the “make an additional payment” option on the online tool.
- Submit your receipt as instructed by IRCC.
It’s a straightforward process, but timely action is essential to avoid delays.
How Sangam Immigration Can Help
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