- TRP is submitted ONLY ON PAPER.
- TRP does not grant implied status, meaning you are not covered by a work or study status while your application is in process.
- TRP must be submitted in parallel with an application for a work or study permit.
- TRP cannot be easily canceled or switched to a regular work permit. While technically possible, it is extremely difficult in practice.
- TRP is an acknowledgment of inadmissibility for all regular immigration streams, and having one requires you to include a detailed explanation letter every time you renew it or apply for permanent residency programs.
- TRP can only be renewed on paper.
- TRP is granted based on humanitarian factors, making the application process complex and expensive.
- TRP processing takes an average of 6–8 months.
- You cannot apply for TRP in advance while you still have status—your application will be denied!
This is a very complex status. I have uploaded a detailed video on my channels where I explain what to pay attention to, how to protect yourself with TRP status, and discuss the possibility of obtaining permanent residency if you are on TRP.
Oleksandra Melnykova, Immigration and Refugee Consultant in Canada.
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