A Temporary
Resident Permit (TRP) is designed to allow an otherwise inadmissible person
to enter or remain in Canada temporarily.
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Key points:
● TRPs are for foreign nationals.
● TRPs are discretionary.
● TRPs do not permanently fix inadmissibility.
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TRP plus
work permit: if someone
holds a TRP valid for 6 months or more, they may enter Canada as long as
their work permit is approved in writing
but it has not been issued.
Source: IRPR
s. 199(d)
Call A&M
Canadian Immigration Law Corporation: (204) 442-2786
If you must travel soon and
inadmissibility is an issue, a TRP strategy may possibly allow you depending on
timing and documents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No—TRPs are discretionary and depend on the officer’s assessment.
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