Sudanese nationals in Canada can extend their stay for free: minister
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This article was published 30/04/2023 (926 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
OTTAWA – The federal government says as of Sunday, Sudanese nationals can extend their stay in Canada as violence escalates in their home country.
Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced Saturday morning that effective April 30, Sudanese nationals in Canada can apply to extend their stay or change their status as a visitor, student or temporary worker for free.
The minister says this includes free open work permits so people can support themselves while in Canada.
The government stopped air evacuations of Canadians from Sudan on Saturday as safety conditions deteriorated after evacuating approximately 375 people.
The Sudanese capital of Khartoum has become the front line of a conflict between the country’s military commander and a powerful paramilitary group.
The government says it’s also waiving the requirement to hold a passport or travel document for approval of a permanent resident visa to come to Canada, as some applicants outside Canada may not have access to their Sudanese travel documents.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 30, 2023.
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