What is “flagpoling”? An example of flagpoling is simply crossing the border to the USA, and returning to Canada to extend your visitor status.
Several years ago, there was a story in the local newspaper about a couple on central Vancouver Island who thought that they could simply live in British Columbia as visitors all year round. They had been told that simply crossing the border and returning would allow them to extend their status for another six months.
Many people assume that if they simply leave and return, they will be allowed entry without any further questions. In fact, it is up to the immigration officer to decide whether the intention is permanent or not.
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