Temporary Resident (Visitor) Visa

Canada is open to visitors from around the world and welcomes thousands of visitors every year. Visitors to Canada are required to obtain permission from the government of Canada before they travel to the country. For non- visa exempt countries, this means obtaining a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) commonly known as Visitor Visa before arriving to Canada.

Holding a TRV doesn’t guarantee entry to Canada. The admission of foreign nationals to Canada as temporary residents is a privilege, not a right. TRVs may be for single entry or multiple entry. As a general rule, tourists are admitted for a period of six months. Temporary foreign workers and international students are admitted for varying periods of time, as determined on a case-by-case basis. Extensions may be applied for from within Canada.

Citizens of visa-exempt countries intending to travel to Canada by air are expected to have applied for an obtained an electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before their arrival to Canada.

To Qualify for TRV, applicant must:

Show the visa officer that they meet the requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations and that they will be in Canada for a temporary stay.

 

  • satisfy an officer that they will return to their home country at the end of their stay;
  • prove they have sufficient money to maintain themselves and their family members in Canada and to return home;
  • do not intend to work or study in Canada unless allowed to do so;
  • be law abiding and have no criminal activity record;
  • be of no risk to the security of Canada;
  • provide any additional document asked by the officer to determine their admissibility;
  • be in good health (pass a medical examination, if requested).

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FAQ

How long is a visitor visa good?

If you are permitted to enter Canada on a visitor visa, the officer at the border may allow you to stay for up to six months if you wish to do so.

What is the difference between a tourist and a visitor visa?

There is no difference between a tourist visa and a visitor visa to Canada! A tourist visa is usually issued for sightseeing. A visitor visa, on the other hand, is a visa that can be used for a variety of reasons, such as short-term business meetings or medical treatment.

How to apply visitor visa?

Applicants who need a visitor visa to enter Canada must perform the following steps to apply: Before applying for a guest visa, check eligibility. Get the documentation that proves you fit the requirements for a visitor visa. Apply online now. Pay your fees and upload your documents. Provide your biometrics Now you must wait for your visa application to be granted.

Will my visitor visa be approved?

Although applying for a visiting visa is easy, getting one is difficult. If your paperwork is in order, you should have your visitor visa approved within 15 days. A business visa takes between 1 and 6 weeks to process. The processing time for a temporary residence visa application is 16–20 days.

How much does a visitor visa cost?

The application fee for a Canada Visitor Visa is CAD$100 per person. You will be charged an extra CAD$85 if you are required to provide biometrics. So for this visa, the total application fee is CAD$185.

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