A Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), also referred to as a visitor visa or Canada Tourist visa. Canada Visitor Visa is an official document issued by a Canadian visa office that is placed in your passport to show that you have met the requirements for admission to Canada as a temporary resident.
Basic Requirements
There are a number for basic requirements for a Canadian visitor visa. This requirements include:
- A valid passport or any other travel document with a validity of at least 6 months
- You must be in good health
- There are no criminal or immigration-related convictions
- prove that you have ties such as a job, home, financial assets or family that prove you will be returning to your home country
- Convince the Canada visa officer that you have reasons to get back to your home country and that you would return on the completion of your purpose.
- You are financially sound to support your travels to and within Canada
- If it is your business trip, documents supporting invites, appointments and business purpose.
- Medical insurance documents are essential if you are travelling to avail of any medical treatment in Canada
- If you are staying with a relative or a friend in Canada, an invitation with the supporting affidavit that confirms their ability to support you during your proposed travel
How Long Can a Visitor Stay in Canada
Most visitors get permission for a six-month stay from the day when they are entering Canada. If the officer authorizes a stay of fewer than six months, they will indicate in your passport the date by which you must leave Canada. If you want to stay longer than your authorized stay, you should apply for an extension at least 30 days before the authorized end of your stay.
Types of Visitor Visas
- Visit / Tourism
- Study
- Work
- Temporary Resident
Who Needs a Visitor Visa?
Visitors are persons who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada, and are legally authorized to enter Canada to:
- visit Canada on holiday (vacation),
- visit family,
- conduct business, etc.
- Visitors are restricted in length of stay and subject to various conditions.
Study as a Path to Permanent Residency
Many international students in Canada finish their studies with the hopes of obtaining work and remaining in Canada permanently. In certain Express Entry categories, students may be eligible for permanent residence without any work experience. Often though, students will apply for work and then a work visa to stay temporarily. After having gained academic and work experience in Canada, they may have more options to apply for Canadian permanent residency.