Visitor Visas
Canadian Visitor Visas
1. Visitor Visa Overview
A Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa) allows individuals to visit Canada for short durations, typically for tourism, visiting family or friends, or conducting business activities.
Eligibility
You must demonstrate your intention to leave Canada at the end of your stay.
You must show proof of sufficient financial support for the duration of your visit.
You must have no criminal record and pose no security risk.
If married or in a common-law relationship, both parents or grandparents can be included in the same application.
2. Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
An eTA is required for visa-exempt foreign nationals traveling to Canada by air. It is electronically linked to your passport.
Eligibility:
You must be a citizen of a visa-exempt country.
You must not have a criminal record or immigration
violations.
3. Extending Your Stay in Canada
If you wish to remain in Canada beyond your authorized stay:
Apply at least 30 days before your current visa or permit expires.
Submit an application to extend your visitor status online or
by paper.
4. Switching Status – From Visitor to Worker or Student
Apply for the appropriate work permit or study permit before your current status expires.
5. Super Visa – For Parents and Grandparents
The Super Visa enables parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years per visit.
Eligibility:
Must be the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
Must apply from outside Canada.
Must demonstrate the intent to leave Canada at the end of the visit and have adequate financial support.
6. Business Visitors
Business visitors may require either a Visitor Visa or an eTA, depending on their nationality. Document Requirements is below:
Invitation letter from a Canadian business.
Proof of business activities and purpose of the trip.
Evidence of strong ties to your home country.
7. Transit Through Canada
If you are transiting through Canada en route to another country, you may require a transit visa or an eTA. Document Requirements is below:
Valid transit visa or eTA (based on your nationality).
Proof of onward travel to a third country.
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