Visitor Visa
Visitor Visa
A visitor visa, also known as a temporary resident visa, is an official document that allows you to travel to Canada for a limited period, primarily for tourism, visiting family or friends, or business activities. The temporary resident visa shows that the visitor meets all the requirements needed to enter Canada as a temporary resident.
Duration of the Stay
Generally, visitors are allowed to stay in Canada for up to six months per visit. At the port of entry, the border officer will decide the duration of the authorized stay and will enter a date on your passport that you need to leave Canada. Additionally, they may issue you a document called a visitor record that has your department date on it.
If you wish to extend your stay in Canada as a visitor beyond six months, you must apply for an extension of your stay. For any permit, you should apply for an extension at least 30 days before your status expires.
Eligibility Requirements:
Here are the basic requirements and eligibility criteria for applying for a Visitor Visa to Canada:
- You must have a valid passport.
- You must clearly state the purpose of the visit.
- You must demonstrate strong ties to your home country, such as job, property ownership, family connections, or other commitments.
- You must show that you have sufficient money to cover your expenses.
- You must be in good health and not pose a security risk.
- You must not have any criminal or immigration-related convictions
- You must convince an immigration officer to depart Canada at the end of your authorized stay.
Inadmissibility
- Criminal inadmissibility
- Human or international rights violations
- Organized crime
- Security reasons
- Medical reasons
- Misrepresentation
Canada Visitor Visa Processing Time
The processing time for a Canadian visitor depends upon various factors, such as the country of residence, the number of applications and the visa office. For applicants applying from outside Canada, the processing time is around 29 days. Meanwhile, the processing time is shorter for those applying from inside Canada, averaging about 16 days. These processing times don’t include the time you need to give your biometrics.
Contact R2G Immigration Today!
Are you planning to spend your vacation in Canada? Contact us today for more information about a Canada Visitor Visa or Canada Tourist Visa.
R2G Immigration has the experience and knowledge to help you through your visitor visa process and make the experience hassle-free. Our consultants will thoroughly review your completed application to identify any errors and minimize the chances of rejection. If you’re unsure about your requirements, we can also help you with that.