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Visa Type
Visa Type:
Visit Visa
Visa Type:
Tourist Visa
Canada Visa
The Canada Tourist and Visit Visa, officially known as the Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or Visitor Visa, allows foreign nationals to travel to Canada temporarily for tourism, family visits, or business purposes. Depending on nationality, travelers may need either a TRV or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).Visitor Visa (TRV) – required for nationals of countries not exempt from Canadian visa requirements
- eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) – a lighter entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals traveling by air, linked electronically to the passport
Common purposes covered under the Visitor Visa include:
- Tourism and leisure – sightseeing, vacations, and exploring Canada
- Visiting family or friends – attending weddings, celebrations, or spending time with relatives or friends residing in Canada
- Business visits – attending meetings, conferences, trade fairs, or negotiations (without entering the Canadian labor market)
- Short-term study – courses or programs lasting 6 months or less
- Medical treatment – receiving short-term private medical care in Canada
Key Features
- Can be issued as single-entry or multiple-entry, with multiple-entry being the most common
- Multiple-entry visas are generally valid for up to 10 years or until passport expiry, whichever comes first
- Each stay is typically authorized for up to 6 months, as determined by the border services officer at entry
- Does not permit paid employment or long-term studies leading to a degree
- Requires proof of strong ties to the home country
- Requires demonstration of sufficient funds to support the visit
Documents Typically Required
- Valid passport with sufficient validity for the intended stay
- Completed online or paper visitor visa application form
- Recent passport-sized photograph meeting Canadian visa photo requirements
- Proof of financial means (bank statements, sponsorship letters, employment income proof)
- Evidence of ties to the home country (employment letter, property documents, family ties)
- Travel itinerary, including flight and accommodation details
- Purpose-specific documents (invitation letters for family/business visits, event details, conference registration)
- Biometric information (fingerprints and photograph), required for most applicants
- Proof of previous travel history, if applicable
- Letter of explanation outlining the purpose and details of the visit
Who Needs This Visa?
Citizens of countries not on Canada's visa-exempt list must obtain a Visitor Visa (TRV) before traveling. Nationals from visa-exempt countries flying to Canada generally only need an eTA, while those arriving by land or sea may not need either, depending on nationality. Requirements vary, so confirming the correct entry document based on nationality and mode of travel is essential.
