VISITOR VISA (Temporary Resident Visa)
If you intend to visit Canada for a short-term reason, such as a vacation or visiting family and friends, you might require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), unless you come from a country that is exempt from the visa requirement. The TRV, also known as a visitor visa, is a document issued by a Canadian Immigration Visa Office located outside of Canada. It indicates that the holder has met the criteria for entry into Canada as a visitor.
Canada annually receives numerous temporary residents (non-immigrants) who come for various purposes. These include tourists exploring the country, such as those visiting for leisure or business, individuals visiting friends and family, and those who are considering permanent immigration.
Temporary Resident Visas (TRVs) can be issued as either single-entry or multiple-entry permits. Generally, tourists are granted a stay of six months.
Visitor visas permit foreign nationals to reside in Canada legally for a maximum of six months, with their legal status ending and requiring departure at the end of this period. However, If someone wishes to prolong their stay beyond six months, they must apply for an extension 30 days prior to the current status expiring. In the event that the current visa expires while the extension application is still under consideration, individuals can remain in Canada on an “implied status” while awaiting a decision.
We also provide services for parents and grandparents who would like to visit their children in Canada, under the “Parents and Grandparents super visa”, which is a a multiple-entry visa valid for 10 years.
