Canada Visitor Visa
Temporary Resident Visa requirements for visiting Canada, common refusal reasons, extensions and how to prepare a well-supported visitor application.
A visitor visa, or Temporary Resident Visa, allows eligible foreign nationals to enter Canada temporarily for tourism, family visits or business. Applicants must satisfy an officer they will leave at the end of their authorised stay and have sufficient funds and ties to their home country.
Key facts
| Also called | Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism, family visits, business visits |
| Key test | Temporary intent, funds, ties |
| Duration | Determined at the port of entry |
Who may qualify?
- Travellers with a clear purpose of visit
- Applicants with sufficient funds and home-country ties
- Family members visiting relatives in Canada
Eligibility requirements
- Valid travel document
- Proof of funds
- Evidence of ties to your home country
- Admissibility (medical, criminality, security)
How it works: step by step
- 1
Define the visit
Set clear dates, purpose and itinerary.
- 2
Assemble evidence
Prepare financial, employment and family documentation.
- 3
Apply
Submit the application and biometrics.
Expert insight
Visitor applications are decided quickly and on documents alone. A concise, consistent package explaining purpose, funding and return plans is far more persuasive than volume.
Alternative pathways
Frequently asked questions
Immigration programs, fees and processing times change frequently. This page is general information, not immigration advice. Verify current requirements with official Government of Canada sources or speak with our RCIC.