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Complete Guide to Canada’s Visitor Visa Process

August 26, 20252 min read

Canada welcomes millions of visitors each year, from tourists exploring its natural beauty to individuals visiting friends and family. If you’re planning a short-term stay in Canada, you’ll likely need a Visitor Visa (also known as a Temporary Resident Visa or TRV).

A visitor visa allows you to enter Canada for purposes such as tourism, visiting relatives, or attending business meetings. Generally, this visa permits a stay of up to six months per entry, although the final duration is determined by the border officer upon arrival. For many, this is the first step to experiencing Canadian culture, landmarks, and opportunities.

The application process begins with proving your intent to return home after your visit. Immigration officers carefully review each application to ensure that applicants are genuine visitors. You’ll need to demonstrate financial stability, travel history, and ties to your home country (such as employment, family, or property). A valid passport, recent photographs, and biometrics are mandatory parts of the application.

In some cases, applicants may also need to provide a letter of invitation from a friend, family member, or business associate in Canada. While not always required, it can strengthen your application by confirming your reason for travel and details of your stay.

It’s also important to know that while a visitor visa allows you to study or attend short-term courses of up to six months, it does not permit long-term study or work. If your goal includes education or employment, you’ll need to apply for the appropriate permits.

At Ramachandran Law, we work closely with clients to prepare visitor visa applications that are clear, complete, and convincing. By addressing the common reasons for refusals—such as insufficient financial proof or weak ties to the home country—we help maximize the chances of approval so you can enjoy a smooth visit to Canada.

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