Tourist Visa for Canada

Canada offers different types of tourist visas based on the purpose and duration of your visit. Here are the main categories:

1. 1. 1. Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa – TRV)

This is the most common visa for tourists visiting Canada for a short stay, typically for sightseeing, visiting family, or attending business meetings.

• • • Single-Entry Visa: Allows you to enter Canada only once during the validity of the visa. After you leave, you will need to reapply if you want to return to Canada.
    • Multiple-Entry Visa: Allows you to enter and exit Canada multiple times during the visa’s validity period, which can be up to 10 years, or until your passport expires.

1. 1. 2. Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

An eTA is required for visa-exempt foreign nationals traveling to Canada by air. It is linked to your passport and is valid for up to five years or until your passport expires. However, if you are traveling to Canada by land or sea, you will need a regular visitor visa.

• • • Eligibility: Citizens from visa-exempt countries (e.g., the United Kingdom, Australia, and most European countries) require an eTA before boarding their flight to Canada.

1. 1. 3. Super Visa

The Super Visa is specifically for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. It allows for extended stays in Canada for up to 5 years at a time without the need to renew their status.

• • • Eligibility: Applicants must be the parents or grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents and meet additional requirements, such as proof of financial support from their child or grandchild in Canada.

Eligibility Criteria

General Requirements for a Canada Tourist Visa:

• • • Valid Passport: Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Canada.
    • Purpose of Visit: Clearly state your purpose for visiting Canada (tourism, visiting family, attending business meetings, etc.).
    • Proof of Financial Support: Demonstrate that you have enough funds to cover your stay in Canada, including accommodation and return travel.
    • Ties to Home Country: Prove that you have strong ties to your home country (e.g., job, property, family) and that you will return after your visit.
    • Clean Criminal Record: A police clearance certificate may be required to show that you have no criminal history.
    • Health: In some cases, you may need to undergo a medical examination.
    • Invitation Letter: If you’re visiting family or friends in Canada, you may need an invitation letter from your host, confirming your accommodation and travel plans.

Application Process

Step 1: Consultation and Eligibility Assessment

• • • Contact Real Gateway of Migration: We assess your profile to determine the right tourist visa for you and explain all the necessary requirements.

Step 2: Gather Required Documents

• • • Required Documents:
      • Valid passport.
      • Proof of financial means (e.g., bank statements, pay slips).
      • Travel itinerary, including accommodation details.
      • Purpose of visit (tourism, family visit, etc.).
      • Invitation letter (if applicable).
      • Medical exam (if required).
      • Proof of ties to your home country (e.g., employment, property documents).

Step 3: Submit Your Application

• • • Online or Paper Application: We assist you in completing and submitting your tourist visa application online through the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) portal or via a paper application.
    • Biometrics: Attend a biometrics appointment at the nearest Visa Application Centre (VAC) to provide fingerprints and photographs.
    • Pay Fees: Pay the visa application fee and the biometrics fee, if applicable.

Step 4: Application Processing

• • • Processing Time: Processing times vary based on your country of residence but generally range from a few weeks to a few months.
    • Updates: We keep you informed throughout the process and manage any additional requests from Canadian immigration authorities.

Step 5: Receive Visa Decision

• • • Visa Grant: Once your visa is approved, you will receive a visa stamp (if applying for a TRV) or an eTA approval email.
    • Travel to Canada: Present your visa or eTA, along with other supporting documents, at the border when entering Canada.