Canada Visitor Visa

Overview

Most travelers need a visitor visa to travel to Canada. A visitor visa (also called a temporary resident visa) is an official document that Canadian embassy put in your passport. It shows that you meet the requirements needed to travel to Canada.

You can apply online or on paper (in specific situations) for:

• visitor visas (also known as temporary resident visas)

Who can get a visa?

You must meet some basic requirements to get a visitor visa.

You must:

• have a valid travel document, like a passport
• be in good health
• have no criminal or immigration-related convictions
• convince an immigration officer that you have ties—such as a job, home, financial assets or family—that will take you back to your home country
• convince an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit
• have enough money for your stay
• The amount of money you will need depends on how long you will stay and if you will stay in a hotel, or with friends or relatives.

You may also need a medical exam and letter of invitation from someone who lives in Canada.

Check the list of documents you need based on your situation.

How to apply

The reason you’re traveling to Canada determines the way you apply and the documents you need to submit with your visa application.