Canada Tourist Visa (Visitor Visa / TRV) – Checklist & Guide

Planning to visit Canada for tourism, family visits, or short-term travel? The Canada Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa – TRV) allows you to enter Canada for up to 6 months per visit.

Here’s everything you need to know before applying:

📌 General Requirements

• Valid residence permit (valid beyond your intended return date).

• Completed IMM 5257 Application Form (Visitor Visa form).

• Valid passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended travel).

• Recent passport-sized photographs (Canadian visa photo specifications).

• Visa fee payment receipt.

📂 Required Documents

1. IMM 5257 Form (Application for Visitor Visa) – fully completed and signed.

2. Passport – valid + copies of all pages with stamps/visas.

3. Residence Permit – valid permit (original + copy).

4. Visa Fee Receipt – proof of online payment.

5. Proof of Funds – recent bank statements (last 3–6 months), payslips, or sponsorship letter.

6. Proof of Employment/Study:

   • If employed: employer letter confirming job role, salary, and approved leave.

   • If self-employed: business registration documents and tax returns.

   • If a student: official letter from school/university.

7. Travel Itinerary – flight reservations and travel plans.

8. Proof of Accommodation – hotel bookings or invitation letter from host in Canada.

9. Invitation Letter (if applicable) – from family/friends in Canada, with proof of their legal status.

10. Ties to your home country or country of residence – tenancy agreements, property ownership, employment contract, or family commitments to show intent to return.

11. Cover Letter – explaining purpose of travel, planned itinerary, and duration of stay.

💰 Visa Fees

• Visitor Visa (single or multiple entry): $100 CAD per person

• Biometrics Fee: $85 CAD per person
  (Fees are non-refundable and must be paid online.)

⏳ Processing Time

• Average processing: 2–8 weeks, depending on embassy/consulate workload.

• Biometrics appointment is required before final processing.

• Apply at least 2–3 months before travel to allow for sufficient time.

🔑 Key Notes

• Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) are mandatory for most applicants.

• Strong financial proof and evidence of ties to your home/resident country increase approval chances.

• Each applicant, including children, must complete a separate application.

• Multiple-entry visas are commonly issued, valid up to the passport’s expiry date.

🤝 Our Services – How We Help You

We provide complete Canada Visitor Visa support, making your application simple and stress-free:

• ✅ Appointment Scheduling – including biometrics appointment bookings.

• ✅ Form Support (IMM 5257) – professional guidance in completing the Canadian application form.

• ✅ Document Preparation – help with organizing required supporting documents.

• ✅ Hotel & Flight Reservations – generating necessary bookings for application purposes.

• ✅ Travel Insurance Assistance – arranging valid travel insurance if required.

• ✅ Tailored Advice – expert guidance on proving financial capacity, ties to the UK/Ireland, and supporting documents.

• ✅ Step-by-Step Support – from application submission to biometrics, we guide you through the entire process.

📲 Ready to Apply?

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