A Canada Visitor Visa, also known as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), is an official document placed in your passport that allows eligible travellers to seek entry to Canada for a temporary visit.
Visitors may travel to Canada for tourism, visiting family or friends, business activities, or other permitted temporary purposes. A visa does not guarantee entry. The border services officer makes the final decision when you arrive in Canada.
At Garcha Immigration, we help applicants understand visitor visa requirements, prepare supporting documents, and navigate the application process.
Applicants generally need to demonstrate that they:
Provide a valid passport or eligible travel document for your trip.
Show that you can financially support yourself during your visit.
Explain your reason for visiting Canada with supporting evidence.
Demonstrate strong reasons to return home after your visit.
We review your travel purpose, personal circumstances, and eligibility.
Prepare financial, employment, travel, family, and other supporting documents.
Complete and submit your visitor visa application through the appropriate IRCC process.
Complete biometrics when required and respond to any additional requests from IRCC.
Spend meaningful time with family and friends living in Canada.
Explore Canada's cities, landscapes, attractions, and cultural experiences.
Attend eligible meetings, events, conferences, or business activities.
Travel to Canada for permitted family or personal occasions.
A Canada Visitor Visa, or Temporary Resident Visa, is an official document that allows eligible travellers to seek entry to Canada for a temporary visit.
Most applicants apply online through the IRCC Portal and submit the required documents, fees, and biometrics when applicable.
The current visitor visa processing fee is CAN$100 per applicant. A biometrics fee may also apply depending on the applicant.
Most visitors can stay for up to 6 months, although the border services officer can authorize a different period.
Requirements vary by situation but can include a valid passport, proof of funds, travel details, supporting evidence, and other documents listed in your personalized IRCC checklist.
You should demonstrate that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay. The amount required depends on factors such as your length of stay and accommodation arrangements.
Yes. Visiting family or friends is a common temporary travel purpose, provided you meet the applicable visitor visa requirements.
A visitor visa does not itself authorize you to work in Canada. Business visitors may participate in permitted business activities without entering the Canadian labour market.
If you want to stay longer than your authorized period, you can generally apply for a visitor record before your current status expires.
No. A visitor visa allows you to travel to Canada and seek entry. The border services officer makes the final decision at the port of entry.