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Canadian Tourist Visa

Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)

Overview

The Canadian Visitor Visa (TRV) lets you enter Canada for tourism, visiting family or friends, or short business trips.

Eligibility Criteria

Hold a valid passport from a "visa-required" country (e.g., Bahamas, most Caribbean nations)
Demonstrate sufficient funds for your stay
Intend to leave Canada before visa expiry (show ties such as job, property, school enrolment)
Be admissible (no serious criminal convictions or immigration violations)

Required Documents

Passport (valid ≥ 6 months beyond planned entry, 1 blank page)
IMM 5257 application + family information form
Two photos (35 mm × 45 mm, neutral background)
Proof of funds (last 3 months bank statements or payslips)
Travel plan (flight reservation and hotel booking or invitation letter from Canadian host)
Employment / school letter (confirms approved leave and return prospects)
Biometrics receipt (after VAC appointment)
Previous visas/travel history copies (last 10 years)

Application Process

Online application

Create IRCC account and complete forms

Pay fees

CA $185 total (visa + biometrics)

Biometrics appointment

Attend any nearby VAC within 30 days

Document upload

Scans or PDFs via your IRCC portal

Wait for decision

Average 2-4 weeks once biometrics received

Passport request & stamping

Send passport to VAC or VFS hub; receive it back with visa vignette

Travel to Canada

Present passport and proof of funds to the CBSA officer

Frequently Asked Questions

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Quick Info

Processing Time

2-4 weeks (standard)

Max Stay

Up to 6 months per visit

Validity Period

Up to 10 years

Entry Type

Multiple Entry

Pricing

$560

Important Notes

•Government fees: CA $100 application + CA $85 biometrics ≈ US $135
•Rates converted at May 2025 exchange; family bundles available on request
•Optional: property deeds, marriage certificate, travel insurance

Processing Times

priority:10 calendar days (extra CA $595, where available)

standard:2-4 weeks after biometrics