How to get the Canada Visitor Visa?

The Canada Visitor Visa is also known as the Temporary Resident Visa and it   helps to get the  entry into Canada for various purposes like tourism, family visits, or other temporary stays. To get  this visa, travelers usually apply unless they're from countries eligible for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) or are exempt altogether.

What are the eligibility requirements for the Canada Visitor Visa?

The Eligibility for the Canada Tourist Visa hinges on meeting specific criteria  which includes

• Applicants must furnish various documents such as financial statements, travel itineraries, invitation letters (if visiting family), proof of relationship, employment/education status, and a declaration letter. 
• All non-English or French documents must be translated.
• The application process involves confirming eligibility, completing required documents, submitting the application

The failure to meet the eligibility can result in the rejection of the application.  The Ineligibility might necessitate obtaining a Temporary Resident Permit for entry. It can be a long process waiting for processing (which can range from 8 to 40 days), and sending the passport for stamping. The processing time varies based on the applicant's country of residence.

What is the cost of getting the Canada Visitor Visa?

Financially the application fee for the Canada Visitor Visa is CAD$100 per person and there is also an additional  cost of CAD$85 for biometric which brings the  total to  CAD$185.  In such a case there is also an additional passport processing costs  of approximately CAD$45.

There is no access to government benefits when an applicant goes to Canada on a Visitor visa and Dependents like spouse and children can accompany you but there is a separate applications and fees requirements for each person and when applying for dependent it is better  to apply together to be processed as a family unit.

For how long is the Canada visitor visa valid?

The validity of the Canada Tourist Visa varies case by case. It can be aligned with the intended duration of the visit or until the passport's expiry. However, regardless of validity, visitors are not permitted to stay for more than six consecutive months. After six months, they must return to their home country for a period before re-entry. The Canada Visitor Visa serves as a gateway for temporary stays in Canada, facilitating tourism, family visits, and other short-term endeavors. With a Canada Tourist visa, explore for up to 6 months, maintaining financial stability. However, permanent residency, work, or study is prohibited.