Visitor Visa

Visiting Canada: Canada welcomes you as a tourist, student or temporary worker. Every year, more than 5 million people visit Canada to enjoy the many opportunities our country has to offer. The expanse of Canada's natural beauty, from mountains and glaciers to secluded lakes and forests, is almost unparalleled worldwide. But Canada's allure is not just the great outdoors, Canada has cosmopolitan cities that are clean, safe, friendly and multicultural. In fact, Canada repeatedly is lauded as one of the world's most livable countries. Whether your interests are river rafting or live theater, Canada won’t disappoint.

Depending on where you live, and the reason for your visit, you will need to meet certain entry requirements. In some cases, if you plan to stay in Canada for a certain period of time, you will need a Temporary Resident Visa. If you plan to visit Canada, you must:

• - have a valid travel document, such as a passport
• - be in good health
• - satisfy an immigration officer that you have ties, such as a job, home and family,   that will take you back to your country of origin
• - satisfy an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit and
• - have enough money for your stay. The amount of money you will need can vary with the circumstances of the visit, how long you will stay and whether you will stay in a hotel or with friends or relatives. For more information, ask the Canadian visa office in your country or region.

You may also need:

• - a Temporary Resident Visa, depending on your citizenship
• - a medical examination and
• - a letter of invitation from someone who lives in Canada.

For all Temporary Resident Visa applicants (Visitors, Business Visitors, Transit, Seamen and Religious Workers) please check ;<<requirements/checklist.>>