A visitor visa, also known as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), is a vital document for foreign nationals planning to enter Canada. Whether you’re a student, temporary worker, or visitor, unless you’re from a visa-exempt country, a visitor visa is necessary.

Getting Started In Canada, there are two types of visitor visas: single entry and multiple entry visas.

• Single Entry Visa: Allows one-time entry into Canada.
• Multiple Entry Visa: Permits multiple entries and exits within the visa’s validity period.

Applicants are typically considered for multiple entry visas and receive single entry visas only in specific cases. Multiple entry visas allow stays of up to six months per visit and can be valid for up to 10 years, as determined by the issuing visa officer.

Who Needs a Visitor Visa?
Anyone who is not a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or visa-exempt individual requires a visitor visa. Canadian permanent residents need a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) instead of a visitor visa.

Visa-Exempt Countries
Certain countries have agreements with Canada, exempting their citizens from visitor visas for stays up to six months. Visitors from these countries may need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) if arriving by air.

How to Apply
Applying for a visitor visa involves online, paper, or in-person submissions at a Visa Application Center (VAC). Biometric information may be required depending on citizenship. Extensions are possible before the visa expires, allowing legal stays beyond six months.

Why Visas Get Denied
Common reasons for visa denials include incomplete documentation, financial instability, criminal records, health issues, unclear travel plans, weak ties to home countries, past travel problems, misrepresentation, overstays, or illegal status.

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