A visitor visa (also known as a temporary resident visa) allows individuals to travel to Canada for short stays, typically for tourism, visiting family or friends, or business.

• • • Eligibility:
      • Both your parents or grandparents can be included in the same application if they are married or in a common-law relationship.
      • You need to show that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit and that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay.
      • You must not have any criminal convictions or pose a security risk.

An eTA is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals traveling to Canada by air. It is linked electronically to your passport.

• • • Eligibility:
      • You must be a citizen of a visa-exempt country.
      • You must not have any criminal convictions or immigration issues.

• • • Apply Before Your Current Status Expires:
      • Submit an application to extend your stay at least 30 days before your current permit or visa expires.

• • • Apply for a New Visa:
      • If you need to change your status (e.g., from visitor to worker or student), apply for the appropriate visa or permit online or by paper application.

The Super Visa allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years at a time.

• • • Eligibility:
      • You must be a parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
      • You must be outside Canada when you apply.
      • You need to demonstrate that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit and have sufficient funds.

The Super Visa allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years at a time.

• • • Business visitors generally need a visitor visa or an eTA, depending on their nationality.
    • Provide documents such as an invitation letter from a Canadian business, proof of business activities, and evidence of ties to your home country.

Transiting through Canada involves passing through Canadian territory en route to another destination.

• • • Documents Needed:
      • A valid transit visa or eTA, depending on your nationality. Proof of onward travel to another country.