Temporary Resident Visa

he following information has been compiled from Canadian Government Sources, namely the Department of Citizenship and Immigration.

Every person wishing to enter Canada on a temporary basis must obtain a Temporary Resident Visa. A Temporary Resident Visa allows the holder to enter Canada within the time allowed for the visit.

A Temporary Resident Visa may be obtained at any Canadian Embassy, Canadian Consulate or Canadian High Commission (herein after referred to as Visa Office) in your country. Persons wishing to obtain a Temporary Resident Visa are requested to contact a Canadian Government Visa Office or visit in person the said Visa Office and obtain an application form. This application form once completed can be mailed or dropped off in person at the Visa Office. As well, an application form can be completed in person at the Visa Office.

Processing of Temporary Resident Visas is done somewhat rapidly, however, applicants are advised to apply well in advance of their planed departure for Canada.

Persons wishing to visit Canada may apply for a single entry or multiple entry, allowing the holder of a multiple entry visa to enter Canada as often as he or she wishes during the validity of the visa.

To qualify for a Temporary Resident Visa individuals must abide by the following requirements:

• satisfy a Canadian Visa Officer that their intended stay in Canada is temporary. This can be demonstrated by producing a return air plane ticket and demonstrating strong ties to family, employment, ownership of a business and/or schooling back in your home country;
• have enough money to support yourself and your family, if applicable, during your stay in Canada;
• have no intention to undertake studies or employment opportunities during your visit to Canada;
• demonstrate to the Visa Officer that you will be returning home after your studies;
• be in good physical health;
• you have not been convicted for criminal activity, and are not a security risk for Canada; and
• pay the requisite Canadian Government Fee (Single entry Cdn $75; Multiple entry Cdn $150);

Please note that your spouse and children, if applicable, can accompany you to Canada on your Temporary Resident Visa.

The following are the typical documents requested in support of your application:

1. Passport or travel documents issued by the national government of your residence;
2. 2 passport sized photographs of yourself; and
3. Proof of financial support (photocopy of bank statement) for yourself and accompanying family members, if applicable.

Note, a Canadian Government Visa Officer, upon review of your application, will decide if an interview or medical examination will be required.

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