Visitor Visa / Super Visa
Visitor Visa Eligibility
A visitor visa is required various purposes of visit such as, if you plan to visit your family or friends in Canada, visit for vacation or visit for business purposes. This type of visa is also known as TRV (Temporary Resident Visa) and it is stamped on your passport.
At first, check if you need a visitor visa to come to Canada for temporarily, as some of the foreign nationals coming from specified countries may not require obtaining a TRV.
A foreign national can stay in Canada for up to 6 months on a visitor visa, unless extended.
There are certain factors that will determine the eligibility to obtain temporary visa, such as legitimate purpose of visit, financial status and health status.
Documents Required
There are documents that an applicant must gather before applying for a visitor visa. You may need more documents, depending upon your specific situation.
Additional Conditions
You must
Not be charged of a serious offence
Agree that you will leave the country at the end of your stay or before your visa expires
Prove that you do not intend to study or work in Canada
Undergo a complete medical examination
Must Know Points
A temporary visitor’s visa is not offered on arrival in Canada. The visitors must obtain it before travelling to Canada.
This visa doesn’t allow applicants to study or work or undertake any profession in the country
The visitors are allowed to explore Canadian landscape or other purposes for which the visa is granted
Super Visa:
The Super Visa allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to visit Canada for extended periods. Here are the key eligibility requirements for a Super Visa:
A Super Visa allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years per visit, with the possibility of multiple entries for up to 10 years.
Eligibility for the Super Visa depends on several factors, including:
1. Genuine Purpose of Visit
You must demonstrate the reason for your visit is legitimate and temporary, such as spending time with family.
2. Financial Support
Your child or grandchild must meet the Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) and provide a letter of invitation committing to your financial support during your stay.
3. Medical Insurance
You must provide proof of private medical insurance from a Canadian company, valid for at least 1 year with coverage of at least $100,000 for health care, hospitalization, and repatriation.
4. Health Status
You may need to undergo a medical exam to confirm that you are admissible to Canada based on health grounds.
These factors ensure that Super Visa applicants have proper financial support and health coverage during their stay in Canada.
Documents Required for Super Visa Application:
There are several essential documents an applicant must gather before applying for a Super Visa. You may need additional documents depending on your specific situation.
Additional Conditions for Super Visa
You must
Not have been convicted of any serious offense.
Agree that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay or before your Super Visa expires.
Prove that you do not intend to study or work during your stay in Canada.
Undergo a complete medical examination to ensure you’re admissible to Canada on health grounds.
Must-Know Points for the Super Visa
A Super Visa is not granted on arrival in Canada. You must apply and obtain it before traveling.
The Super Visa does not allow applicants to study or work or engage in any professional activities in Canada.
Super Visa holders are allowed to visit family members and stay for up to 5 years per visit, and enjoy extended time exploring Canada or spending time with loved ones.