VISITOR VISA

Travel to Canada as a tourist

electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

If you’re planning to travel to Canada, a visa is generally required. However, citizens from select visa-exempt countries only need an eTA to travel to Canada.

When you apply for an eTA, it will be automatically linked to your passport. The eTA is valid for up to 5 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, be sure to apply for a new eTA.

With a valid eTA, you can visit Canada as often as you like and typically stay as a tourist for up to 6 months.

You’re looking to work or study in Canada? You’ll need a work permit or study permit to get started on your journey. 

Temporary Resident Visa

A visitor visa, also known as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), is an immigration document that permits foreign nationals to travel to and enter Canada. If you’re not from a visa-exempt country, you’ll need a visitor visa to enter Canada, whether you’re visiting for tourism, coming as a temporary worker, or arriving as a student.

Former Permanent Residents of Canada

Canadian Permanent Residents are not permitted to apply for a visitor visa, even if their permanent resident card has expired. They must instead apply for a permanten resident travel document OR voluntary renounce there PR status.

In many cases, a Canadian permanent resident status (PR) will not automatically expire. Even if you have not lived in Canada for several years, your PR status may still be in the system. If this is the case, but you are not in the possession of a valid permanent resident card, there are two options:

  • Apply for a ‘PR Travel Document’, or;
  • Voluntary renounce your permanent resident status to be able to apply for an eTA

Visa4you is here to help you with your visa application, as well as assist you if you need to renounce your PR status. Contact us today to explore the best options available for your situation!