Visiting Canada Temporarily

Canada welcomes millions of visitors each year for tourism, business, and family visits. To enter Canada temporarily, most travelers need a visitor visa (temporary resident visa) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). This guide provides detailed information on the various types of visitor visas, eligibility requirements, the application process, and more.

Canada offers various visitor visas, or Temporary Resident Visas (TRVs), for those looking to visit the country for tourism, family visits, or business purposes. Understanding the different types and requirements can help streamline your application process.

The Super Visa is a special type of multiple-entry visa designed for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents. It allows longer stays without frequent renewals.

A business visitor visa allows individuals to come to Canada for short-term business activities without entering the labor market.

Citizens from visa-exempt countries need an eTA to fly to or transit through Canada. It’s a quick and straightforward process done online.

If you need to extend your stay in Canada beyond the authorized period, you can apply for an extension, also called Visitor Record.