Visitor Visa

Individuals wishing to visit Canada generally require a temporary visitor visa unless they are from a visa exempt country. To receive a visitor visa, applicants must meet the requirements below.

Requirements:

• Have a valid travel document
• Be healthy
• Have no criminal and immigration convictions
• Satisfy an immigration officer of ties to one’s home country
• Satisfy an immigration officer of an intent to leave Canada upon the end of the visit
• Demonstrate sufficient funds for the duration of the visit

A medical exam and letter of invitation may also be required. In admissible individuals cannot obtain a temporary visitor visa to visit Canada.