People who wish to visit Canada ask questions to enable them to understand what they need to do. As a result, we have provided answers to some of the frequently asked questions about this visa type below.
Yes, it is fairly easy to get a Canada visitor visa. Your chance of getting it is highly dependent on your application. Many applications are rejected due to incomplete forms and inadequate or incorrect supporting documents.
This visa type is typically valid for 6 months. The border patrol officer at the border may allow you to stay for less than or more than 6 months. If that is the case, your passport will be stamped with your departure date. Note that you are not permitted to stay in Canada for more than 6 months at a time, regardless of the duration your Canada Tourist Visa is valid. Consequently, after 6 months, you are required to return to your home, stay for a while, and then you can travel again to Canada for another 6 months.
The application process time differs based on where you apply. It usually takes a couple of weeks to a few months to process your application.
No, you cannot work with a visitor visa. When you have a visitor visa stamped in your passport, you are not permitted to work or engage in any commercial business that will allow you to earn money in Canada.
Typically, you are not required to appear in person for an interview if you are applying for a Canadian tourist visa. When applying for a visa, applicants or a delegate of the applicant can provide the embassy with any necessary information. However, if you are asked to attend an interview, you would need to go to the embassy in person.
An invitation letter is not required when applying for a visitor visa. It is an additional document to strengthen your case and demonstrate to the immigration officer that you are travelling to Canada on a visit.
You can offer a letter of invitation in support of your family member’s application. It should detail how you intend to assist the person. For instance, you could offer to cover the cost of travel or accommodation. A letter of invitation may be useful, but it does not imply that the individual will automatically be granted a visa.
If your request for a visitor visa is denied, there is no official review procedure. The good news is, that you can apply for a new visitor visa and take the grounds for rejection into consideration. You will be able to improve your chances of succeeding if you can solve them and present a better application.
