Visitor & Temporary Entry to Canada

Eligibility (Who Qualifies)

You may qualify if you can demonstrate that you:

• Intend to visit Canada temporarily

• Have sufficient funds for your stay

• Have strong ties to your home country (employment, family, assets)

• Will leave Canada at the end of your authorized stay

• Are not inadmissible to Canada

Documents Checklist (Basic)

• Valid passport

• Application forms (IMM 5257 and related forms)

• Proof of funds

• Travel history (if applicable)

• Letter of explanation / purpose of travel

• Invitation letter (if visiting family or friends)

• Proof of ties to home country

Steps / Process Timeline

1. Initial eligibility assessment

2. Strategy selection (Visitor Visa, Super Visa, or TRP)

3. Document preparation and review

4. Application submission to IRCC

5. Biometrics (if required)

6. Medical exam (if required)

7. Decision by IRCC

Fees & Timeline

Government Fees (Subject to Change)

• IRCC processing fee applies

Processing Time

• Varies by country of residence

Processing times are estimates only and are determined by IRCC.

Eligibility (Who Qualifies)

You may qualify if you:

• Are a parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

• Have a signed invitation letter from your child or grandchild

• Meet minimum income requirements (LICO) through your host

• Have valid Canadian medical insurance

• Pass a medical examination

Documents Checklist (Basic)

• Valid passport

• Proof of relationship to host

• Invitation letter from child or grandchild

• Proof of host’s income (LICO)

• Canadian medical insurance (minimum coverage required)

• Immigration medical exam results

Steps / Process Timeline

1. Initial eligibility assessment

2. Strategy selection (Visitor Visa, Super Visa, or TRP)

3. Document preparation and review

4. Application submission to IRCC

5. Biometrics (if required)

6. Medical exam (if required)

7. Decision by IRCC

Fees & Timeline

Government Fees (Subject to Change)

• IRCC processing fee + biometrics (if applicable)

Processing Time

• Generally longer due to medical and insurance review

Processing times are estimates only and are determined by IRCC.

Eligibility (Who Qualifies)

You may qualify if:

• You are otherwise inadmissible to Canada (criminality, medical, or immigration issues), and

• Your need to enter or remain in Canada outweighs the risks

• You have compelling humanitarian, family, or national interest reasons

• TRPs are discretionary and assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Documents Checklist (Basic)

• Valid passport

• Detailed explanation of inadmissibility

• Court or police records (if applicable)

• Evidence supporting urgent or compelling need

• Supporting documents for humanitarian or compassionate grounds

Note: Document requirements may vary depending on individual circumstances.

Steps / Process Timeline

1. Initial eligibility assessment

2. Strategy selection (Visitor Visa, Super Visa, or TRP)

3. Document preparation and review

4. Application submission to IRCC

5. Biometrics (if required)

6. Medical exam (if required)

7. Decision by IRCC

Fees & Timeline

Government Fees (Subject to Change)

• Additional permit fees may apply

Processing Time

• No standard timeline; discretionary processing

Processing times are estimates only and are determined by IRCC.