Business Visitors from Russia to Canada
If you're a Russian businessperson and you wish to make a temporary visit to Canada, you must obtain a temporary resident visa (TRV). Please note that this is different from coming to Canada to work. Here are some guidelines to help you determine if you qualify.
Russian Business Visitors - A Definition
You qualify as a business visitor from Russia if you are coming to Canada to:
- Meet with representatives from companies that do business in Russia
- Visit business sites
- Attend business meetings
- Receive product and/or sales training
Russian Business Visitors - Where to Apply
If you wish to travel to Canada as business visitor from Russia, you may apply for a temporary resident visa by mail or in person at the nearest Canadian consulate.
Business Visitors from Russia - Required Documents
When applying to be accepted as a business visitor from Russia, you will need to include the following documents with your visa application:
- A valid passport
- Two passport-sized photos
- Two application forms per person
- The appropriate application fee (certified cheque, money order or bank draft only)
- A letter of invitation from your business host in Canada
- A letter of approval from your employer in Russia
- Two family information forms per person
Please note that additional documents may be required to determine eligibility. Applications are normally processed within 15 business days.
For further information on applying to become a Russian business visitor to Canada, please visit Citizenship and Immigration Canada's (CIC) official web site.
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