Temporary Resident Visas - How to Apply
If you're planning to visit Canada in the near future, before you make travel arrangements, you should check to see whether or not you need a visa to enter the country. If you're unsure, visit Citizenship and Immigration Canada's (CIC) official web site or check with your nearest Canadian consulate or visa office.
Temporary Resident Visa - What Is It?
One of the documents you may need to enter Canada is a temporary resident visa. These are issued by visa offices overseas. Once approved, the visa is place in your passport to indicate that you have been approved to enter Canada as a temporary resident. If you discover that you need a temporary resident visa prior to entering Canada, here are some tips on how to apply.
Temporary Resident Visa - How to Apply
- Request a temporary resident visa application kit from your nearest Canadian consulate or visa office or download it for free from CIC's web site.
- Read the temporary resident visa application guide carefully, and then fill out your application form, making sure to include all of the necessary documentation and the necessary fees. Single-entry temporary resident visas are $75, multiple-entry are $150 and visas for an entire family are $400. (For families, single- and multiple-entry temporary resident visas are the same price.)
- You may also need to do an interview with a Canadian visa officer and/or undergo a medical examination. The visa officer who is handling your case will instruct you on whether or not this is necessary.
To learn more about how to apply for temporary resident visas, please visit your local Canadian visa office or CIC's web site.
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