FAQs for Canada Tourist Visa

You will need a valid passport, completed visa application form, proof of funds, travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, and a letter of invitation (if applicable).

Processing times vary but typically range from 4-5 weeks.

1. The visa fee is CAD $100, and there may be additional fees for biometrics (CAD $85).

Provide recent bank statements, pay slips, or proof of financial sponsorship if someone else is covering your expenses.

Yes, you need to provide hotel reservations or an invitation letter with accommodation details from your host.

A Tourist Visa typically allows stays of up to 6 months per visit.

Yes, most Tourist Visas issued are multiple-entry, allowing visits for up to 10 years or until your passport expires.

Provide evidence such as family ties, employment, property ownership, or other commitments in your home country.

While not mandatory, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover unexpected medical or trip-related expenses.

It is not mandatory, but providing a return ticket strengthens your application.

Yes, but each family member must apply individually for their own Tourist Visa.

No, a Tourist Visa does not permit work or long-term study in Canada.

Common reasons include insufficient financial proof, lack of ties to the home country, incomplete documentation, or failure to demonstrate the purpose of the visit.

You can track your application status online through the IRCC portal or contact the visa center for updates.

Yes, you can apply to extend your stay, but you must do so at least 30 days before your current visa expires.

TRVs are for most visa-required countries, while eTAs apply to visa-exempt travelers flying to Canada. Check your country’s requirements.

Yes, you can reapply, but ensure you address the reasons for the previous refusal with updated documentation.

You can track your application status through the IRCC online portal using your application number.

Yes, a Tourist Visa allows travel across all provinces and territories in Canada.

A medical exam is only required if you plan to stay for more than six months or come from a country with specific health concerns.

You can reapply or request a review if applicable. Ensure you address the reasons for refusal in your new application.

In most cases, you must leave Canada and apply for a new visa from outside the country.