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Visitor Visa of Canada
Canada Visitor Visa: Complete Guide for Indian Applicants
Canada is one of the most popular destinations in the world for tourists, families, and short-term visitors. Every year, thousands of applicants from India apply for a Canada Visitor Visa to explore the country, attend family events, or visit their loved ones. However, many applications get refused due to documentation errors or weak travel purpose.
In this detailed guide, we explain everything you need to know about the Canada Visitor Visa, including eligibility, document checklist, funds requirement, processing time, refusal reasons, and expert tips to increase approval chances.
1. What Is a Canada Visitor Visa?
A Canada Visitor Visa, also known as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), allows foreign nationals to enter Canada for a short stay—usually up to 6 months.
You can apply for a visitor visa if you want to:
Travel and explore Canada
Visit family or friends
Attend a wedding, function, or event
Attend business meetings or conferences
Visit your spouse or children in Canada
Transit through Canada (in some cases)
2. Types of Canada Visitor Visas
1. Single-Entry Visitor Visa
Allows one-time entry into Canada
Suitable for short trips or specific purposes
2. Multiple-Entry Visitor Visa
Allows multiple entries during visa validity
Can be valid up to 10 years or until passport expiry
Most commonly issued visa type
3. Who Can Apply for a Canada Visitor Visa?
You can apply if you:
Have a valid passport
Are in good health
Have strong ties to your home country (job, business, family, property)
Have enough funds to support your stay
Intend to leave Canada before visa expiry
Have no criminal or immigration violations
4. Canada Visitor Visa Requirements (Document Checklist)
Personal Documents
Valid passport
Passport-size photographs
Travel history (old visas & stamps)
Aadhaar card / PAN card
Financial Documents
Last 6 months bank statements
ITR (2–3 years, if available)
Salary slips / business proof
Fixed deposits, investments (optional but helpful)
Employment / Business Proof
Job letter with leave approval
Salary slips
Business registration documents (for self-employed)
Travel Purpose Documents
Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends)
Relationship proof (birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc.)
Cover letter explaining travel purpose
Tentative travel plan
Additional Documents (if applicable)
Sponsor documents
PR card / Work permit of host in Canada
Proof of accommodation
5. Proof of Funds for Canada Visitor Visa
There is no officially fixed amount, but generally:
CAD 8,000 – 12,000 for a single applicant is recommended
More funds may be required if traveling with family
Funds must be genuine, traceable, and stable
Avoid showing:
Sudden large cash deposits
Unverified loans
Borrowed funds without explanation
6. Processing Time for Canada Visitor Visa
India Processing Time: 15–40 days (approx.)
Can vary based on:
Application quality
Travel history
Season & IRCC workload
7. Common Reasons for Canada Visitor Visa Refusal
Many applicants get refusals due to:
Weak travel purpose
Insufficient proof of funds
Poor travel history
Lack of home-country ties
Incomplete or misleading documents
Weak cover letter
A refusal does not mean you can never apply again—but reapplication must be done strategically.
8. Can Family Apply Together for a Canada Visitor Visa?
Yes. You can apply as:
Spouse
Parents
Children
Each applicant must meet eligibility individually, but a family application with proper justification increases approval chances.
Why Choose Globexa Immigration for Canada Visitor Visa?
Expert visa assessment
Professionally drafted cover letters
High approval-ratio strategy
Experience with refusals & reapplications
Transparent process & guidance
Whether you are applying for the first time or after a refusal, our expert consultants ensure your application is filed correctly.
