Canada Visitor / TRV

A temporary resident / visitor path when your ties home and trip purpose are clear — still subject to refusal risk.

Who it’s for

Short Canadian visits for tourism, family, or permitted business — not employment or study as a primary purpose.

What can make your profile stand out

CA-TRV

Trip purpose

Clear tourism, family, or meeting plans that fit visitor rules — not taking a Canadian job.

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CA-TRV

Home ties

Evidence you will leave Canada — employment, family, property, or studies at home.

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CA-TRV

Funds for the trip

Ability to cover costs without unauthorized Canadian work.

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Route comparison

Typical profile
Short-stay Canadian visitors
Evidence intensity
Moderate — ties + purpose + funds
Permanent residence
No — temporary resident visitor
Employer dependence
No Canadian employment allowed

Ready to see what may fit?

Run the eligibility check with your goals pre-filled, or dig into the authoritative guide library.

Educational only — not legal advice, not a filing recommendation, and not an approval prediction.