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CA-TRV

Accommodation Arrangements

Where you will stay during your visit to Canada

Official Definition

Evidence of where the applicant will stay during the visit in Canada (hotel, rental, or host residence), consistent with the stated itinerary.

What IRCC Officers Look For

Lodging should look credible for the visit dates: hotel or rental confirmations with matching dates, or a letter of invitation that includes the host's full address. When staying with a host, officers also expect proof the host actually lives at that address (a utility bill, lease, or property tax statement) and proof of the host's status in Canada (citizenship, permanent residence, or a valid permit).

Host stays are common for family visits — but the host's status alone does not overcome doubts about your ties and funds.

Evidence Strength

Strong Evidence
  • Hotel or rental confirmations with dates matching the itinerary
  • Letter of invitation with host's address, relationship, and proof of status in Canada

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On this page

  • Official Definition
  • What IRCC Officers Look For
  • Evidence Strength
  • Common Refusal / Processing Triggers
  • Tips for Strengthening Your Evidence
  • Relevant Document Types
  • Proof the host lives at the stated address (utility bill, lease, property tax statement)
  • Lodging that covers the full planned stay window
  • Weak Evidence
    • Missing dates or unverifiable "I'll figure it out" lodging plans
    • Host letters without address or proof of the host's status in Canada
    • Bookings that conflict with flight or itinerary dates
    • Placeholder reservations with no other backup plan

    Common Refusal / Processing Triggers

    Common Problems

    • Itinerary cities that do not match lodging locations.
    • Host invitations missing an address or the host's proof of status in Canada.
    • Relying on accommodation alone while funds and ties are weak.
    • Open-ended stays with no clear lodging end date.

    Tips for Strengthening Your Evidence

    Pro Tips

    • Align lodging dates with flights and your stated purpose.
    • For hosts: include full name, Canadian address, contact details, relationship, and proof of status (citizenship card, PR card, or permit).
    • Add a utility bill or lease showing the host actually lives at the invitation address.
    • If lodging changes after submission, be ready to explain the update if asked.

    Relevant Document Types

    Typical uploads: hotel confirmations, rental reservations, letters of invitation with address, and proof of the host's residence and status in Canada.