Visit Canada
Most visitors can stay in Canada for up to 6 months. However, it is the border services officer’s discretion to allow longer or shorter stay. Depends on your nationality, either eTA or visitor visa is required to enter Canada
Basic requirements to enter Canada
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Have a valid travel document, such as a passport
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Have a valid eTA or visitor visa
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Be in good health
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Have no criminal or immigration-related convictions
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Convince a border services officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit
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Have enough money for your stay
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
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Apply online
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Linked to passport
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Valid for 10 years (require a new one if passport changes)
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Exempt when arriving by car, bus, train or boat
Biometrics (Fingerprints and Photo)
Starting from December 31, 2018, applicants from Asia, Asia Pacific and the Americas are also required to give biometrics.
Required for following applications
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Visitor visa
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Work or study permit (excluding U.S. nationals)
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Permanent residence
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Extension of visitor record
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Extension of study or work permit
Exempt if
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Gave biometrics in the last 10 years
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Children under the age of 14
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Applicants over the age of 79
Super Visa (for parents and grandparents)
Parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident can apply for super visa. Applicant can stay in Canada for up to 2 years
Required documents
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Invitation letter
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Proof of funds meeting minimum necessary income
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Medical insurance from a Canadian insurance company
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Medical exam
