Canada Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)

What is Temporary Resident Visa (TRV):

A temporary resident visa (TRV) is an official document issued by a visa office on a individual passport to admit into Canada as a temporary resident upon the requirements. Individual can apply for Canada Temporary Resident Visa from anywhere in the world.

Eligibility:

Below are the main factors to consider who admissibility to Canada is:

  1. NO IELTS
  2. No Educational Credential Assessment
  3. Purpose and stay duration of the trip
  4. Ties to Residence country or Canada
  5. Financial support documents from financial institutions
  6. Intent to leave Canada
  7. Previous refusal will overcome the present intent

Documentation & Application Mode:

Documentation:

  • Valid passport
  • Application form for Temporary Resident Visa
  • Federal forms as applicable
  • Civil Status in home country
  • Marital status
  • Proof of employment
  • Proof of ties to home country
  • Taxation documents
  • Round trip flight ticket
  • Accommodation proof
  • Purpose of visit
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Application Mode: Online & Paper-Based

Procedure to Submit Temporary Resident Visa(TRV)

Procedure as follows:

  • Step1: Individual need to submit the application as per the mode of application with all the necessary documentation
  • Step2: Acknowledgement and Biometric Collection Letter after application submission
  • Step3: Biometric collection as per the appointment at nearest Visa Application Centre (VAC)
  • Step4: Application status will be released and passport stamping as applicable

Visa Fee & Processing Time:

Visa Fee:

Processing and collection of fee (on or after February 6, 2014)

  • $100 individual – multiple or single entry [R296(1)]
  • $500 maximum fee for a family – single or multiple entry [R296(3)]

Processing Time: one week to 6 weeks

Related FAQ's

What is a Temporary Resident Visa(TRV) ?

You should apply for a TRV visa which includes tourists, students, and workers, and may need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to enter Canada.

What can I do if my TRV visa is refused?

If your TRV application is refused, there is no formal appeal process. In addition, you may only reapply if your situation has changed substantially or you have considerable new information to submit.

What are the documents required for TRV?

Documents required are Passport, Educational Certificates, Professional Certificates, Income Tax Documents, Ties to home country, Dependent Documents, Online Application Form, Other federal forms.

How long can I stay in Canada on my TRV Visa?

If there is no stamp, handwritten date or document in your passport indicating an expiry date, your status as a temporary resident will expire six months from the day you arrive in Canada.

Do I need English language proficiency Certificates?

No, not required to write any kind of English exam but to be able to communicate basic English is required.

Do I require biometrics for TRV?

Yes, you need to give biometrics for above 18 years but if provided in recent 10 years then no need to submit for TRV.