Visiting Canada: an overview about visitor visa, eTA and how to apply
Ever heard of a poutine? Ate a fresh seafood dinner? Went for a hike by the BEAUTIFUL Atlantic Ocean?
These are just a few things that attract people from ALL over the world to visit or immigrate to Canada. The incredible country is home to millions of visitors each year, and if you weren’t already considering Canada for your next vacation, you definitely should be!
Most travellers need either a Canada tourist visa, or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), to use as an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreigners travelling to Canada. An eTA is considered a “travellers’ passport” and can be obtained through an application process similar to the Canada visa visitor application. The application takes just a few minutes to complete, and costs ONLY $7! With a valid eTA, you can travel to Canada as often as you want for short stays, which are normally up to six months at a time. Once acquiring your eTA, it will be valid for up to five years or until your passport expires, so GOOD NEWS: you can visit to eat our famous poutine dish whenever you’d like!
If you’re looking to experience the wonderful country of Canada for yourself, filling out an application for visitor visa to Canada is the first step if you are not eligible to apply for an eTA! Visitor visas are available to those wishing to visit local family, on a holiday or vacation, or for business purposes. Your Canadian visitor visa starts with acquiring the following:
Proof of your ties to your home country
Proof of funds for your visit to Canada
ID such as a passport or county resident card
A letter of invitation from the person inviting you to come to Canada
Proof that you will be staying in Canada only on a temporary basis
Our specialized professional at Maritimes Immigration Consulting, Lucas Nonnenmacher, can help you complete your checklist for visitor visa Canada! Let him ease your worries and guide you through the application process today.
*Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada has put restrictions on international travel. Please check the latest updates on their official immigration website before booking your flight.