Visitor visa (TRV) or eTA

Who it’s for

Tourists, business visitors and family visits.

Key requirements

• Valid passport
• Funds for the trip
• Ties to your home country
• Clean immigration and criminal history

Step by step

1. 1
   Check if you need a visa or an eTA

   Use IRCC’s “Find out if you need a visa” tool.
2. 2
   Apply online

   Upload documents, pay the fee, give biometrics if required.

Document checklist

Start the application to track these, set due dates and attach files.

• Valid passport
  Bio page scan. Check it is valid for the whole planned stay (6+ months beyond travel is safest).
• Digital photo to specification
  Recent passport-style photo meeting the destination’s size and background rules.
• Proof of funds
  Official bank letters/statements showing the required amount, held for the required period.
• Proof of ties to home country
  Employment letter, leave approval, property, family: shows you will return.
• Travel itinerary and accommodation
  Flight reservation and hotel bookings or an invitation letter from your host.
• Invitation letter (if visiting someone)If applicable
  From your host, with a copy of their ID or status document.
• Biometrics appointment
  Fingerprints and photo at a visa application centre when requested.
• Government fees paid
  Keep the receipt. Check the current fee on the official site before paying.