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What Is Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)

Planning a trip to Canada to visit family, explore its vast landscapes, or attend a business meeting? You will need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), commonly known as a Visitor Visa.

While the process seems straightforward, the Canada Visitor Visa has a high refusal rate worldwide. At K7 Immigration, we specialize in building applications that directly address the Canadian immigration officer’s primary concern: proof of your genuine intention to return to your home country.

Why Expert Guidance is Essential for a Visitor Visa

The biggest hurdle in the Visitor Visa application is overcoming the officer's presumption that you might stay in Canada permanently. Your application must be flawless, compelling, and free of any ambiguity.

Our expertise is crucial because:

  • Refusal Analysis: We analyze the common refusal reasons for applicants from your region and build a strategy to preemptively counter those concerns.
  • Proof of Ties: We specialize in organizing and presenting your financial and social documents into a structured, persuasive package.
  • The Invitation: If visiting a family member, we ensure the invitation letter meets all legal requirements and fully supports your application.
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Core Eligibility Requirements (The Foundation)

To be eligible for a Canada Visitor Visa, you must meet the following fundamental criteria:

  • Valid Passport: Possess a valid travel document (passport).
  • Good Health: Be in good health and be willing to undergo a medical examination if required.
  • Financial Stability: Prove that you have sufficient funds to cover your stay in Canada and return home.
  • No Criminal Record: Have no history of criminal or immigration-related convictions.
  • Ties to Home Country: Convince the immigration officer that you will leave Canada when your visit ends.

The Decisive Factor: Proving Your Intention to Return

This is the single most important section of your application. The officer must be completely satisfied that you have strong, binding reasons to leave Canada.

K7 Immigration helps you build a compelling case based on the following key ties:

1. Financial and Asset Ties (Proof of Stability)

  • Strong Bank Balance: Provide clear, consistent bank statements (usually for the last 6 months) showing adequate funds to cover all costs.
  • Property Ownership: Evidence of property, land, or real estate ownership in your home country.
  • Investments: Documentation of fixed deposits, mutual funds, shares, or other significant investments that tie you to your financial future at home.
  • Source of Funds: Clear documentation showing where your travel funds originated (e.g., salary, business income, retirement benefits).

2. Social and Employment Ties (Proof of Commitment)

  • Employment Stability: A detailed letter from your employer confirming your permanent employment, your return date, and your salary. This is non-negotiable for working professionals.
  • Business Ownership: Proof of your active business ownership, including registration documents, tax filings, and an explanation of your responsibilities that necessitate your return.
  • Family Obligations: Evidence of immediate family members (spouse, minor children) remaining in your home country.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Navigating the online portal and ensuring every document is correctly uploaded can be complex. We simplify the entire process for you:

  1. Determine Eligibility: Our experts perform a full assessment of your profile, purpose of visit, and financial documents to confirm your strongest eligibility.
  2. Document Collection: We provide a personalized checklist of required documents (tailored to your unique situation—e.g., employed vs. business owner).
  3. Online Application & Fee Payment: We complete and submit the official Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) application form online via the IRCC portal.
  4. K7 Submission Package: We draft a professional, concise, and persuasive Cover Letter detailing your purpose of visit, ties to your home country, and financial capability, which significantly enhances the application's clarity.
  5. Biometrics Appointment: We guide you through scheduling and attending the mandatory biometrics (fingerprints and photo) appointment at the nearest VAC (Visa Application Centre).
  6. Final Decision: Once approved, you submit your passport to the VAC for the visa stamp.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Processing times vary significantly based on the applicant's country of residence and IRCC load. While some are processed in a few weeks, applicants should budget several months for the complete process.

A Visitor Visa is typically issued for the duration of your passport validity. However, upon entry to Canada, a border services officer usually authorizes a stay of up to six months.

Dual Intent means you plan to visit Canada temporarily (TRV) but also have the long-term goal of immigrating (PR). While it is legal and allowed under Canadian law, your application must demonstrate strong proof of ties to your home country and clear plans to leave after your temporary stay. .

Yes, you can reapply. K7 Immigration will obtain your previous refusal notes (GCMS notes) to understand the exact reasons for rejection and prepare a new application that meticulously addresses every single concern raised by the previous officer.

No, you do not need a job offer. However, providing a letter from your current employer stating your position, salary, and expected return date is one of the strongest proofs of your commitment to return home.