🇨🇦 What is a Canada Tourist Visa?

Also called a Visitor Visa or Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — this allows you to travel to Canada for tourism, visiting friends/family, short business or medical visits. It does not let you work or study full-time.

✅ Requirements / Eligibility

You’ll need to satisfy several criteria. Key ones are:

1. Valid Passport — at least 6 months validity is good practice.

2. Proof of Intent — you must convince the visa officer that you’ll return to India (strong ties such as a job, property, family, etc.).

3. Proof of Funds — show you can support yourself financially for the stay (bank statements, income proofs, assets, etc.). 

4. Travel Itinerary / Accommodation — flight bookings (or plan), hotel bookings, or invitation letter if staying with someone in Canada.

5. Biometrics — fingerprints and photo are required.

6. Other Documents — as needed: employment letter or proof, business registration (if self-employed), recent income tax returns (ITR), invitation letter (if visiting friends/family), property ownership, etc. 

💲 Fees & Validity

🔄 Process / Steps to Apply

Here’s how to apply, step by step:

1. Decide your travel plan — where and when you want to go, how long, duration, etc.

2. Gather required documents — passport, photos, bank statements, employment certificate or business documents, invitation letter if any, proof of accommodation/flight, etc.

3. Complete online application via IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada).Pay the fees (visa application + biometrics). 

4. Schedule a biometrics appointment at the nearest VAC (Visa Application Centre) in India. 

5. Submit the application & documents.

6. Wait for processing — times vary. Usually somewhere between 10-40 days depending on season, workload, your specific case. 

7. If approved, get your passport with the visa stamp. If not, you’ll receive a refusal letter stating the reason.

⏱ Processing Time

• Typically 8-40 days for many applicants. 

• Can be shorter or longer depending on how complete your documents are, whether extra verification is needed, etc.

💡 Tips for a Successful Application

• Make sure all documents are original (or certified), clear, translated if required.

• Show strong proof of ties to India (job, property, family) to ensure you are not seen as high risk for overstaying.

• Maintain good bank balances, show consistent income or savings.

• Be honest and precise in your application. Don’t exaggerate or misrepresent things.

• Apply well in advance of your travel date.