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Visitor Visas

The latest news about Canadian tourist visas, which is a type of Temporary Resident Visa that is an official document issued by a Canada visa office. It is then placed in your passport to show that you have met the requirements for admission to Canada as a temporary resident. Tourist visas are also known as visitor visas. There are different types of visitor visas and a certain amount of time a person is allowed to reside in Canada. For more questions on visitor visas/tourist visas, visit our page on Canada visitor visas.

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13 Countries Added to Visa-Free Travel to Canada

By CaseyJune 13, 2023
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Individuals who want to travel, work, or reunite with loved ones often choose Canada as a top destination. The electronic travel authorization (eTA) program has been expanded to include 13 more nations, according to Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship. Which Countries Have Been Added to the eTA Program? Travelers from these countries […]

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Canada Provides Support to Sudan Nationals

By CaseyMay 5, 2023
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On April 24, 2023, Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, revealed that the Government of Canada has implemented additional immigration policies to assist Sudanese temporary residents who are currently in Canada and may be unable to return home due to their country’s fast deteriorating condition. The situation in Sudan is continuously changing, and […]

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2-Year Extension for Canada Visitors Applying for Work Permit

By CaseyMarch 6, 2023
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Foreign nationals who are visiting Canada can apply for a work permit and work in the country if they receive a valid job offer without leaving the country. Visitors who obtained a work permit during the previous 12 months may also apply for an interim work permit under this public policy in order to begin […]

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Canada Announces Assistance to Iranian Temporary Residents

By CaseyMarch 16, 2023
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As of March 1, 2023, the Canadian government will make it easier for Iranians to extend their temporary status in Canada and move between temporary streams, allowing Iranians to continue studying, working, or visiting family by applying for a new permit from within Canada. An open work permit pathway will also be made available to […]

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COVID-19 Test Requirement Is Lifted for Fully Vaccinated Travelers

By SierraApril 1, 2022
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It was announced that starting April 1, 2022, those who are fully vaccinated will not need a negative COVID-19 test to enter Canada. This change is for those traveling by air, land, and sea. As the country begins to get used to relaxed changes, Canadian officials announced that some fully-vaccinated travelers may be selected at […]

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Do I Have To Wear A Mask In Ontario, Canada?

By SierraMarch 21, 2022
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Beginning Monday, March 21st, those living in Ontario may choose whether to wear a mask or not as the province lifts its indoor mask mandate. Although experts have predicted a COVID-19 case increase in the near future, with the strains weakening and based on how the country is recovering from the pandemic, they mention it […]

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COVID PCR Tests Not Required for Fully Vaccinated Travellers to Canada

By Ella BergquistFebruary 17, 2022
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Officials stated that by the end of the month, Canada will no longer need fully vaccinated travelers to do a pre-arrival COVID-19 PCR test. Negative quick antigen or PCR test results will be accepted as of February 28 to fulfill admission criteria. These tests will need to be done by a laboratory or a healthcare […]

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How to Cross the US/Canada Border: Travel Restriction Update

By SierraDecember 29, 2021
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Note: This article may be out of date and travel restrictions may have changed. Click here to explore the most recent updates and travel restrictions in the United States or Canada! Travel restriction updates have been looming around for over a year now due to the impact COVID-19 left on the nation. Since then, both […]

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Flights from India to Canada Resume

By CaseyDecember 29, 2021
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Note: This article may be out of date and travel restrictions may have changed. Click here to explore the most recent updates and travel restrictions in Canada! More than 5 months after the second wave of Covid-19 hit India, Canada has officially removed the restriction on direct passenger flights from India. On Monday, September 27th, […]

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Resubmitting Your Canada Visitor Visa Application

By Ella BergquistDecember 29, 2021
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Canada has announced that if you have submitted a Canadian Visitor Visa Application before September 7, 2021, then you are recommended to submit a new application. Due to COVID-19, the visitor visa processing times have been delayed and backlogged more than usual. If you’ve been waiting for a decision and want to travel to Canada […]

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How Long Does It Take to Get a Canada Visitor Visa?

By CaseyJanuary 10, 2024
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Canada is one of the most popular destinations for immigrants to visit, so it’s no wonder that they receive thousands of visitor visa applications each year! Visiting Canada can be a very attractive option for foreigners to visit friends, family, travel, or even do business. The processing time for Canadian visitor visas can vary from […]

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How to Write a Letter of Explanation (LoE)

By CaseyDecember 13, 2021
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In some cases, applicants may be required to provide a Letter of Explanation (LoE) with their application. This may be due to a missing document that could not be given, an incoherence that drew the notice of the immigration official examining your case, and so on. This letter could be needed for many different kinds […]

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Juwel Patil

Our 3 PR cases (Self, Spouse and Son) were processed very professionally via all detailed documentation and other mandates by Felicita (Visa Palace). Her excellent support and guidance, I would strongly recommend for other aspirants. Thank you Felicita !!

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Jade Arnold

Our company needed to fast-track some documents to retain skilled international talent. After shopping around, we settled on partnering with VisaPlace to accomplish this as quickly and efficiently as possible, and they held up their end of the agreement quite well. We will use them again should the need arise.

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Emily Hoover

Bansuri from VisaPlace was so wonderful! She was able to connect me with the right person to assist me on my journey to becoming a Canadian citizen! As well as putting a smile on my face during this process. I highly recommend her for any questions you may have!

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A Google User

Me and my entire family would like to thank VisaPlace very much for their efforts! Thanks to them and all their work, my kids can play with their grandparents in person. That is worth far more than the fee they charged us. It’s actually priceless.

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Joe Sam

I recently had a call with Anis from VisaPlace, and I am extremely satisfied with the experience. From the moment we began our conversation, Anis was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to my situation. He took the time to thoroughly explain the visa process, answered all of my questions clearly, and provided valuable advice on the next steps I should take.

What I appreciated most was his patience and willingness to ensure that I fully understood each aspect of the process. He demonstrated a deep understanding of immigration laws, which gave me confidence that I was in good hands.

Overall, my conversation with Anis was both informative and reassuring. I highly recommend Anis and the team at VisaPlace to anyone seeking reliable guidance with their immigration matters.

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Isabel N.

Anis was amazing! he was so attentive and helped me make an appointment the same day I called in. He congratulated me on my marriage to my husband who lives in the States. It’s so great to know that people genuinely care about the happiness of others. Thank you so much for all the help, support and genuine care

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zubair adam

I had a great experience with Bansuri Pandya, she was extremely helpful and efficient in booking my appointment. She was polite, patient, and made the process smooth and hassle-free. I appreciate their professionalism and quick service. Highly recommend