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Canada Tourist Visa
Tourist visas for Canada are issued in two forms: Single-entry and Multiple-entry visas. Additionally, Canada offers a Super Visa, which is a type of Multiple-entry visa allowing parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents to travel to Canada.
Single-entry Visa:
A Single-entry visa allows you to enter Canada only once for a period of up to 6 months. This type of visa is typically issued for official visits by government officials, attendance at conferences, or specific events in Canada. If you exit Canada, you will need to apply for a new visa for re-entry.
Multiple-entry Visa:
A Multiple-entry visa for Canada may be valid for 5 years, 10 years, or until one month before the expiration of your passport. This type of visa allows you to enter Canada multiple times during its validity period (usually 5 years for Iranians), with each entry allowing a stay of up to 6 months.
Super Visa:
The Super Visa for Canada is a type of Multiple-entry visa valid for up to 10 years. It allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years on each entry, without the need for status renewal. This visa enables them to live alongside their children and grandchildren.
To obtain a tourist visa for Canada, you need to provide various documents:
1. General documents: Including identification documents, a certificate of no criminal record, and fingerprinting.
2. Personal documents: Such as a valid passport, translated birth certificate, translated marriage document (if applicable), translated educational documents, and translation of military service completion (if applicable).
3. Translation of the certificate of no criminal record.
4. Fingerprinting at one of the VAC (Visa Application Centers) of the Canadian Embassy in neighboring countries to Iran.
5. Completed tourist visa forms.
6. Travel history and a letter explaining the purpose of the trip: Providing travel history through passport stamps and a letter outlining the precise purpose and itinerary of the visit to Canada.
7. Financial capability and recent bank statements: Including financial documents proving your ability to cover the expenses of your stay in Canada. The required amount may vary based on the duration of the stay and travel plans.
8. Occupational and financial documents: Such as a job letter, employment contract, retirement letter, recent pay stubs, insurance records, and work leave certificate (if applicable). If you own a business or company, provide relevant documents for the company.
9. Invitation documents (if applicable): If you have an invitation from a host in Canada, include the host’s job letter and your and the host’s information.
Please note that visa applications and required documents may vary depending on the case and your travel date. Providing complete and up-to-date documents is crucial for a smooth visa application process. Seeking guidance from reputable immigration consultants can also be beneficial in navigating the visa application process and avoiding potential issues.