Temporary Resident Services
Whether you're planning a visit, reuniting with family, or navigating a complex admissibility situation, I provide clear guidance and professional representation for all temporary resident visa types.
Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)
For nationals of countries that require a visa to enter Canada
A Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) is an official document placed in your passport that shows an immigration officer has determined you meet the requirements to enter Canada. Most foreign nationals need a TRV to visit Canada—whether for tourism, visiting family, attending events, or business purposes.
Who Is This For?
- Nationals of countries not on Canada's visa-exempt list
- Individuals wishing to visit family or friends in Canada
- Tourists planning to explore Canada's attractions
- Business travellers attending meetings or conferences
- Individuals attending special events (weddings, graduations, etc.)
Key Requirements
- Valid passport
- Proof of financial support and ties to home country
- Purpose and itinerary of travel
- Travel history and immigration status in other countries
- Medical insurance
- Biometrics (may be required)
Let me help you build a compelling application that clearly demonstrates your intent to return home.
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
For visa-exempt nationals travelling to Canada by air
An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is a mandatory entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air. It's electronically linked to your passport and is valid for up to five years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. Most people get their eTA quickly, but some applications require further review.
Who Is This For?
- Citizens of visa-exempt countries (e.g., most EU nations, Australia, UK nationals with non-British citizenship may need one)
- Travellers transiting through a Canadian airport
- Lawful permanent residents of the US travelling by air (different rules apply)
Key Requirements
- Valid passport from a visa-exempt country
- Email address
- Credit or debit card (CAD $7 application fee)
- Answer eligibility questions honestly
If your eTA application has been delayed or you have questions about eligibility, I can assist.
Super Visa
For parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents
The Super Visa is a multi-entry visa that allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to visit and stay in Canada for up to five years at a time, without renewing their status. It's valid for up to 10 years, offering long-term reunion opportunities for families.
Who Is This For?
- Parents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Families wanting extended reunification rather than short visits
Key Requirements
- Letter of invitation from your child or grandchild in Canada
- Proof your child/grandchild meets the minimum income threshold
- Canadian private medical insurance (minimum $100,000 coverage, at least 1 year)
- Valid passport
- Immigration medical exam
- Biometrics
- Proof of relationship to sponsor
Reuniting with your loved ones in Canada is one of the most meaningful applications I work on. Let's make it happen.
Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)
For individuals who may be inadmissible to Canada
A Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) allows individuals who are otherwise inadmissible to Canada to enter or remain in the country for a specific purpose and period of time. Inadmissibility can stem from prior criminal convictions, health grounds, misrepresentation, or other factors. A TRP is not granted automatically—it requires demonstrating that the need to enter Canada outweighs the risk.
Who Is This For?
- Individuals with a criminal record (including DUI convictions)
- Persons who were previously deported or removed from Canada
- Individuals with certain health conditions that pose a risk
- Those who have previously overstayed or violated immigration conditions
- People needing to enter Canada urgently for compelling reasons despite inadmissibility
Key Requirements
- Detailed explanation of why you are inadmissible
- Clear and compelling reason why you need to enter Canada
- Evidence that the need to enter outweighs the risk
- Supporting documentation (medical records, court documents, letters of support, etc.)
- Valid passport
Inadmissibility doesn't always mean impossible. I can help you present the strongest possible case for your TRP.
Not Sure Which Visa Is Right for You?
Every situation is unique. Book a consultation and I'll help you identify the best pathway based on your specific circumstances.
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