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Application for a Temporary Resident Visa to Visit Canada

This application is for persons from designated countries who wish to visit Canada for a temporary purpose, such as tourism, visiting family or friends, or business trips.

To find out if you need a temporary resident visa, check the list of countries and territories whose citizens need a visa to enter Canada to visit, study or work temporarily.

Those wishing to study or work temporarily in Canada will probably also need a study permit or work permit.

Visa application photograph specifications.

Submit the application to a visa office at a Canadian embassy, high commission or consulate abroad.

Prior to submitting your application, contact the visa office to see if you need to fill out any additional forms or provide any additional documents.

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