Travel Visas Canada
Parent & Grandparent Super Visa
Canada has much to offer visitors. It borders on three oceans, has towering mountains, countless lakes and a friendly cosmopolitan culture. Under this category of a Tourist Visitor visa, foreign close family members can apply to come and visit Canada for an extended duration of time. This visa allows eligible parents and grandparents to apply to come and visit their close family members in Canada for a period of up to 2 years at a time with a 10-year multiple entry-visa. Applicants must intend to come to Canada to visit and refrain from engaging in work or study and respect the terms of their entry to Canada. Join more than 5 million people who visit Canada each year and explore the many touristic opportunities this great country has to offer.
Although this visa does not entitle applicants to work in Canada, it does offer them the chance to experience Canada’s diverse geographic and cultural landscape for themselves and enjoy extended time with close family members in Canada for up to 10 years.
Parent & Grandparent Super Visa Basic Requirements
In order to apply for the Parent & Grandparent Super visa, applicants from designated countries are required to obtain Temporary Resident visa (TRV) prior to their arrival to Canada.
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Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Brunei, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel (National Passport holders only), Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, (biometric passport holders), Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Papua New Guinea, Poland, (biometric passport holders), Portugal, Republic of Korea, St. Kitts and Nevis, San Marino, Singapore, Slovakia, Solomon Islands, Spain, Sweden, Slovenia, Switzerland, United Kingdom (including British Overseas citizens who are re-admissible and citizens of some British Dependant Territories), United States, Western Samoa. |
Other conditions for eligibility also apply. All visitors must possess a valid passport, show ties to their home country, receive an invitation letter from their Canadian relative(s), possess sufficient Canadian private medical coverage, respect the terms of their entry to Canada, undergo a medical examination and ensure that they are criminally and medically admissible to enter Canada.
Parent & Grandparent Super Visa Entitlements
As a visitor, tourists are free to travel anywhere throughout Canada and visit family, friends and experience Canada’s many attractions. They may also register for short courses relating to courses of areas of general interest, self-improvement or to register to learn English or French. During their stay, visitors can meet with prospective employers or recruiters and seek out exciting employment opportunities, and investigate options for extending their stay in Canada.
Visitors can also take advantage of the many world-renowned festivals, cultural and artistic events which take place throughout the year, as well as explore the majestic landscapes and many natural wonders which find a home in Canada, making it truly unique.
AssessmentParent & Grandparent Super Visa Processing Time and Costs
| Our Fees | |
|---|---|
| Short Travel Visa Application Guide** | US$99 |
| Premium Migration Service*** | US$599 |
| Government Fees and Processing Times | |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | C$75 - C$150 |
| Partner Application Fee | C$75 - C$150 |
| Dependents Application Fee | C$75 - C$150 |
| Processing Time | 1 to 91 Days |
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