A visitor visa (also called a temporary resident visa) is an official document that shows that you meet the requirements needed to enter Canada.Most visitors can stay for up to 6 months in Canada. At the port of entry, the border services officer may allow you to stay for less or more than 6 months.

You must meet some basic requirements to get a visitor visa. You must:

• Have a valid travel document, like a passport

• Be in good health

• Have no criminal or immigration-related convictions

• Convince an immigration officer that you have ties—such as a job, home, financial assets or family—that will take you back to your home country

• Convince an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit

• Have enough money for your stay

• The amount of money you will need depends on how long you will stay and if you will stay in a hotel, or with friends or relatives.