A TRV is a visa required for individuals from visa-required countries to enter Canada temporarily, while an eTA is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air. Both allow short-term stays but depend on the applicant’s nationality.

Applicants from visa-exempt countries, such as Australia, Germany, France, Japan, South Korea, and the United Kingdom, only need an eTA to enter Canada by air. However, individuals from countries like India, the Philippines, and China require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). For a full list of visa-exempt and visa-required countries, visit the Government of Canada’s official page at www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/entry-requirements-country.html.

Yes, if you’re already in Canada and meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply to extend your status or change your visa type to a TRV without leaving the country.

It’s recommended to give yourself as much time as possible, especially if there are special circumstances where it is crucial for you to extend your stay. Apply at least 60 days before your current status expires. Keep in mind, processing times are ever-changing and unpredictable, so applying earlier is a good idea to ensure uninterrupted status.

If you leave Canada while your TRV renewal is pending, you may not be allowed to re-enter unless you hold a valid visa or your application is approved while you’re outside the country.

The Super Visa is a long-term, multiple-entry visa allowing parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years at a time without renewing their status. To be eligible, applicants must have a letter of invitation from their child or grandchild in Canada, proof of the host’s minimum income, medical insurance valid for at least one year, and a completed immigration medical exam.

A regular TRV/ visitor visa allows short stays of up to 6 months per visit, while the Super Visa is specifically for parents and grandparents, granting extended stays of up to 5 years at a time. Additionally, the Super Visa requires proof of private medical insurance and the host’s financial support, which are not required for a standard visitor visa.

Processing times vary depending on the applicant’s country of residence and application volume. It’s best to check current processing times on the Government of Canada’s website at www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html.

An eTA is valid for up to 5 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. You’ll need to renew your eTA if you obtain a new passport or if your eTA expires.

No, you cannot extend an expired TRV or eTA. You must apply for restoration of status if your TRV-related status in Canada has expired, and a new eTA must be applied for after expiration.