1. Understand Canadian Visa Types
Canada offers many visa/permit categories depending on your purpose for travelling or moving:
A. Temporary Visas
These allow short-term stays (work, study, visit).
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Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa – TRV)
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For tourism, visiting family/friends, business trips, or transit.
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Stay typically up to 6 months per visit.
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You cannot work or enroll in full-time study with just a visitor visa.
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Study Permit
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Required if you want to study in Canada for more than 6 months.
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You need an acceptance from a designated learning institution (DLI) and proof of finances.
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You may work part-time during study and possibly get a post-graduation work permit after completing your program.
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Work Permit
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Allows you to work in Canada temporarily.
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There are open (work for any employer) and employer-specific work permits.
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Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
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A simplified requirement for people from visa-exempt countries when flying to Canada.
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