Invite Your Parents or Spouse to Canada: Visitor Visa Guide

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Canada is one of the most welcoming countries when it comes to family reunification. If you’re living in Canada as a student, worker, or permanent resident, you may want to invite your parents, spouse, or loved ones to visit. The best way to do this is through a Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa – TRV).

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process, requirements, documents, and tips to invite your family members to Canada successfully.

✅ Who Can You Invite to Canada on a Visitor Visa?

The Canadian Visitor Visa allows you to invite:

• Spouse or common-law partner
• Parents or grandparents
• Siblings or close relatives (in some cases)
• Friends (with a strong reason and proper documentation)

🛑 Note: This is a temporary visa, valid for up to 6 months per entry (can be extended).

✅ Step 1: Check If They Need a Visitor Visa

Some countries are visa-exempt, while others need a Visitor Visa.

🔎 Use the official IRCC tool to check.

Most Indian, African, and Asian passport holders need to apply for a TRV.

✅ Step 2: Write a Strong Invitation Letter

The invitation letter is one of the most important documents. It should include:

• Your full name and legal status in Canada
• Relationship with the invitee (parent, spouse, etc.)
• Reason for the visit (vacation, family event, etc.)
• Duration of stay (example: “from Aug 15 to Oct 10, 2025”)
• Assurance of return to home country
• Financial support declaration (if applicable)

📝 Include a copy of your PR card / work permit / study permit / passport as proof.

✅ Step 3: Prepare the Visitor’s Documents

The person being invited (your parent or spouse) must include:

• Valid passport
• Purpose of visit letter
• Proof of funds (bank statements, income proof)
• Ties to home country (job letter, family ties, property, etc.)
• Travel history (if any)
• Photographs (as per Canadian specs)
• Completed application forms

💬 For spouses, include marriage certificate, wedding photos, and communication proof to show genuine relationship.

✅ Step 4: Apply Online or via Paper

You can submit the application:

• 📩 Online via IRCC Portal
• 🖨️ Through VFS Global (paper-based + biometrics)

💳 Fees:

• Visitor Visa – CAD $100
• Biometrics – CAD $85

✅ Step 5: Biometrics Appointment

After submission, your parents/spouse will receive a biometrics request letter. They must:

• Visit the nearest VAC (Visa Application Centre)
• Submit fingerprints and photograph

💡 Tip: Book the VAC appointment early to avoid delays.

✅ Step 6: Wait for Visa Decision

Processing time varies by country. For India, it may take 2–4 weeks (in normal conditions). You can track the application online.

Once approved, they’ll receive:

• A Visitor Visa stamp in their passport
• A letter of introduction (if applicable)

✅ Step 7: Travel to Canada

Once the visa is issued, your family member can:

• Book their flight to Canada
• Carry supporting documents during travel
• Meet a CBSA officer at the port of entry

🔐 Tip: Always carry a copy of the invitation letter and return ticket at the airport.

📌 Important Notes

• A Visitor Visa does not allow work or study in Canada
• Parents and grandparents may qualify for a Super Visa (valid for 10 years with 2-year stays)
• Make sure the visitor has adequate travel insurance

💼 How Sehli Global Can Help

At Sehli Global Visa Consultant, we’ve helped hundreds of families reunite in Canada through:

✔️ Visitor Visa
✔️ Spouse Visitor Visa
✔️ Super Visa for Parents
✔️ Family Sponsorship Visa (PR)

We ensure that your application is strong, well-documented, and compliant with IRCC guidelines.

📞 Call us: +1 (289) 752-4340
🌐 Website: www.sehliglobal.ca
📍 Location: Toronto, Canada

✅ Final Checklist for Inviting Parents or Spouse to Canada

Need help with the visitor visa process?
👉 Contact Sehli Global for a free consultation today and start the journey to reunite with your loved ones in Canada!