A Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), also known as a visitor or entry visa, serves as a travel document to enter Canada.
You do not need to apply for a separate TRV with your initial study permit or PGWP. However, you’ll need a valid TRV each time you reenter Canada.
You cannot exit and reenter Canada if you only have a study permit or work permit.
TRV application is similar to visitor visa, but students and work permit holders can apply it from within Canada.
This article will discuss what TRV is, when you would need it and how to apply for it.
What is a TRV?
A TRV is a travel stamp placed in your passport that allows you to exit and enter Canada. However, it does not give you any status in Canada.
For instance, a study permit lets you stay and study in Canada. Hence, your study permit shows your student status, but it doesn’t all you to exit and enter Canada.
In contrast, a TRV enables you to exit and enter Canada. You will need a valid TRV each time you re-enter.
A TRV will generally be issued for the same duration as your study or work permit.
However, you’ll need to apply for a new TRV when extending your work or study permit.
Moreover, you must wait to receive your future study, work, or PGWP and then apply for TRV from inside Canada.
It is most beneficial to receive your new TRV before leaving Canada. Because the processing time outside will be longer, and you’ll need to provide additional documents.
Therefore, ensure that you apply for a TRV well before your travel.
Additionally, if you change your status to a visitor, you cannot apply for TRV from Canada.
As a visitor visa holder, you can apply for a TRV only through the Canadian visa office of your home country.
Overview of How to Apply
You can refer to this detailed IRCC guide on applying for TRV. Below is a summary of how to apply.
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