Apply for a Super Visa if you wish to visit your kids or grandkids in Canada for two years. It is a multi-entry visa that allows multiple entries for ten years. You may also go with a six-month-long visitor visa. But the downside is if your visit exceeds six months, you will have to go through a visa extension process.
To be eligible, you should:
The immigration authorities may turn down a Super Visa application in the following circumstances: The Super Visa applicant's criminal record makes them inadmissible to Canada. Any facts concealed, misrepresented, or omitted entirely in the Super Visa application may result in rejection.
Submit the following documents for Super Visa:
Applying online is the best option. It saves you from going through a courier service or visiting a visa office.
When to Apply
The visa may take up to a few weeks to process. You are advised to apply a month before moving to Canada as the time may differ for countries.
Visa Processing Time
Processing times vary depending on the visa office. Most applications for a Super Visa are processed within a few weeks or less. The time also increases if some documents are missing. Moreover, you may also be asked for an interview or some extra information.
How to Apply
Although applying online is the best option, it can also be challenging. You may have to provide extra documents or take medical tests. To get through all that without much trouble, we advise you to let a visa consultant handle the job for you.
Duration
You can live in Canada for two years on a Super Visa. It also allows you to enjoy multi-entry for ten long years. The visa does not allow you to work in the country. That is why you may have to apply for a Work Permit in Canada.
Fees
The visa cost starts from CAD 100. You also have to pay for a work or study permit to be involved in such activities.
This visa lets you stay in Canada for two years. If you want to stay any longer, you should apply for an extension. Apply for an extension a month before it expires.
Work
A work permit is needed, but you can work in jobs that do not require a work permit.
Dependents
Visa is for parents or grandparents only.
Study
Apply for a separate study permit.
Multi-entry
Move-in and out of Canada for ten years.