Categories: Temporary Resident Visa TRV

How Do I Submit My Application?

If you are planning to apply for a Visitor Visa, then you have two options. You can submit you application through two ways and those are:

Once you have completed your Visitor Visa application then you can submit your application online. Submitting an application online typically has a much faster processing time.

Before you start your application online you need to have an account with Citizenship and Immigration (CIC).

You can also submit a paper application directly to a consulate or visa application centre abroad. Submitting in this way usually has an elongated processing time.

How Can I Stay in Canada?

If you want to remain in Canada beyond the validity of your status, you can apply to extend your stay in Canada. You have to apply for the extension before for the expiry date and also you should typically apply at least 30 days in advance. If you wish to remain in Canada and want to apply to extend your stay, you should:

Determine how you will apply
Compile your supporting documents and forms
Pay your application fees
Submit your application

What Are biometrics?

Biometrics are basically fingerprints and photographs that are needed of citizens or residents of specific countries. If you are applying for q Visitor Visa then you may need to give your fingerprints and photographs, it depends on country to country.

Some citizens of the country need to provide fingerprints or photographs, not all countries need to provide those. Once you have submitted your application, you have 30 days to submit your fingerprints and photographs. Here is the list of those countries that needs biometrics:

List of countries:

Afghanistan
Albania
Algeria
Bangladesh
Burma (Myanmar)
Cambodia
Colombia
Democratic Republic of Congo
Egypt
Eritrea
Haiti
Iran
Iraq
Jamaica
Jordan
Laos
Lebanon
Libya
Nigeria
Pakistan
Palestinian Authority
Saudi Arabia
Somalia
South Sudan
Sri Lanka
Sudan
Syria
Tunisia
Vietnam
Yemen

Shabnam Akrami

Shabnam Akrami is the Managing Partner and Founder of Akrami & Associates. p> Prior to receiving her Paralegal Diploma with Honours, she completed her Law Degree from the UK at the University of London as well as completed a Post Graduate Diploma. In addition, she has also graduated from York University where she received both her Bachelor in Criminology and Masters in Socio-Legal Studies. She is also a Member in good standing with Law Society of Upper Canada. Prior to opening her own firm, she gained extensive experience in corporate immigration law; specializing in work permits, temporary resident permits and rehabilitation cases. She has in depth and hands on experience in all Canadian Immigration and Citizenship matters. These matters include preparation and submission of applications for permanent residence, work permits, NAFTA applications, labour market opinions, temporary resident permits, sponsorships, and business investors. Shabnam is dedicated to all her clients and committed to the successful completion of all the immigration matters in her care. With Shabnam, there is always a way!