If your Canada visa application is rejected, you can re-apply again at anytime, provided that your rejection letter does not forbid you from re-applying. However, you can re-apply only if your situation has changed or you have additional information that may help you get a Canada visa approval.

Applying as a tourist – applicable to those traveling to Canada for leisure, sight-seeing, or other miscellaneous purposes. According to the government of Canada, in order to apply as a tourist, you must:

• have a valid travel document, such as a passport,
• be in good health,
• have no criminal or immigration-related convictions,
• convince an immigration officer that you have ties—such as a job, home, financial assets or family—that will take you back to your home country,
• convince an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit, and
• have enough money for your stay.

Applying as a businessperson – applicable to those travelling to Canada for investment or business related purposes. According to the government of Canada, business applicants must have:

• a letter of invitation from your potential business partner in Canada; and
• 24-hour contact details for that person.
• Identification cards or proof of employment.

In addition, you must show that:

• you plan to stay for less than six months,
• you do not plan to enter the Canadian labour market,
• your main place of business, and source of income and profits, is outside Canada,
• you have documents that support your application and
• you meet Canada’s basic entry requirements.

Applying to visit children or grandchildren – a super visa is available for those wishing to visit children or grandchildren in Canada. In order to be eligible, you must demonstrate:

• your ties to your home country,
• the purpose of your visit,
• your family and finances,
• the overall economic and political stability of your home country, and
• an invitation from a Canadian host.

Additionally, you must also:

• prove that your child or grandchild in Canada meets a minimum income threshold,
• provide a written statement from that child or grandchild that he or she will give you financial support,
• have valid Canadian medical insurance coverage for at least one year and
• have an immigration medical exam.

Aside from applying for a visa directly, you can also take advantage of a variety of federal programs aimed at helping newcomers through their applications process. Those looking to work in Canada can consider the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Provincial Nomination Program, while those looking to reunite with family can leverage Canada’s Family Sponsorship Program.

Work and Study Permits

If you’re looking to work or study in Canada, you’ll require additional permits on top of your visitor’s visa. You must apply for your work permit or study permit independently of your visa, from the Government of Canada website.

Read more about Canada Visa Application or Download Application Form here.