Policy Statement : Visitor visas will be restricted to single entries, and applicants must provide a valid police clearance certificate issued within three months of the application date.
Visa applications failing to meet these criteria will be denied.
- PurposeTo enhance public safety and ensure the integrity of Canada’s visa system by introducing stricter entry requirements for visitor visas.
- ScopeApplies to all foreign nationals applying for Canadian visitor visas.
- Definitions
- Visitor Visa: Authorization for temporary entry into Canada for tourism, family visits, or short-term business purposes.
- Police Clearance Certificate: A document confirming the applicant’s criminal record status.