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What is a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)?

Are you considering applying for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) to visit Canada? Learn everything you need to know about TRPs with our comprehensive guide.

Who is TRP for?

A Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) is a travel permit issued to individuals who are inadmissible to Canada but can establish a credible and significant reason for their visit. It may be issued in cases where the applicant does not meet the requirements of any other program or if there are exceptional circumstances.

What are the criteria for obtaining a TRP?

The primary criterion for obtaining a TRP is admissibility to Canada. Applicants must convince the visa officer of a valid and justified reason for their visit. TRPs are issued at the discretion of the visa officer and are considered only under exceptional circumstances.

What is the duration and entry validity of a TRP?

TRPs are typically issued for a limited time period, but in some cases, they may be issued for up to three years. They usually allow for single entry, and become invalid once the holder has departed from Canada. Multiple entry TRPs may be approved by an officer and are valid until the specified period or until cancelled.

What are the conditions for TRP holders?

TRP holders are not permitted to work or study in Canada unless they are issued with respective permits. They must leave Canada before the expiry of the permit or apply for a new TRP if they wish to maintain their temporary status. If a TRP is cancelled, the holder must leave Canada immediately or face deportation.

Yes, individuals who have been deemed inadmissible or barred from entering Canada may apply for a TRP if they can establish a valid and justified reason for their visit.

TRP holders cannot work or study in Canada unless they are issued with the respective permits. However, if a TRP is valid for at least 6 months, the visa officer may consider issuing a work or study permit.

If your TRP is cancelled, you will receive a letter explaining the reasons for the decision. You must leave Canada immediately or face deportation. However, you will have an opportunity to respond and address the issues raised before the cancellation takes effect.

TRPs usually allow for single entry, and become invalid once you have departed from Canada. If you need to re-enter Canada and are still inadmissible, you will need to apply for a new TRP. However, at times, officers may approve a multiple entry TRP valid until the specified period or until cancelled.

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