Temporary residence covers the main immigration routes used to visit, study or work in Canada for a limited period. Each category has its own purpose, eligibility rules and conditions, and an applicant’s immigration history and temporary intent can be important.
At a glance
- Visitor visas and visitor status
- Study permits and student compliance
- Employer-specific and open work permits
- Extensions, restoration and status transitions
Purpose and temporary intent
Temporary residence applications should clearly explain why the applicant seeks entry or continued stay and how the proposed activity fits the immigration category requested.
Status and conditions
Visitors, students and workers must comply with the conditions of their status. Expiry dates, maintained status, restoration and changes in activity can affect what a person may lawfully do in Canada.
Evidence and immigration history
Finances, family circumstances, travel history, prior refusals, previous Canadian applications and the credibility of the proposed plan can all be relevant.
Choosing the correct application
A visitor visa is not a work permit, and a study permit is not general authorization to work. The appropriate application depends on the actual purpose and legal authority required.
Official government resources
Use these official sources for the current program rules, forms and government instructions.
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