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If you require a Temporary Resident Visa to visit Canada, you may be asked to provide a Letter of Invitation from someone in Canada. The letter could be from a friend, relative or business associate. It depends on the reason for your visit as to who would write the letter of invitation.
Please understand that a letter of invitation will not guarantee that a visa will be issued to you. The Visa Officer will determine whether you meet the requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
Please note that the following are guidelines only. If you wish, you can contact and retain Canada Welcomes You to help you in the process required to get a Temporary Resident Visa to visit in Canada.
Person in Canada who is inviting visitor:
You will send your letter of invitation to the person you are inviting to Canada. Your letter must include the following information about the person being invited:
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Complete name and Date of Birth
The person's address and telephone number
Your relationship to the person being invited
The purpose of the trip
How long the person you are inviting intends to stay in Canada
Details on accommodation and living expenses
The date the person you are inviting intends to leave Canada |
Your letter must also include the following information about Yourself:
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Complete name and Date of Birth
Address and telephone number in Canada
Occupation
Whether you are a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident
Photocopy of a document proving your status in Canada. For instance, a Canadian birth certificate if you were born in Canada or a Canadian citizenship card if you are a naturalized citizen. If you are Permanent Resident, you must send proof of your permanent resident status (a copy of your PR card or your IMM 1000 proof of landing). |
Some visa offices may require that your letter be notarized by a Notary Public. Send your letter (notarized if necessary) to the person you are inviting to Canada. They must then submit this letter to the Canadian Embassy or Consulate outside of Canada when they apply for their Temporary Resident Visa.
See a complete list of countries and territories whose citizens require a Temporary Resident Visa to enter Canada
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