C&A Insights Team
Canada's Business Visa Vs. Tourist Visa
The difference between a tourist visa and a business visa is the purpose of entering Canada.
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Qualifications
A business visitor must:
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Demonstrate a temporary stay of less than six months without entering the Canadian labour market;
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Provide evidence of main business operations and income sources outside of Canada;
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Support their application with valid documents;
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Meet Canada's basic entry requirements; and
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Pose no criminal, security, or health risks to Canadians.
Activities as a Business Visitor in Canada
As a business visitor in Canada, your activities can range from:
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Purchasing Canadian goods or services for a foreign entity.
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Taking orders.
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Attending various business events.
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Providing after-sales service.
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Training employees for a Canadian parent company or a Canadian branch of a foreign firm.
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Undergoing training with a Canadian company that has sold you equipment or services.
SYNOPSIS OF BUSINESS VISITOR VISA.
The Business Visitor Visa in Canada serves as a pathway for individuals who wish to explore business opportunities, attend conferences, or engage in other business-related activities within the country, without entering the Canadian labour market.
Business visitors are allowed to stay in Canada for up to six months and engage in a wide range of activities such as attending meetings, signing agreements, or attending trade shows, among others.
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