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Travel history for Canadian visitor visa

Farhad’s sister recently moved to Canada. He misses her and wants to visit her. However, as an Iranian citizen, Farhad needs a visitor visa to travel to Canada. He has heard travel history is essential for a Canadian visitor visa. Nonetheless, Farhad has never left his country in the past. Will that be a problem?

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Officers consider travel history as a factor for a visitor visa., is there a legal basis for associating visitor visas with travel history, why do they do it, let us help.

It is not uncommon to see a refusal letter that includes the following sentence:

I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection ??? of the IRPR , based on your travel history. For study permit replace ??? with 216(1)(b). For work permit replace it with 200(1)(b), and for visitor visa 179(b).

A recent report by CIMM shows officers continue refusing visitor visa applications for spouses based on their travel history. Of course, they have also mentioned other factors in their March 2022 report . Here is an excerpt:

In 2019, top refusal grounds for a temporary resident visa for spousal sponsorship applicants were due to the inability to establish that the person would leave at the end of their authorized stay (R179(b)) and related to either purpose of travel, family ties , assets, travel history , or current employment. Source: canada.ca

In a landmark decision by Federal Court in 2009, Justice Harrington concluded that travel history is neutral at best. Consequently, the officers may favour those who have travelled outside their home country. However, they may not refuse an application based on a lack of travel history. Paragraph 12 of the decision reads as follows:

[12] Lack of previous travel can only at most be a neutral factor . If one had travelled and always returned, the visa officer’s concerns might be lessened. If one came to Canada, claimed refugee status and was not permitted to stay here on humanitarian and compassionate grounds, an application for a temporary work permit would obviously heighten suspicions. Dhanoa v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2009 FC 729 (CanLII), https://canlii.ca/t/24ttn , retrieved on 2022-07-01

Some recent decisions by Federal Court corroborate this decision. Here are some examples:

• Kouyate v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2021 FC 622 (CanLII), https://canlii.ca/t/jhjtw , see paragraphs 5 and 10
• Chantale v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2021 FC 544 (CanLII), https://canlii.ca/t/jgnhp , see paragraph 9
• Perez Pena v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2021 FC 491 (CanLII), https://canlii.ca/t/jgnhl , see paragraph 29
• Patel v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2020 FC 517 (CanLII), https://canlii.ca/t/j95zp , see paragraph 18

Of course, the recency of these decisions shows that Dhanoa v. Canada is still valid. Therefore, practitioners may refer to that decision in their submission letters or requests for reconsideration .

The Federal Court offers judicial oversight for the immigration authorities. Consequently, one expects the officers to respect multiple decisions by the Court and stop refusing applications based on travel history. Well, our records show otherwise. It is confusing why this practice continues. Of course, until we see a change, you have no choice but to consider travel history as a factor in processing your study permit, work permit, or visitor visa application.

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How to Get a Canada Travel History Report for Your Future Visa Applications

A Travel History Report, as per the CBSA , is a record of a traveler’s entries, exits, or both into Canada. Should you need to use it in your visa applications, you can request online or through a representative. You can read our guide on How to Get a Canada Travel History Report .

Information is available for entries made on or after August 1, 2000, by all travelers entering Canada. It may take 30 days to get a Canada Travel History Report. If you have a plan for a visa application, you need to do it beforehand.

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When Not to apply for a Canada Travel History Report

The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) collect your travel history on your behalf. Choose the “yes” option on your application form.

• Applying for Canadian Citizenship (Adult and Minor)
• Applying for a Permanent Resident card

How to make a request a Canada Travel History Report under the Privacy Act

Who can request.

You must be applying for yourself and be one of the following:

• Canadian Citizen
• Permanent Resident

Steps in getting a Travel History Online Under the Privacy Act

STEP 1 : Go to this link and click “continue”.

STEP 2 : Go to Request for Personal Information.

STEP 3 : Select which answer is correct for you, for example, yourself.

STEP 4 : Search for the “Canada Border Services Agency” and click it.

STEP 5 : Exit to Pilot Site and click “Next.”

STEP 6 : Read the Privacy Notice.

STEP 7 : Answer the questions asked.

STEP 8 : State the Record you are asking – Travel History.

STEP 9 : Attach documents – to support your application.

STEP 10 : Review the things you have typed and submit it.

STEP 11 : Wait for the travel history to be sent to you.

Steps in getting a Travel History Under the Privacy Act through a Written Request

STEP 1 : Fill in this Personal Information Request Form . Request from the Canada Border Service Agency. Please also put details like date of birth and name or passport number if you are requesting for travel history. Sign the form.

STEP 2 : Send the request by mail to:

Canada Border Services Agency Access to Information and Privacy Coordinator 333 North River Road 14th Floor, Tower A Vanier, Ontario K1A 0L8

Or Fax to 343-291-7012.

STEP 3 : Wait for the travel history to be sent to you.

How to Request a Canada Travel History Report under the Access to Information Act

Requests with regards to:.

• Information about CBSA
• Information created CBSA
• Not in Canada
• Not a Canadian Citizen
• Not a Permanent Resident

Steps in getting a Travel History Online Under the Access to Information Act

STEP 1 : Go to this link and “continue.”

STEP 2 : Go to Request General Records.

STEP 3 : Skip this since we already know which institution to choose.

STEP 9 : Attach documents – to support your application. If you are a representative, you will need to upload Authority to Release Personal Information to a Designated Representative .

STEP 11: Pay a fee of $5.

STEP 12 : Wait for the travel history to be sent to you.

Steps in getting a Travel History Under the Access to Information Act through a Written Request

STEP 1 : Gather the following Documents:

• Access to Information Request Form . Request from the Canada Border Service Agency. Type details like date of birth and name or passport number of the person you are asking the travel history for. Sign the form.
• Authority to Release Personal Information to a Designated Representative . Should you be the representative of a person.
• Cash Payment or Check or Money Order of $5 to Receiver General for Canada

It will take mostly 30 days to process your request for a Canada Travel History Report. You can apply for yourself with the Privacy Act. If you can’t do so, get a representative in Canada. I hope this will be helpful, especially in your Visa Applications.

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Thank you very much! This info is very helpful. It should be posted on official Canadian government website.

It’s on their website

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A Perfect Purpose of Travel for Canada Visitor Visa (Sample Letter)

“What is the meaning of ‘The Purpose of Travel Letter’ in relation to obtaining a Canada Visitor Visa?”

It is a type of Statement of Purpose (SOP) letter that you must submit very carefully to avoid a Canada visitor visa refusal.

While applying for a temporary resident visa (TRV) or a visitor visa , you must provide a solid purpose of travel Canada visitor visa letter, or you might get a rejection via email including messages like these:

“I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on the purpose of your visit.”

“the purpose of your visit to Canada is not consistent with a temporary stay given the details you have provided in your application”

This guide will review the requirements for a Purpose of Travel Letter and provide a sample letter for a Canada Visitor Visa to demonstrate what an ideal letter should look like.

• Purpose of Your Trip : Clearly state whether you intend to travel for work or recreation. Be truthful and provide information supporting your purpose.
• Reason for Choosing Canada : Explain why you are visiting Canada instead of other countries. This could be due to tourism interests, attending events, or visiting relatives.
• Travel Itinerary : Include a detailed travel itinerary answering questions like when and where you intend to come to Canada, where you will stay, other cities you intend to visit, and when you plan to leave Canada.
• Financing Your Travels : Mention how you will finance your travels, including how much money you have and will bring. If someone else is financing your trip, mention this and provide proof.
• Intention to Return to Your Country : You intend to return to your home country once your trip ends. Reasons for family ties, jobs, or property/assets in your home country.
• Details About Your Health : Include relevant details, such as significant health conditions, recent surgeries, and COVID-19 vaccination status.
• List of Documents : The list of documents to include with the temporary visa application includes an identity document, Proof of vaccination, Bank statements, and a signed invitation letter from a Canadian resident.

What is the Purpose of a Travel Letter?

The Purpose of Travel letter describes your background, what you intend to do in Canada, and your intention to return to your home country. Canadian visa officers typically review this letter when they assess temporary visitor visa applications. Such letters are important because they can demonstrate you can be trusted to enter Canada and leave according to the Government of Canada’s rules .

What Should You Write in Purpose of Travel Letter?

A Canadian visa officer typically wants to see that you have a valid reason to enter Canada, have the funds to support your trip, are in good health and intend to leave before your visa expires.

Below is a detailed breakdown of the different things to include in your purpose or travel letter.

1. Purpose of Your Trip

• Your letter should state whether you intend to travel for work or recreation.
• You must be truthful, as the rest of your letter will include information backing up this purpose.
• You should note that recreation can include any number of activities, including general tourism, attending events, or visiting relatives.

2. Your Reason for Choosing Canada

• A Canadian visa officer will also be interested in knowing why you are visiting Canada instead of other countries.
• If you’re visiting as a tourist, express your interest in exploring Canada’s diverse cities, natural beauty, and cultural heritage.
• If you’re attending a wedding or a similar family or friend-hosted function, highlight this reason. Explain how the event connects you to Canada and adds significance to your visit.

3. A Travel Itinerary

You will also have to include a detailed travel itinerary that answers:

• When do you intend to come to Canada?
• Which city do you intend to land in?
• Where do you intend to stay?
• Are there any other cities you intend to visit or stay in?
• When do you intend to leave Canada?

4. Who is Financing Your Travels

A Canadian visa officer must also see that you can finance your travels. Therefore, you should mention how much money you have in your bank account and how much you will bring with you. If someone else is financing your trip, you must mention this and ask them to provide proof.

5. Your Intention to Return to Your Country

You must also state that you intend to return to your home country once your trip ends. You can directly state the date you intend to leave Canada. However, you will also need to supplement this with additional reasons. This could include:

• Family ties in your home country
• A job or property/assets you need to return to your home country

6. Details About Your Health

You should also include any relevant details about your health. For example, you can talk about any significant health conditions you suffer from or recent surgeries. You should also mention which COVID-19 vaccines you have received and the appropriate vaccination dates.

7. List of Documents

Lastly, list any documents you will include with your temporary visa application. This includes:

• Identity document
• Proof of vaccination
• Bank statements
• A signed letter from the person inviting you to visit Canada (if applicable)

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The Purpose of Travel Canada Visitor Visa Sample Letter

You can demonstrate that you will return to your home country with the help of the given Purpose of Travel for Canada Visitor Visa Sample Letter.

Applying for Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)

August 1, 2022.

Rahul Sharma Flat No. 90, The Amaryllis Apartments Karol Bagh, NEW DELHI, 110005 INDIA

Attn.: Visa officer

Subject: Canadian Visitor Visa Application

Dear Sir/Madam,

I have recently been invited to attend my brother’s wedding in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. My brother, Virat Sharma, who is a Canadian citizen, has planned to host the wedding ceremony on February 14th, 2023, and I would like to enter Canada for two weeks, from February 8 to 21, 2023, to attend the event.

My Travel History

I previously visited Canada for one week in August 2013 to help accompany my brother, Virat Sharma, before he started his education at York University. I have remained in India since then and have maintained steady employment in New Delhi’s IT industry.

My Employment and Savings

My current employer is Kbeattech, a Digital Solutions Company based in New Delhi. I receive a fixed salary of INR 100,000 or CAD $1,600 per month as a programmer and currently have INR 2,300,000 or CAD $37,400 in savings stored in my primary bank account in India. You can review my savings in the bank statement attached to my temporary visitor visa application.

I intend to bring approximately CAD $7,000 with me for my visit to Canada and will pay for my full expenses during my stay.

Travel Details

I will be residing at my brother’s residence at 303 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 1M7, Canada, once I arrive on February 8, 2023. I will stay at this residence for the duration of my visit. My brother’s contact number is 647-000-0000.

The wedding will be held at Mississauga Grand Banquet & Event Centre, 35 Brunel Rd, Mississauga, ON L4Z 3E8, Canada. I intend to visit different attractions such as Dundas Square, Kensington Market, and the CN Tower in the Greater Toronto Area during my stay. I have no intention of venturing outside this region.

Health and Vaccination Details

I am also in good health and have remained free from major health issues in my life. I have received two COVID-19 vaccinations to date. These are:

• Moderna Vaccine (First Shot): Received on June 21st, 2021
• Moderna Vaccine (Second Shot): Receive on July 14th, 2021

I have attached my vaccination certificate with my temporary visa application.

Intention to Return to India

I intend to leave Canada by February 21st, 2023, via Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. My parents, Akash Sharma and Kinshuk Sharma reside at my residence in New Delhi, and I intend to return to them after my trip to Canada. I have also informed my employer that I will be returning to work by February 22nd, 2023

I would appreciate your support in issuing a temporary visitor visa before my intended travel date so that I may arrive in time to help organize and participate in my brother’s wedding. I have included the information requested in the original application package. Please contact me at +91 2136-724890 or [email protected] if you need me to submit additional information or documents for my application.

Yours Sincerely,

____[SIGNATURE LINE]____

Rahul Sharma

Expense/Funds Summary

• Total Bank Balance in my account: INR 2,300,000 or CAD $37,400
• Funds I am bringing to Canada: INR 430,000 or CAD $7,000

Note: The documents and other items I have enclosed along with my application are summarized below: Passport

• Letter of Invitation from My Brother, Virat Sharma
• A copy of my birth certificate and my brother’s birth certificate
• A copy of the relevant passport page containing the temporary visitor visa from my previous visit to Canada.
• Copy of the airline e-tickets for my round trip to Toronto
• Proof of funds (My bank statement from the past six months)
• Statement from my bank manager describing my financial history.
• A letter from my employer, Kbeattech
• Completed and Signed the Application form
• Pictures of my parents and brother
• Copy of my Identity Card
• Six recent photos

Other Types of Purpose of Travel Sample Letters

The above sample letter should be helpful if you intend to visit a sibling in Canada. However, depending on your background and travel reasons, you may need to adjust it.

For example, a sample letter to demonstrate the purpose of travel for a Canada visitor visa for parents would need to include a marriage certificate and details demonstrating the relationship between parents.

Similarly, a purpose-of-travel Canada tourist visa sample letter would need to include additional details about each city you will visit and where you will stay. So, it would help if you mentioned hotels , hostels , or Airbnb rentals you will reside at.

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FAQs: Purpose of Travel Letter for Visitor Visa Canada

These are some frequently asked questions about Purpose of Travel Letter for Canada visitor visa.

What are the common purposes for which I can apply for a Canada Visitor Visa?

• Tourism : Exploring Canada’s scenic beauty and cultural attractions.
• Visiting Family or Friends : Reuniting with loved ones residing in Canada.
• Business Meetings or Conferences : Attending professional events.
• Short-Term Courses or Workshops : Enhancing skills or knowledge.
• Medical Treatment : Seeking healthcare services in Canada.

How do I determine my purpose of travel when applying for a Canada Visitor Visa?

• Specify your purpose of travel in your visa application.
• Provide clear and accurate information about why you wish to visit Canada.
• Describe the activities you plan to engage in during your stay.

Can I apply for a Canada Visitor Visa for multiple purposes of travel?

• Yes, you can apply for a Canada Visitor Visa for multiple purposes.
• Ensure that your application clearly outlines all intended activities.
• Provide appropriate supporting documents for each purpose.

Creating the perfect Purpose of Travel letter can be challenging for most applicants. However, you may still struggle to provide the correct details to convince Canadian visa officers to issue you a visitor visa, as each case is unique and needs additional information.

You can book a consultation with our experts if you need assistance creating the perfect Purpose of Travel letter . Our team is led by Keshav Sharma, a Registered Canadian Immigration Consultant with years of experience.

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Access to Information and Privacy Travel History Report

In this section.

A Travel History Report is a record of a traveller's entries, exits or both into Canada. This information is collected by the Canada Border Services Agency ( CBSA ).

Retention period for a Travel History Report is 15 years.

The CBSA began collecting traveller exit information on foreign nationals (excluding American citizens) entering the United States from Canada on June 30, 2013 . As of July 11, 2019 , the CBSA collects exit information on all travellers (including Canadian and American citizens) in the land mode and in the commercial air mode as of June 25, 2020 . Exit data may also be requested through the Travel History Report.

Highway Passage Reports may also be requested; however, they indicate only that a specific licence plate has been recorded, and do not show the people travelling in the vehicle.

Information collected for Travel History Reports

The records for both Entries and Exits include:

• date of birth
• citizenship
• date of entry
• location of the port of entry, and
• any document numbers associated with that travel, such as a passport number

When not to ask for a Travel History Report

When you request your Travel History Report directly from the CBSA it can take up to 30 days to complete. There are many reasons you may require your report, but sometimes requesting it directly is not the best option. When your travel history is needed as part of an application, such as the application for Canadian citizenship, check the form for the option to release your report. Using this option means that you will not have to request it yourself. When this option is available, requesting the report directly from the CBSA will cause a significant delay to your application process. Listed below are the three applications that do not require you to request your report directly from the CBSA .

Applying for Canadian Citizenship: Adults and Minors

If you are applying for Canadian Citizenship, you do not need to request your Traveller History Report from the CBSA. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) can collect the report on your behalf when needed since consent to share information about the entry/exit information is no longer required.

Applying for Canadian Citizenship: Unaccompanied Minor

If you are applying for Canadian Citizenship you do not need to request your Traveller History Report from the CBSA . Checking "Yes" on page 6, Question 9 (b) of your application form permits Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada ( IRCC ) to collect the report on your behalf.

Applying for a Permanent Resident card

If you are renewing or applying for a Permanent Resident Card you do not need to request your Traveller History Report from the CBSA . Checking "Yes" on page 3, (Section 7) Consent to Disclose Information allows IRCC to collect the report on your behalf.

Getting your Travel History report

If you have checked the When not to request your Travel History Report section and still need to request a copy, you can apply online by following the instructions on the Access to Information and Privacy online request page. Note that it may take up to 30 days to process your request.

If you are applying for yourself, you can do so under the Privacy Act, which is a free service provided by the Government of Canada.

If you are applying for someone else, you must provide form BSF745 - Authority to Release Personal Information to a Designated Representative completed by the party you are representing.

To get a highway passage report, provide the licence plate number and a copy of the vehicle's ownership. If you are not the owner, you will need to provide the CBSA with a BSF745 form completed by the owner of the vehicle.

When requesting your Travel History Report, you must indicate whether you are seeking your exit information, your entry information, or both. Exit information is limited and will only be included when specifically requested.

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Application for a Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa - TRV)

You need to give your biometrics.

In most cases, you now need to give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics) after you apply.

Find out who needs to give biometrics and how the new application process works.

Biometrics and the application process

We refer to your fingerprints and photo as biometrics. We collect biometrics for most applications. Find out what happens from when you submit your application to when you get to Canada and where biometrics fits in the process.

1. Apply for your visitor visa, study permit or work permit

If you want to visit, study or work in Canada, make sure you’re eligible to apply. Use our application guides to help fill out your application properly, then submit your application.

Avoid processing delays by sending us a complete application .

2. Get your fingerprints and photo taken

If you’re between 14 and 79 years old, you probably need to give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics).You only need to give your biometrics once every 10 years to make repeat trips to Canada easier.

• You must pay the  biometrics fee   when you submit your application.  Otherwise you may experience delays.
• Get this done  as soon as you get the letter  from us that tells you to give biometrics.
• You have  30 days  to do this from the date on the letter.

Find out who needs to give , how to give , and  where to give your biometrics .

COVID-19: Biometrics deadline

Some biometrics collection sites are closed. If the site closest to you is closed, we’ll extend your deadline to give your biometrics. Find out how COVID-19 is affecting biometrics .

3. We process your application

After we get your biometrics, we start processing your application. See how long it takes to process your application.

If we need more information from you, we’ll contact you.

4. We make a decision on your application

When we finish reviewing your application, we let you know if you’re approved to come to Canada. If you are, we issue your documents.

If your application is refused, we send you a letter that tells you why.

5. You travel to Canada (if you’re approved)

Make sure you travel with the documents we gave you. This includes travel documents like a visitor visa, study or work permits or an eTA (electronically linked to your passport).

Airline staff and border service officers at ports of entry will ask to see your travel documents. If you don’t have them, you may not be able to board your flight to Canada.

Make sure children under 18 travel with the right documents .

6. We check your identity when you arrive in Canada

When you arrive, we check your identity to make sure that you are the same person who was approved to travel to Canada. We may use your biometrics to do this.

If we can’t verify your identity, you may be detained by a border services officer. These officers help protect the health and safety of Canadians.

If the officer determines that you’re not admissible to Canada, you won’t be allowed to enter Canada. If you came by air, you’ll have to take a return flight to where you came from.

7. You’re allowed to enter Canada

If you pass the identity check and meet the entry requirements , the border services officer stamps your passport and lets you know how long you can stay in Canada. You’re normally allowed to stay in Canada for up to six months.

Children under 18 must meet the same entry requirements as adults. The border services officer may ask minor children to show other documents depending on whether the child is travelling alone or with someone.

Basic entry requirements

You must meet some basic requirements to enter Canada. You must:

• have a valid travel document, like a passport
• be in good health
• have no criminal or immigration-related convictions
• convince an immigration officer that you have ties—such as a job, home, financial assets or family—that will take you back to your home country
• convince an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit
• The amount of money you will need depends on how long you will stay and if you will stay in a hotel, or with friends or relatives.

Some people are not admissible to Canada, which means they are not allowed to enter the country. You can be inadmissible for several reasons, including being involved in:

• criminal activity
• human rights violations
• organized crime

You can also be inadmissible for security, health or financial reasons.

Find out more about inadmissibility .

Biometrics fee

• Individual  applicant: CAD $85
• Families applying at the same time : maximum total fee of CAD $170
• Groups of 3 or more performing artists and their staff  who apply for work permits at the same time: maximum total fee of $CAD 255

You can apply online or on paper (in specific situations) for:

• visitor visas (also known as temporary resident visas)
• super visas (for parents and grandparents)
• transit visas

Apply online

Before you apply, make sure you need a visa to enter Canada. Find out what document you need to enter Canada .

You must have both of these to apply online:

• access to a scanner or camera to create electronic copies of your documents to upload
• a valid credit card to pay with

How you apply depends on what you apply for. Select the document you want to apply for to get instructions:

Visitor visa : Option 1 of 3

Apply for a visitor visa

Super visa (for parents and grandparents) : Option 2 of 3

Apply for a super visa

Transit visa : Option 3 of 3

Apply for a transit visa

Apply on paper (in specific situations)

Before you apply , make sure you need a visa to enter Canada. Find out what document you need to enter Canada .

Read the instruction guide to get all the details to apply on paper.

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Once you have read the guide, you can prepare your application package. You must select the country or territory from which you will apply to get your local visa office instructions.

Permanent residents of Canada

We do not issue temporary resident visas (TRV) to permanent residents (PR). If you are outside Canada without a valid PR card, you must apply for a permanent resident travel document (PRTD) instead. If you meet the requirements for a PRTD, you can return to Canada as a PR.

If you no longer want to be a PR, or if you know you do not meet the requirements to keep your PR status, you can voluntarily give up (renounce) your PR status to apply for a TRV.

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Planning a Canada Tourist Trip: Sample Itinerary for Visitor Visa Application

Blog Written By: Navornadmin on 30/01/2023 ; 5 mins read

Day 1: Arrival in Toronto

Arrive at Toronto Pearson International Airport

Check-in to hotel in downtown Toronto

Visit CN Tower for a panoramic view of the city

Explore the Distillery District, a historic area with shops, restaurants, and art galleries

Grab dinner at one of Toronto's popular restaurants

Day 2: Toronto

Take a tour of the Royal Ontario Museum

Visit the University of Toronto and walk through the picturesque campus

Take a ferry to Toronto Islands and relax at the beach

Have dinner at a waterfront restaurant in the Harbourfront area

Day 3: Toronto to Niagara Falls

Drive to Niagara Falls, stopping at the picturesque town of Niagara-on-the-Lake en route

Take a boat tour of Niagara Falls

Visit the Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort

Check-in to hotel in Niagara Falls

Day 4: Niagara Falls

Take a helicopter tour of Niagara Falls

Visit the Maid of the Mist boat ride

Visit the Butterfly Conservatory

Visit the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens

Day 5: Niagara Falls to Ottawa

Drive to Ottawa, the capital of Canada

Visit the Canadian Museum of History

Visit the Canadian War Museum

Visit the Canadian Museum of Nature

Check-in to hotel in Ottawa

Day 6: Ottawa

Take a guided tour of Parliament Hill

Day 7: Ottawa to Montreal

Drive to Montreal, Quebec

Visit the Notre-Dame Basilica

Visit the Mont Royal Park

Visit the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts

Check-in to hotel in Montreal

Day 8: Montreal

Visit the Old Montreal

Visit the Montreal Science Centre

Visit the Montreal Botanical Garden

Visit the Montreal Biodome

Day 9: Montreal to Quebec City

Drive to Quebec City

Visit the Citadelle of Quebec

Visit the Place Royale

Visit the Château Frontenac

Check-in to hotel in Quebec City

Day 10: Quebec City

Visit the Quebec City Museum of Fine Arts

Visit the Basilique-Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-Quebec

Day 11: Quebec City to Halifax

Take a flight to Halifax, Nova Scotia

Visit the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

Visit the Halifax Public Gardens

Visit the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

Check-in to hotel in Halifax

Day 12: Halifax

Visit the Point Pleasant Park

Visit the Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

Day 13: Halifax to Sydney

Take a flight to Sydney, Nova Scotia

Visit the Cape Breton Island

Visit the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site

Check-in to hotel in Sydney

Day 14: Sydney to Departure

Visit the Bras d'Or Lake

Visit the Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Visit the Cape Breton Miners' Museum

Return to Halifax for departure

Please note that this is a sample itinerary and can be adjusted to suit individual preferences and travel plans. Also, make sure to check the current COVID-19 rules and restrictions before planning your trip.

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Record your trips outside Canada

As a temporary or permanent resident, it’s a good idea to write down your trips outside Canada by air, land or boat, including day trips to the United States. You’ll need this information when you apply for a new Permanent Residence card and when you apply for citizenship .

The travel journal is an easy way to record trips outside Canada. Keep it with your passport or other travel documents. This is not an official document and we don’t need to see it. It’s just to help you remember your trips. You won’t need to send it to us with your application.

Download the travel journal

What to record

• The date you left and the date you came back to Canada, even if it’s the same day
• Countries you visited
• Why you left – give examples like vacation, work, family, etc.
• Include any day trips (less than 24 hours), including to the United States
• When the journal is full, keep it safe and print a new copy

Example of how to fill out the travel journal

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7 Foolproof Ways to Build Your Travel History

A strong travel history is an important factor when applying for visas. While it is not a mandatory requirement, it can significantly improve your chances of a successful application. If you hold a travel document (passport) that is considered weak (like the Nigerian passport), then a strong travel history can help strengthen it when you apply for visas or travel to your dream destinations .

In this article, I will highlight steps you can take as a new traveller to build your travel history and make your (tourist) visa application process a little less painful. I also have another article detailing some useful tips to help improve your chances for a successful application.

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Please note that it is ultimately up to the visa officer to determine whether or not your application is successful. These are only tips to help increase your chances of that happening. They cannot guarantee whether or not you get a visa. That being said, let’s jump right in!

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What is Travel History?

Travel history (for visa application purposes) refers to the countries you have visited in the past outside your home country . Several countries request applicants to name places they have been to in the last 5 – 10 years, including the date of entry and exit.

I am not a visa officer, but I believe this information provides an indicator of your track record with previous visas and stays in the countries listed, what countries you are visiting, and to confirm whether or not you are a genuine traveller.

Let me explain better:

Confirming your track record via your travel history

Scenario 1 : Your previous tourist visa to the United States was successful. However, in your application, you had stated that you would be there for a 2-week holiday, but your travel history shows that stayed there for 6 months.

What this could say about you: Technically, you haven’t breached the terms of your visa. After all, the Point of Entry (POE) officer does stamp your passport for a stay of up to 6 months. However, if you do not have a substantial reason for this extension, it could indicate that your reason for the trip was not genuine in the first place.

It might also indicate that you breached your visa conditions by working in the US or that you do not have steady employment if you have claimed that you do. It is rare to find a company that gives that much paid time off to employees. This in turn then speaks about your financial situation and could lead to more scrutiny of your application at best.

Confirming the countries you are travelling to

Did you truthfully state all the places you have been to and how long you have stayed there? Have you recently been to a country with an epidemic or conflict? Do you often visit such countries? What was the purpose of your visit to these places? These are some of the questions that a travel history could help provide answers to.

Confirming the genuineness of your application

Scenario 2 : In the last 3 months, you went from having a new passport with no travel history to visiting 3 visa-free and visa on arrival countries in West and East Africa for tourism. In month 4, you apply for a visa to the UK .

What this could say about you: This could indicate that you visited these countries to build a travel history for the sole purpose of applying for a UK visa.

This one is a bit tricky because one of my tips for building a strong travel history is to visit countries like these. However, I advise that you take the approach of genuinely visiting these places for the experiences and spreading out your travels.

Now that we have talked in detail about what travel history is and what they represent, let’s talk more about how to build a strong one. Here are 7 tips to help you do so:

1. Visit visa-free countries or those that offer evisas or a visa on arrival

A good first step to building a strong travel history is to invest in travel to visa-free countries or those that give you a visa on arrival or an evisa. It is even better when the country places a visa sticker in your passport booklet, but stamps could help too.

Now, you have to be intentional about the places you choose to go. For example, if you live in Nigeria and visit Benin , Togo , or Ghana for a holiday, then immediately apply for a fairly difficult visa thereafter, your visa application may get denied, especially if other parts of your application are not very strong.

What you can do instead is to visit nearby countries, visa-free, countries with evisas and visas on arrival and then apply to a country with a fairly easy application process.

PS : I am not saying that you cannot get a visa to a “big name” country if the only places you have travelled to are neighbouring countries. All I am saying is that application processes tend to get easier if you build your travel history well.

2. Apply to countries with fairly easy visa application processes

“All visa applications are equal, but some applications are more equal than others” – Not George Orwell

Provided you meet all the application requirements and can prove strong home ties, the visa application processes for some countries are fairly easy. Some of these places include South Africa , India , Morocco, a few countries in Europe, etc.

Remember, the more visa approvals you get, the stronger your travel history.

3. Join a group tour

Another way to build a good travel history is to join group tours by reputable companies that have packages that are inclusive of visa processing. I have seen packaged trips from tour companies in Nigeria to South Africa , Morocco , Egypt , Turkey , and Jordan, to name a few.

Take advantage of this but be careful to only go with reputable companies to avoid getting scammed.

4. Save the big names for later

Some countries are dream destinations for many Nigerians, but these countries have the toughest visa application processes. To avoid multiple visa denials from these places, it is important to strengthen your application as much as you can.

This involves having good finances and a steady income, strong home ties, crime-free records and of course, a strong travel history.

It may make more sense to defer your visit to these places until such a time when you check all the boxes for a successful application. Refer to the first 3 tips if in doubt.

5. Make use of your visas

Once you do get a visa from a “big name” country, be sure to use it properly if you have the means to. For example, did you know that a valid US visa can help you get into over 20 more countries as a Nigerian passport holder? Or that a valid Schengen, UK, Irish, Canadian, or Japanese visa can take you to more places as well?

If you’re looking to expand your travel history, this is a great way to do so.

6. Solidify your application and home ties

As I have stated earlier, more visa approvals equal stronger travel history. When you apply for a tourist visa, the visa application officer wants to know four main things:

• Is the purpose of your trip genuine?
• Would you return to your home country once your trip is over?
• Do you have enough funds to cover your trip? Are your finances in order?
• Would you pose a security threat if you are allowed to enter the said country?

It is your job as the applicant to supply all necessary documentation to help the visa officer come to a positive conclusion.

Here are ways to do that:

Prove that your trip is genuine

• Submit your travel itinerary, inclusive of your hotel and return flight reservations
• Submit complete stated requirements for your visa type
• If you are invited for an interview, be sure to communicate precisely and concisely what your travel plans are.
• Present photocopies of other visas that you have received.

Prove that you would return to your home country (home ties)

• Employed? Submit a copy of your employment and promotion letters (on official company paper, with stamp, signature and date)
• Submit an introduction letter from your company detailing your position, salary and the length of your employment, confirming that you have been given time off work and your position will be kept until your return, and state whether this time off is paid or unpaid.
• Also, present a self-introduction letter or a cover letter
• Submit your admission letter or letter from your school department if you are a student
• For retirees: present a copy of the retirement certificate
• Marriage certificates and photos of family are also good to present
• Details of community involvement and activities
• For self-employed applicants: Present your business documents e.g., Permit, Memorandum & Certificate of Incorporation, Certificate of Registration, certified bank statements
• Details of your properties and businesses in your home country
• Tax certificates, etc.

Prove that you are in good financial standing

• Submit a bank statement showing a healthy inflow, outflow and balance to cover your trip.
• Avoid unexplained lump sum payments into your account when you print your statement. This is a huge red flag and is often the basis for denial. If this is unavoidable, you should provide a letter explaining the source of the funds.
• Submit your pay stubs if you are employed
• If you are self-employed, it is good practice to separate your business account from your personal one and pay yourself a consistent figure monthly.
• If you are retired and you receive a pension, submit a letter to show that
• Lastly, if you have other savings or investment accounts, you should also submit statements showing that.

Prove that you would not pose a security threat

• A few embassies do ask for a police report. So, if you are asked for that, you should submit one showing a crime-free record

7. Keep an eye on your finances

Finally, in building a good travel history, you would need to travel more. For Nigerians, most countries that place a sticker on your passport cost fairly more than say neighbouring countries or those that don’t. This means you might have to make some financial adjustments to be able to afford your trips.

It is always a good idea to live within or even below your means, cut costs where you can and have a separate travel fund. Of course, none of these applies if you’re Richie Rich! 🙂

Anyway, I hope these tips help and wish you success in your quest to strengthen your passports, build a strong travel history and visit your dream destinations!

Have I missed anything? Please share your best tips for building a strong travel history with me and other readers. Also, I would love to hear about your visa application journey.

• What is the easiest visa you have applied for to date?
• What is the cheapest visa you have applied for to date?
• What is the toughest visa you have applied for to date?
• Your funniest/weirdest/most annoying visa application denial (if any)
• The visa application process you’re dreading
• Finally, the one you are most looking forward to.

I’ll go first in the comment section and will love to hear from you too!

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I got a Uk visitor visa refusal due to financial inconsistency. You made mention of having a separate personal account from salary account. I want to ask for POF account, will it be only inflow of money and must i use both accounts? How long should i wait after building a travel history before i reapply for my next UK visa?

Hi Ezinne, sorry about the refusal. Regarding the separation of your salary account and personal account, I think you might have misunderstood me. I was referring to entrepreneurs and individuals who run their own businesses. In this case, your business account should be separate and you should pay yourself a consistent monthly salary. This is a good practice even outside visa applications.

If you are employed, it is likely that your salary account will also be your personal account and this is what you should submit. This account must show a consistent inflow of income from your employer, as well as, a fairly consistent spending pattern. You may also include any other accounts (such as an investment account) to support this. As for the wait time, there’s no specific time period. 6 months is usually the window given but you can apply at anytime when there’s a considerable change in your circumstances.

Myself is Akash Younus from Pakistan studying in Baku, Azerbaijan holding a resident permit. I am 20 years old and enrolled in business administration in Bechalors it’s been 5 months in Azerbaijan and was willing to apply for Poland in management of digital marketing not in q small city. I got rejected! Why?

1:- There are reasonable doubts that you will not leave terrorism after the visa expiry

2:- There are reasonable doubts regarding the reliability of the statement you made about the purpose of your stay in the territory of Poland due to the evidence that is available to the authority or due to the objective circumstances that the purpose of the stay could be different than declared.

Documents attached:-

 Visa application form  Azerbaijan resident card  Picture  Passport (Valid till 2027)  Cover letter  Motivation letter  Invitation the letter from the university  Adletters from the university  Curriculum vitae  Educational documents  Bank statement (Own)  Employment Letter (Sponsor)  Bank statement t of the sponsor  Salary slips of sponsor  Accommodation proof in Poland  TraveInsurancece  Tickets Reservation (Confirmed both sides)

My sponsor is my elder brother he lives in Poland as an accounts manager he pays taxes.

So what should I do? Should I make travel history from Azerbaijan and then apply again next semester in a different Schengen country like Slovakia because I was admittinto Slovakia

Looking forward to seeking your guidance

Hello Akash, I’ve responded to your message on IG but just to reiterate that I am not in the best position to provide guidance regarding visas other than tourist visas. It will be best to seek the opinions of others who have more experience applying for other visa types.

I dont have travel history yet, but my husband has been in UAE for 5 years, we just got married. i applied to US on a P3 visa but got denied. I’m pregnant and wish to give birth in a country that offers citizenship by birth. I’m considering mexico, there is no stamp of refusal on my passport….what can u advise i do pls

Hi Faustina, I don’t know much about the P3 visa but generally, your visa application will be based on your own merit and no one else’s. I also don’t have much knowledge about giving birth in other countries. You can try asking this question on Nairaland – there’s more first-hand information available there.

Hey, quick question. in 2018 I applied for a b2 USA visa and I got rejected quickly. Back than I was a student who has never travel before. in 2019 I got a Schengen visa and I visited Germany for a week and then France for another one. This year I got a Canada visitor visa and i visited for a month in the summer ( i bought the ticket in February when I got the visa ). I’m planning on applying again to the b2 us visa to visit new York and Miami. Do you think I have a good travel history? will it help? will the previous rejection be a problem?

Hello, yes, I think those countries you have visited are great candidates for a strong travel history. It also seems that your circumstances have changed – which is what the visa officer is hoping to see after a previous rejection. Only the visa officer can determine whether your application is successful or not but I think you have a good chance for a successful application this time around – provided you also have strong ties to your home country (e.g. a good job, marriage, kids, etc). Goodluck!

You givee some information about Schengen visa

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Hi Ama, I must commend your effort in detailing on general procedures. Even travel agents you pay will still keep you in the dark. Thumbs up! Kindly give me an example of a community involvement supporting document and an advisable minimum balance as good financial standing. Thanks

Hi Bellwether, thanks for your comment. Regarding financial standing, there is no single number I can recommend. Some countries give a number, others don’t. They need to know if you can afford the trip – aka, do you earn enough to do so? Do you have enough money left in your account after your trip? Does your budget vs your income make logical sense? etc…

Community involvement is an optional document and may include certificates or letters of participation/recommendation for activities you volunteer for or participate in within your community.

Hi! So I was in Russia for the world cup(2018), I stayed up till December 1, which I wasn’t supposed to initially as stated in the E.visa for the WC. The reason for that was actually the Russian president after the final match declared that anyone with that type of visa could stay till December 31. Long story short the embassy confirmed it in Moscow that I could stay or decide to go and come back until the said time. Now I’m applying for a study visa in Germany and I don’t know if it’s going to help or make it worse lol and I’m being sponsored in btwn.. thanks

Hello Abidi, there are a few things to consider here. If your stay was legal, then you should not have much to worry about. Although, as I mentioned in the post, staying an extra 6 months, though legal, can still raise some doubts about your travel intentions in the visa officer’s mind.

Having said that, this post focuses mainly on people applying for tourist visas. The process and scrutiny may be a little different for study visas.

Hello,this is fawwad here from India and i am working in Dubai,i am working in dubai on employment visa ,i already travel dubai and qatar. now i planning to move schengen. can you assist??????

Hi Fawwad, sorry, I am not familiar with relocation processes to the EU.

Nice article. Would definitely come in handy soon. Thank you for sharing.

You’re welcome! Thanks for reading and looking forward to reading about your future adventures!

Lovely write up Amarachi…still dont have the travel history..will save this write up for later..its very informing as always

Thanks, Bella! Wish you success in your future applications.

Easiest sticker visa: Morocco. Toughest visa: Overall, I’d say the US. Cheapest visa: Kenya evisa at $51. Weirdest denial: Angola. Visa applications I’m dreading: Indonesia and Thailand. The ones I’m most looking forward to are South Korea and Japan.

Why did Angola deny our star girlll?! Hehe. This is a very solid post.

Haha, don’t mind them! The day I went, everyone who was at the embassy was denied unjustly. They later overturned the decision for my colleagues who had to be in the country urgently but by then, I didn’t need to go anymore.

It could be that they used the denial to generate money for their Embassy/High Commission. You know embassies generate revenue for their ministry of interior.

Probably, but I don’t see the point, specifically for the Angolan embassy in Nigeria. Anyway, I hope they’re doing better now and not denying visas unjustly!

Please do u think lack of previous travel may affect a visa outcome for Australia cuz I just applied

Only the visa officer can determine this. A good travel history simply gives you a bit more advantage, it is not the only factor that immigration officers consider but it is an important one. I wish you good luck.

Please can you tell me how you started the Australia visit visa process. It’s so hard than I thought 🤔

All the process is online, u visit the official homeaffairs website and register immacount where u fill all online form and scan your documents pay the fee n u will be sent a biometrics request letter to go for biometrics at vfs global in lag or Abuja, book appointment with vfs go for it n ur done

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Include a letter with your application stating that you havent travelled, btw how did you receive ur passport if u didnt travel??  

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f_karar said: Hi guys I am writing SOP , I need your advice how I can cover travel history because I have never travel outside my country.. To be honest I never got a chance to travel Thanks Click to expand...

wandermom said: Just state the reason/s why you never traveled. You can say you focused on your studies or your career. Click to expand...

stellar79 said: does studying in another city counts???? and what about occasional long distance trips in country??????????????? Click to expand...

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You don't have to worry. There are many people in the history of the world who have gone to other countries for the very first time ... and had become successful and famous! You have to understand that VO is looking for a reason to refuse you even if he suspects that you will not return back to your home country. So, you have to give him reason not to. I can provide you with some of the things. For that, you need to show that you have strong ties back in your home country. - Family Ties : You have to make sure you tell in your SOP that you have strong family ties in your home country (only home country). Properties under your name or family members / family business in your home country will provide strong reason for you to come back and handle business affairs in your family. You must avoid mentioning any relatives who are in Canada already as this is quite unnecessary in relation to your studies. Stay away from this topic as this would cast doubts in VO's mind straight away. - Financial Stability : You have to understand how they calculate this. For all of Canada (except Quebec) Tuition plus $10,000 for a 12-month period (or $833 per month). In Quebec, Tuition plus $11,000 for a 12-month period (or $917 per month). So, calculate your financials accordingly ( Source ) - Job Guarantee : If you have worked somewhere and can get a letter from your employer stating that they would love to have you back because you were an asset to them. This will act as a security for your future that you have good standing in your home country and would be coming back to take this job. For more details (such as Elderly Parents, etc), Look at : Home Ties Guide/How Do You Establish Close Ties to Home?/Summary Hope this would help!  

hi express, i have my sister already in canada.....what i m going to write????  

nidhi777 said: hi express, i have my sister already in canada.....what i m going to write???? Click to expand...

It's not considered wrong to have family in Canada and it's not your fault but when applying for a student visa, you have to prove that you will return to your home country when your visa expires. Lack of ties to your home country as well as family in Canada may contribute to CIC believing that you do not intend to leave Canada when your visa expires.  

HemdonG said: Include a letter with your application stating that you havent travelled, btw how did you receive ur passport if u didnt travel?? Click to expand...

Thank you XpresEnterprise & wandermom ! Really appreciate your help  

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Well if you want to join your sister for example... You don't have any option... As family sponsorship allows someone to sponsor everyone but sisters or brothers... I really don't know why... I know that because my brother is citizen in Canada and have talked to tones of lawyers regarding this and there is no way through that path...  

For what I understand from CIC you should prove you have money enough to pay for your tuition + 10,000 CAD for your first-year living there (THIS IS AT LEAST... IF YOU SHOW MORE IS BETTER) .. So I think you should prove to have at least 30-35K CAD.. you don't need only bank statements.. You can also show bank account reports... Prove of owning cars and properties... How much the person who is sponsoring you earns monthly and so on... This is from CIC: You must prove that you can support yourself and the family members who accompany you while you are in Canada. You can prove that you have sufficient funds to support yourself in Canada by showing some of the following: proof of a Canadian bank account in your name if money has been transferred to Canada;proof of a student/education loan from a financial institution;your bank statements for the past four months;a bank draft in convertible currency;proof of payment of tuition and accommodation fees;a letter from the person or institution providing you with money; andproof of funding paid from within Canada if you have a scholarship or are in a Canadian-funded educational program.  

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