A multiple entry visa allows you to enter and exit Canada multiple times during its validity period. This guide explains how to get a multiple entry tourist visa, business visa, or visitor visa.
Single vs Multiple Entry Visa
- Single Entry: Allows one entry to Canada. Once you leave, you need a new visa to return.
- Multiple Entry: Allows unlimited entries during validity period (up to 10 years). Each entry allows stay up to 6 months.
Who Gets Multiple Entry Visa?
IRCC typically grants multiple entry visas to applicants with:
- Strong travel history (previous visas to Canada, US, UK, Schengen)
- Frequent business travelers applying for business visa
- Regular family visitors applying for family visa
- Strong financial profile and ties to home country
How to Increase Chances of Multiple Entry
- Show previous travel history (passport stamps, visa copies)
- Demonstrate need for multiple trips (business meetings, family visits)
- Show strong financial capacity
- Provide clear itinerary showing potential return trips
Validity Period
Multiple entry visas are typically valid for:
- Up to 10 years or until passport expires (whichever comes first)
- Each entry allows stay up to 6 months
- No limit on number of entries during validity
Fees
Multiple entry visa fees are the same as single entry: CAD $100 (₹6,500) for tourist and visitor visas. IRCC decides entry type based on your profile.
Multiple Entry Visa Services
- Canada Business Visa - Multiple entry for frequent business travelers
- Canada Tourist Visa - Multiple entry for regular tourists
- Canada Family Visa - Multiple entry for family visits
- Canada Super Visa - Multiple entry up to 10 years
- Canada Visa Consultation - Multiple entry strategy
