Ottawa: Canada has introduced a significant change to its tourist visa policy, discontinuing 10-year multiple-entry visas, a move that may impact frequent travelers to the country. The new guidelines grant immigration officers increased discretion in issuing visas, allowing them to assess each application individually and decide on the appropriate type and duration based on travel purpose and applicant background.
This updated approach reflects Canada’s response to rising immigration pressures and concerns over visa overstays, aiming for a more controlled and responsible entry process. Frequent visitors who previously relied on the long-term multiple-entry option for business, family visits, or tourism may now face shorter or single-entry visas.
Canadian authorities emphasize that the new policy seeks to balance security and immigration control while still maintaining accessibility for genuine visitors, marking a shift in how the country approaches tourism and immigration management.
