Canada Tightens Borders: No More 10-Year Visas As Immigration Policies Shift

The IRCC stated that this shift is part of a broader plan to manage temporary immigration levels, address housing issues, and control the rising cost of living.

Under the revised policy, frequent visitors to Canada may now face shorter visa durations and increased application costs, impacting those traveling regularly for work or leisure.

Previously, Canada offered both multiple-entry and single-entry visas, with applicants automatically considered for the 10-year multiple-entry option, allowing multiple trips until one month before the passport’s expiration.

The maximum-validity multiple-entry visa is no longer standard. Officers now have more flexibility in issuing either a single or multiple-entry visa and determining its validity based on each applicant’s unique circumstances.

The cost for a Canadian visitor visa remains at CAD 100 per person, with no price difference between single and multiple-entry visas.

This policy aligns with Canada’s recent immigration initiatives to balance immigration levels and address infrastructure challenges. Canada also plans to gradually reduce its permanent residency target, aiming to address economic and social needs sustainably.