{"id":23785,"date":"2026-06-21T23:57:32","date_gmt":"2026-06-21T23:57:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/broadgate.ca\/?page_id=23785"},"modified":"2026-06-22T00:05:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T00:05:15","slug":"trv","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/broadgate.ca\/fa\/trv\/","title":{"rendered":"Visitor Visa\/ Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"23785\" class=\"elementor elementor-23785\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c06b107 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"c06b107\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-extended\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0d42ce1 sc_inner_width_none sc_content_align_inherit sc_layouts_column_icons_position_left sc_fly_static\" data-id=\"0d42ce1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f1d852a sc_fly_static elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"f1d852a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<!-- ===== BroadGate \u2014 Visitor Visa \/ TRV page widget. 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transform:translateY(20px);} to{opacity:1; transform:translateY(0);} }\r\n  @keyframes bgtrvLine{ to{ transform:scaleX(1); } }\r\n  @keyframes bgtrvRingIn{ from{opacity:0; transform:scale(.85);} to{opacity:1; transform:scale(1);} }\r\n  @keyframes bgtrvFloat{ 0%,100%{transform:translate(0,0);} 50%{transform:translate(-12px,12px);} }\r\n\r\n  \/* reveal-on-scroll *\/\r\n  .bgtrv__reveal{ opacity:0; transform:translateY(24px); transition:opacity .6s ease, transform .6s cubic-bezier(.2,.7,.2,1); }\r\n  .bgtrv__reveal.is-in{ opacity:1; transform:translateY(0); }\r\n\r\n  @media (prefers-reduced-motion:reduce){\r\n    .bgtrv *{ animation:none !important; }\r\n    .bgtrv__reveal{ opacity:1; transform:none; transition:none; }\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width:860px){\r\n    \/* stack the CTA: text on top, image below, both centered *\/\r\n    .bgtrv__cta{ grid-template-columns:1fr; text-align:center; }\r\n    .bgtrv__cta-text{ text-align:center; padding-bottom:0; }\r\n    .bgtrv__cta p{ margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto; }\r\n    .bgtrv__cta-row{ justify-content:center; margin-bottom:8px; }\r\n    .bgtrv__cta-eyebrow{ justify-content:center; }\r\n    .bgtrv__cta-media img{ max-width:320px; }\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width:680px){\r\n    .bgtrv__h{ flex-direction:column; gap:4px; }\r\n    .bgtrv__toc ol{ grid-template-columns:1fr; }\r\n    .bgtrv__intro{ border-radius:18px; margin-left:12px; margin-right:12px; }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"bgtrv\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- ===== Intro \/ hero band ===== -->\r\n  <header class=\"bgtrv__intro\">\r\n    <div class=\"bgtrv__intro-sheen\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"bgtrv__grid-tex\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"bgtrv__wrap\">\r\n      <p class=\"bgtrv__eyebrow\">Visit Canada<\/p>\r\n      <h1 class=\"bgtrv__title\">Your <span class=\"it\">Visitor Visa<\/span> for Canada<\/h1>\r\n      <p class=\"bgtrv__lede\">\r\n        A visitor visa \u2014 formally a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) \u2014 is the document that lets citizens of\r\n        visa-required countries travel to Canada for tourism, to visit family, or for business. It is an\r\n        official sticker placed in your passport showing that you meet the requirements to come to Canada as\r\n        a temporary resident. Whether you need a TRV or an electronic travel authorization (eTA) depends on\r\n        your citizenship and how you plan to travel.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/header>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"bgtrv__body\">\r\n    <div class=\"bgtrv__wrap\">\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===== Table of Contents ===== -->\r\n      <nav class=\"bgtrv__toc bgtrv__reveal\" aria-label=\"On this page\">\r\n        <h2>On this page<\/h2>\r\n        <ol>\r\n          <li><a href=\"#trv-what\">What is a Visitor Visa (TRV)<\/a><\/li>\r\n          <li><a href=\"#trv-eta\">Visitor Visa vs. eTA<\/a><\/li>\r\n          <li><a href=\"#trv-elig\">Eligibility Requirements<\/a><\/li>\r\n          <li><a href=\"#trv-apply\">How to Apply<\/a><\/li>\r\n          <li><a href=\"#trv-docs\">Documents You May Need<\/a><\/li>\r\n          <li><a href=\"#trv-stay\">Validity, Length of Stay &amp; Extensions<\/a><\/li>\r\n          <li><a href=\"#trv-fees\">Fees &amp; Processing Times<\/a><\/li>\r\n          <li><a href=\"#trv-faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\r\n        <\/ol>\r\n      <\/nav>\r\n\r\n      <!-- 1. What is a Visitor Visa -->\r\n      <section class=\"bgtrv__sec bgtrv__reveal\" id=\"trv-what\">\r\n        <h2 class=\"bgtrv__h\"><span class=\"num\">01<\/span> What is a Visitor Visa (TRV)<\/h2>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__h-rule\"><\/div>\r\n        <p>\r\n          A <strong>visitor visa<\/strong>, officially called a <strong>Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)<\/strong>,\r\n          is an official document issued by <strong>Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)<\/strong>\r\n          and placed in your passport. It shows that you have met the requirements to enter Canada as a temporary\r\n          resident \u2014 for example as a tourist, to visit family, or for business.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__note\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 16v-4M12 8h.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n          <div>You must obtain a TRV <strong>before you travel<\/strong>. You cannot get one on arrival in Canada. A visitor visa also does not, on its own, let you work or study \u2014 those activities require the appropriate permit.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p>\r\n          A TRV is most often issued as a <strong>multiple-entry visa<\/strong>, which lets you travel to Canada\r\n          more than once while it remains valid. Approval of a visa does not guarantee entry: a Canada Border\r\n          Services Agency (CBSA) officer makes the final decision at the port of entry.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n\r\n      <!-- 2. Visitor Visa vs eTA -->\r\n      <section class=\"bgtrv__sec bgtrv__reveal\" id=\"trv-eta\">\r\n        <h2 class=\"bgtrv__h\"><span class=\"num\">02<\/span> Visitor Visa vs. eTA<\/h2>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__h-rule\"><\/div>\r\n        <p>\r\n          Not everyone needs a visitor visa. Whether you need a <strong>TRV<\/strong> or an\r\n          <strong>electronic travel authorization (eTA)<\/strong> depends on your country of citizenship,\r\n          the travel document you hold, and how you plan to arrive.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__cards\">\r\n          <div class=\"bgtrv__card\">\r\n            <div class=\"bgtrv__card-ic\">\r\n              <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M4 7h16M4 12h16M4 17h10\"\/><\/svg>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <h3>Visitor Visa (TRV)<\/h3>\r\n            <p>Generally required for citizens of visa-required countries, regardless of how they travel to Canada. It is a counterfoil placed in the passport.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"bgtrv__card\">\r\n            <div class=\"bgtrv__card-ic\">\r\n              <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M2 12s3-7 10-7 10 7 10 7-3 7-10 7-10-7-10-7z\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <h3>eTA<\/h3>\r\n            <p>Generally for citizens of visa-exempt countries flying to or transiting through Canada by air. It is linked electronically to the passport.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"bgtrv__card\">\r\n            <div class=\"bgtrv__card-ic\">\r\n              <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M9 12l2 2 4-4\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><\/svg>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <h3>Neither (some travellers)<\/h3>\r\n            <p>U.S. citizens and certain other travellers may not need either document. The IRCC entry-requirements tool gives the answer for your specific situation.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__note\" style=\"margin-top:18px;\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 16v-4M12 8h.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n          <div>Entry-document rules change. <strong>As of May 26, 2026<\/strong>, some citizens of Indonesia and Malaysia who meet certain requirements may be eligible to apply for an eTA instead of a visitor visa to travel by air \u2014 set by IRCC and subject to change. Always confirm your own requirement on the official IRCC \"Find out if you need a visa\" tool before applying.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n\r\n      <!-- 3. Eligibility -->\r\n      <section class=\"bgtrv__sec bgtrv__reveal\" id=\"trv-elig\">\r\n        <h2 class=\"bgtrv__h\"><span class=\"num\">03<\/span> Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__h-rule\"><\/div>\r\n        <p>To be approved for a visitor visa, you must satisfy an officer that you meet Canada's requirements. In general, you must:<\/p>\r\n        <ul class=\"bgtrv__list\">\r\n          <li>hold a valid travel document, such as a passport<\/li>\r\n          <li>be in good health, and complete a medical exam if required<\/li>\r\n          <li>have no criminal or immigration-related convictions that make you inadmissible<\/li>\r\n          <li>convince an officer that you have ties \u2014 such as a job, home, financial assets, or family \u2014 to your home country<\/li>\r\n          <li>convince an officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your authorized stay<\/li>\r\n          <li>have enough money to support yourself during your visit and to return home<\/li>\r\n          <li>meet any additional requirements that apply based on your country of residence<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__note\" style=\"margin-top:18px;\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 16v-4M12 8h.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n          <div>The amount of money you need depends on how long you will stay and whether you will stay in a hotel or with friends or family. There is no single fixed figure \u2014 the officer assesses whether your funds are sufficient for your specific trip.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n\r\n      <!-- 4. How to Apply -->\r\n      <section class=\"bgtrv__sec bgtrv__reveal\" id=\"trv-apply\">\r\n        <h2 class=\"bgtrv__h\"><span class=\"num\">04<\/span> How to Apply<\/h2>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__h-rule\"><\/div>\r\n        <p>Most visitor visa applications are submitted online. The general process includes:<\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__steps\">\r\n          <div class=\"bgtrv__step\">\r\n            <h3>Confirm You Need a Visa<\/h3>\r\n            <p>Use the IRCC entry-requirements tool to check whether you need a TRV, an eTA, or neither, based on your citizenship and how you'll travel.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"bgtrv__step\">\r\n            <h3>Gather Your Documents<\/h3>\r\n            <p>Prepare your passport, photos, proof of funds, purpose of travel, and any supporting documents for your situation.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"bgtrv__step\">\r\n            <h3>Complete and Submit Your Application<\/h3>\r\n            <p>Fill out the application (typically the IMM 5257 form) and submit it through your IRCC secure account, paying the required fees.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"bgtrv__step\">\r\n            <h3>Give Biometrics (if required)<\/h3>\r\n            <p>Most applicants must give fingerprints and a photo at a Visa Application Centre after applying. You generally need to do this within the timeframe stated in your letter.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"bgtrv__step\">\r\n            <h3>Wait for a Decision<\/h3>\r\n            <p>If approved, IRCC will ask for your passport so the visa counterfoil can be placed inside, or \u2014 for online applications from visa-exempt travellers \u2014 issue the appropriate entry document.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n\r\n      <!-- 5. Documents -->\r\n      <section class=\"bgtrv__sec bgtrv__reveal\" id=\"trv-docs\">\r\n        <h2 class=\"bgtrv__h\"><span class=\"num\">05<\/span> Documents You May Need<\/h2>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__h-rule\"><\/div>\r\n        <p>The exact documents depend on your situation and the visa office responsible for your application, but commonly requested items include:<\/p>\r\n        <ul class=\"bgtrv__list\">\r\n          <li>a valid passport or travel document<\/li>\r\n          <li>photos meeting IRCC's specifications<\/li>\r\n          <li>proof of funds, such as bank statements or pay records<\/li>\r\n          <li>a letter explaining the purpose of your trip<\/li>\r\n          <li>an invitation letter from a host in Canada, if applicable<\/li>\r\n          <li>proof of ties to your home country, such as employment, property, or family<\/li>\r\n          <li>travel history and a copy of any previous Canadian visas<\/li>\r\n          <li>any additional documents requested by your local visa office<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__note\" style=\"margin-top:18px;\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 16v-4M12 8h.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n          <div>A complete, well-organized application helps avoid delays. Missing documents or incomplete forms are among the most common reasons for processing delays and refusals.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n\r\n      <!-- 6. Validity, length of stay & extensions -->\r\n      <section class=\"bgtrv__sec bgtrv__reveal\" id=\"trv-stay\">\r\n        <h2 class=\"bgtrv__h\"><span class=\"num\">06<\/span> Validity, Length of Stay &amp; Extensions<\/h2>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__h-rule\"><\/div>\r\n        <p>\r\n          A multiple-entry visitor visa is typically issued for up to <strong>10 years, or until your passport\r\n          expires \u2014 whichever comes first<\/strong>. The visa's validity is how long you can use it to travel to\r\n          Canada; it is separate from how long you can stay on each visit.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <p>\r\n          On each entry, visitors are usually allowed to stay for up to <strong>six months<\/strong>, unless the\r\n          border services officer authorizes a different period and notes it in your passport. The officer decides\r\n          your authorized length of stay when you arrive.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__note\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 16v-4M12 8h.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n          <div>If you want to stay longer, you generally must apply to <strong>extend your stay (a visitor record)<\/strong> from inside Canada <strong>at least 30 days before<\/strong> your current status expires. Extending your stay is a separate process from holding a valid TRV.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n\r\n      <!-- 7. Fees & processing times -->\r\n      <section class=\"bgtrv__sec bgtrv__reveal\" id=\"trv-fees\">\r\n        <h2 class=\"bgtrv__h\"><span class=\"num\">07<\/span> Fees &amp; Processing Times<\/h2>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__h-rule\"><\/div>\r\n        <p>\r\n          A visitor visa application has a government processing fee, and most applicants also pay a separate\r\n          biometrics fee. Processing times vary widely depending on the visa office handling your application\r\n          and your country of residence.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__note\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 16v-4M12 8h.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n          <div><strong>As of June 2026<\/strong>, the IRCC visitor visa processing fee is <strong>CAD $100 per person<\/strong> (with a maximum of <strong>CAD $500<\/strong> for a family of five or more applying together), and the biometrics fee is <strong>CAD $85 per person<\/strong> (maximum <strong>CAD $170<\/strong> per family) \u2014 these amounts are set by IRCC and subject to change. Confirm the current fees on the official IRCC fee page before you pay.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p>\r\n          Processing times are not the same for everyone. They can range from a couple of weeks at some low-volume\r\n          offices to several months at high-volume offices, and they do not include the time needed to give\r\n          biometrics or to complete any medical or security checks.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__note\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 16v-4M12 8h.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n          <div>Because timelines shift frequently, IRCC publishes a live processing-time tool. Check the current estimate for your country and program before you plan travel dates.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n\r\n      <!-- 8. FAQ -->\r\n      <section class=\"bgtrv__sec bgtrv__reveal\" id=\"trv-faq\">\r\n        <h2 class=\"bgtrv__h\"><span class=\"num\">08<\/span> Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__h-rule\"><\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__faq\">\r\n          <details>\r\n            <summary>Do I need a visitor visa or an eTA?<span class=\"ic\">+<\/span><\/summary>\r\n            <div class=\"ans\">It depends on your citizenship, the travel document you hold, and how you'll travel. Generally, citizens of visa-required countries need a TRV, while citizens of visa-exempt countries flying to Canada need an eTA. U.S. citizens and some others may need neither. The official IRCC \"Find out if you need a visa\" tool gives the answer for your specific situation.<\/div>\r\n          <\/details>\r\n          <details>\r\n            <summary>How long can I stay in Canada on a visitor visa?<span class=\"ic\">+<\/span><\/summary>\r\n            <div class=\"ans\">Visitors are usually allowed to stay up to six months per entry, but the border services officer decides your authorized length of stay when you arrive and may set a different date. The visa's own validity \u2014 often up to 10 years or until your passport expires \u2014 is separate from how long you can stay on each visit.<\/div>\r\n          <\/details>\r\n          <details>\r\n            <summary>Can I work or study on a visitor visa?<span class=\"ic\">+<\/span><\/summary>\r\n            <div class=\"ans\">No. A visitor visa does not authorize work or study on its own. Working generally requires a work permit, and studying a program longer than six months generally requires a study permit. In some cases you may be able to apply to change your status while in Canada, depending on the rules in effect at the time.<\/div>\r\n          <\/details>\r\n          <details>\r\n            <summary>What if my visitor visa application is refused?<span class=\"ic\">+<\/span><\/summary>\r\n            <div class=\"ans\">If your application is refused, IRCC sends a letter explaining the reasons. There is no formal appeal of a visitor visa refusal, but you can reapply with stronger documentation that addresses the concerns raised \u2014 for example, clearer proof of funds or stronger evidence of ties to your home country. Each new application requires paying the fees again.<\/div>\r\n          <\/details>\r\n          <details>\r\n            <summary>Can I extend my stay once I'm in Canada?<span class=\"ic\">+<\/span><\/summary>\r\n            <div class=\"ans\">In many cases, yes. You generally apply to extend your stay as a visitor (a visitor record) from inside Canada, and you should apply at least 30 days before your current status expires. You should not assume an extension will be granted, so apply early and maintain valid status while you wait for a decision.<\/div>\r\n          <\/details>\r\n          <details>\r\n            <summary>Does approval guarantee I can enter Canada?<span class=\"ic\">+<\/span><\/summary>\r\n            <div class=\"ans\">No. A visitor visa lets you travel to Canada, but a Canada Border Services Agency officer makes the final decision at the port of entry. You must still satisfy the officer that you meet entry requirements and that you'll leave at the end of your authorized stay. The officer can refuse entry or set the length of your stay.<\/div>\r\n          <\/details>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__note\" style=\"margin-top:20px;\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\/><path d=\"M12 16v-4M12 8h.01\"\/><\/svg>\r\n          <div>This page is <strong>general information, not legal advice<\/strong>, and does not guarantee any outcome. Immigration rules, fees, and processing times change. For advice on your specific situation, speak with a licensed immigration consultant (an RCIC regulated by the CICC) and confirm current requirements on the official IRCC website.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n\r\n      <!-- ===== CTA ===== -->\r\n      <section class=\"bgtrv__cta bgtrv__reveal\">\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__cta-text\">\r\n          <p class=\"bgtrv__cta-eyebrow\">Talk to a Licensed Expert<\/p>\r\n          <h2>Planning a visit to Canada?<\/h2>\r\n          <p>Our licensed team can help you confirm whether you need a TRV or eTA, prepare a strong application, and apply with confidence.<\/p>\r\n          <div class=\"bgtrv__cta-row\">\r\n            <a href=\"#book\" class=\"bgtrv__btn bgtrv__btn--primary\">\r\n              Book a Consultation\r\n              <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg>\r\n            <\/a>\r\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/broadgate.ca\/free-immigration-assessment\/\" class=\"bgtrv__btn bgtrv__btn--ghost\">Free Assessment<\/a>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"bgtrv__cta-media\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/broadgate.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/chosen_transparent-2-scaled.png\" alt=\"BroadGate founder\" loading=\"lazy\">\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<script>\r\n\/* Reveal-on-scroll. 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