12/02/2024
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I hope that you will get valuable information from this regarding Temporary Resident Visa Application.... please read my advise!
Applicant says:
"Hi. I am applying for Canada visitor visa, i am preparing documents. Please answer my few questions as its my first time.
1) is it mandatory to have a hotel booking? How can i have a valid hotel booking without losing any money.
As i dont have a credit card, can i book hotel from my friends credit card??? Is there any way of booking a hotel without paying anything?
2) how to book a flight? Do i have to pay in advance? Is there any way of flight reservation as a proof without paying.
Please Help."
MY GENERAL ADVISE IS:
While I agree with previous comments that confirmed flights are not yet necessary, providing projected departure and return dates, accomodation details and your day to day itinerary while in Canada are a must. After all, as a tourist visiting any country, you are expected to have your trip pre-planned and not an unplanned visit. Tourist actually plan their trips. Case processing officers look at hundreds of visa applications on a weekly basis and they can tell at a glance if you are a genuine temporary visitor or not. This is in particular to visitor who are required to secure a visa before travelling to Canada specially if you do not have a good travel history.