Canada•North AmericaTemporary Resident Permit (TRP)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
6 to 12 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Special permit issued under exceptional circumstances for inadmissible foreign nationals. Available to victims of trafficking, family violence, or those in state care. Valid 6-12 months.
A Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) is issued to foreign nationals who would otherwise be inadmissible to Canada but face exceptional circumstances warranting authorization to enter or remain. Primarily used for victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, or those in state care.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
1 day
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Passport or travel document
Identification if available
OptionalEvidence of trafficking/abuse/care
Documentation of victim status
Medical evidence
If applicable, medical records showing trauma or injury
OptionalPolice statement
If applicable, statement from authorities
OptionalTrack your documents or upload them for AI-powered review
Advantages
- Allows stay for vulnerable individuals
- No cost for vulnerable persons
- Provides time to assess immigration options
- Allows access to support services
- Can lead to other visa options
Considerations
- Temporary status only
- Can be cancelled at any time
- Limited to exceptional circumstances
- No direct path to permanent residency
- Case-by-case assessment required
Application Process
Gather information
Document circumstances for TRP request (trafficking, abuse, state care)
Contact IRCC
Submit enquiry through official IRCC web form or contact immigration office
Provide documentation
Submit evidence supporting need for protection and TRP
IRCC assessment
IRCC reviews circumstances and determines TRP eligibility
Decision
TRP approved or denied based on case review
Application Forms
Temporary Resident Permit Request
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