HEC Montréal's designated learning institution number is O19359011058.
Temporary resident visas (TRV) are required for nationals of certain countries. They are needed for entering Canada and returning after a trip abroad.
Renewing your TRV is not mandatory if you do not need to leave Canada and return by air. However, we recommend renewing it so that you remain free to travel in the event of an emergency.
Before applying
You may apply for a new TRV only after obtaining an extension of your study permit or your post-graduation work permit.
Before starting your application, learn about the application process and check current processing times by selecting the following options:
- What are you applying for? Temporary residence (visiting, studying, working)
- Which temporary residence application? Visitor visa (from inside Canada)
Submit an application
There is a fee for this application: See list of fees.
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Log in or create your MyCIC account by clicking “Canadian Interac Sign-In Partner” or “GCKey username and password.” Forgot your sign-in details? If you are having trouble logging in, check the help section on the loggin page or create a new account.
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Click the link “Apply to come to Canada.”
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Answer the system's questions. The answers are generally as follows:
- What would you like to do in Canada? Study
- How long are you planning to stay in Canada? Temporarily - more than 6 months
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Click "Continue" in the Temporary Resident Visa section.
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Select "I have a study permit" or "I have an open work permit", depending on your situation.
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Upload the Application for Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa) Made Outside Canada (IMM 5257) form. This is the form you must complete even if you are applying from within Canada.
After submitting your application
Check your email and your MyCIC account regularly. You will receive instructions on how to send your passport to the Case Processing Centre in Ottawa when required.
Need advice or information about immigration?
It is not necessary to hire a lawyer or a consultant to get help.
If you have any questions:
- Please contact us using the contact form.
- Meet with a counselor for a quick consultation (5 to 10 min.) without an appointment:
- In person: Mondays and Thursdays, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Zone Info in the Decelles building.
- Online (Zoom): Tuesdays and Fridays, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- incoming [at] hec.ca (Contact the IASMS) if you are participating in an exchange program.
This web page is published for informational purposes only and holds no official standing. Changes may occur without notice. Quebec laws and regulations, as well as information emanating from the Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration, and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, take precedence over this document.