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Tourist and visitor visas

Travel With a Clear, Well-Supported Purpose

Guidance for tourism, family visits, events and short business travel to destinations worldwide.

The service

Practical Support, Built Around Your Case

Tourist and Visitor Visa support helps short-term travellers explain their purpose, funding, accommodation and intention to return home through a clear, truthful application. It is for temporary visits rather than permanent immigration.

Your pathway

How the Process Usually Works

Every case is different. We adapt these stages to the destination, pathway, deadlines and evidence required.

  1. 1

    Review the purpose of travel, destination rules and basic eligibility.

  2. 2

    Build a destination-specific evidence checklist.

  3. 3

    Prepare an invitation letter for a family or friend visit where applicable.

  4. 4

    Complete and review the application forms and supporting statements.

  5. 5

    Arrange appointments or biometrics where the destination requires them.

  6. 6

    Prepare for a visa interview where one forms part of the process.

Worldwide family visits

Family Visit & Reunion Visas Worldwide

IMG supports temporary family reunion-style visits for people travelling to see close family members already living abroad. This service covers destinations worldwide—not only Canada and not only study-related travel.

  • Visits to spouses, parents, children, siblings and other close relatives
  • Invitation, sponsorship and relationship-evidence guidance
  • Support presenting the visit as temporary, clear and well funded
  • Distinct from permanent family sponsorship or settlement applications

Typical Documents

  • Valid passport and relevant travel history
  • Travel itinerary and proof of accommodation
  • Proof of funds or sponsorship
  • Invitation letter for family or friend visits
  • Travel or medical insurance where required
  • Employment or study evidence showing ties to the home country

Realistic Timelines

Short-stay visas can process faster than long-term immigration applications, but waiting times vary enormously by country, season, appointment availability and individual checks. IMG advises on realistic timing for the intended destination.

How IMG helps

Clear Guidance From Start to Finish

  • A document checklist tailored to the destination and reason for travel
  • Help drafting and reviewing invitation and cover letters
  • A review of funding, itinerary and home-country ties for consistency
  • Honest feedback on gaps and risks without promising approval

IMG Immigration provides consultancy and application guidance. We do not guarantee visa approval or any immigration outcome; final decisions are made solely by the relevant governments, institutions and immigration authorities.

Your next step

Build a Stronger, Better-Organised Application

Tell us your goals and deadlines. An IMG consultant will review your situation and explain the realistic options available.