January 2026 - Visitor Visa Applicants Thread

[thirdfromright]

Applied Visitor VISA for my mother on 19th Jan (Online application, Applicant is in India)

Application Date : 19th Jan
Bio Metric Request : 21st Jan
Bio Metric Done : 27th Jan
Passport Request : 02nd Feb

She doesn't have much of a travel history other than a 2-3 month visit to Europe once. No other visas.

Some of the key factors that I believe helped:

1. Proof of Funds - She had around 1,200 CAD as liquid funds with around 8,000 CAD in Fixed deposits. We got a letter from her bank stating that the funds in Fixed Deposits can be encashed anytime. Additionally, my wife and I provided a letter of support stating that we would be taking care of her expenses and shared our account statements.

2. Ties to return - My wife would be travelling alone as my father needs to stay back due to some personal commitments. We used this to show that she would indeed return after 3-4 weeks to be with her husband. Additionally, my mother is undergoing treatment at a hospital back home and needs to visit the hospital every 2-3 months for her check-ups. So we got a letter from her doctor stating the same.

 

[Mary_1998]

Applied TRV for parents for my wedding
Applied -17th Jan
Biometrics - 27th Jan
Biometrics Updated - 30th Jan
Country: India
Refusal letter: Feb 1st
Reason:
The presence of the lump-sum deposits does not satisfy me that the applicant will have access to the funds provided in support of the application. The purpose of the applicant's visit to Canada is not consistent with a temporary stay given the details provided in the application.

We showed FD 28lakhs solevncy 3 crore and savings 10lakhs

 

[Naturgrl]

Applied TRV for parents for my wedding
Applied -17th Jan
Biometrics - 27th Jan
Biometrics Updated - 30th Jan
Country: India
Refusal letter: Feb 1st
Reason:
The presence of the lump-sum deposits does not satisfy me that the applicant will have access to the funds provided in support of the application. The purpose of the applicant's visit to Canada is not consistent with a temporary stay given the details provided in the application.

We showed FD 28lakhs solevncy 3 crore and savings 10lakhs

So how much in cash in Canadian dollars did they show in their own bank accounts ? What were the lump sump deposits that raised red flags?

How long was visit? What were ties to return?

 

[Mary_1998]

So how much in cash in Canadian dollars did they show in their own bank accounts ? What were the lump sump deposits that raised red flags?

How long was visit? What were ties to return?

They showed CAD 15000 in savings. I believe its the fixed deposits they are referring to as lump sum. Their visit was for 3 weeks in June. We showed ties as properties and elderly parent. Any suggestions on what changes to make when i reapply

 

[thirdfromright]

They showed CAD 15000 in savings. I believe its the fixed deposits they are referring to as lump sum. Their visit was for 3 weeks in June. We showed ties as properties and elderly parent. Any suggestions on what changes to make when i reapply

When were the Fixed Deposits started. If they were recent, it could be a red-flag.

 

[Naturgrl]

They showed CAD 15000 in savings. I believe its the fixed deposits they are referring to as lump sum. Their visit was for 3 weeks in June. We showed ties as properties and elderly parent. Any suggestions on what changes to make when i reapply

Should be a minimum of $10k cash not FD per person. Those aren't ties unless income property with tenant agreements. An elderly parent is not a family tie either. All you can do is include a statement that parent lives with them and requires 24/7 care and cannot look after herself. Include doctor's notes and outline who is caring for her while they are gone.

 

[Mary_1998]

When were the Fixed Deposits started. If they were recent, it could be a red-flag.

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