Can I visit canada using canada work permit ?

[vicky_canadavisa]

Hi, Not sure if this question is already been answered. Here is situation and the question followed by :

Situation :
1. I have canada work permit valid till next year, but never entered using that work permit.
2. I am in US working currently.

Question :
I am planning to visit family in Canada. Can I visit canada using my Canada work permit stamped or do I need to get a separate visitor ?

 

[Jalex23]

Hi, Not sure if this question is already been answered. Here is situation and the question followed by :

Situation :
1. I have canada work permit valid till next year, but never entered using that work permit.
2. I am in US working currently.

Question :
I am planning to visit family in Canada. Can I visit canada using my Canada work permit stamped or do I need to get a separate visitor ?

What is the nationality of your passport?

 

[vicky_canadavisa]

Well, I am from a non visa exempt country. and previously did travel to Canada using Canada visitor visa(which are of course expired). This time I am wondering can I visit using the work permit on my passport or do I have to get a visitor visa ?

 

[Jalex23]

Well, I am from a non visa exempt country. and previously did travel to Canada using Canada visitor visa(which are of course expired). This time I am wondering can I visit using the work permit on my passport or do I have to get a visitor visa ?

If the work permit has a "this does not authorize re entry" written at the bottom, then you need a TRV.

 

[vicky_canadavisa]

It doesn't say. Infact are there work permit which are single entry ? It says multiple.

But does it means I can enter canada on visit purpose using my stamped work permit ?

 

[Jalex23]

It doesn't say. Infact are there work permit which are single entry ? It says multiple.

But does it means I can enter canada on visit purpose using my stamped work permit ?

Unless the permit specifically states you are allowed in Canada you will need a TRV.