Thanks @Bryanna. So it is recommended not to disclose about the exploratory visit in my next application. Can I please know what should I do get a TRV. I really thought as I submitted a good number of paper documents (Bank statements/Employer letter/House valuation/ Copy of deed/Fathers business registration showing me as a share holder/ Letter from the business showing my capacity) and finally the papers from Modern. I did also submitted one page cover letter stating all reasons for my visit and included about the exploratory visit as my main reason for the TRV. So, can I please no where should I improve on? I have not travelled after coming from Saudi in 2012 and before that I was in UK for nearly 5 years.@MRG1
IMO, this is the reason for the TRV refusal:
In stating this purpose of visit, you have declared your intention to remain long-term in Canada which is not expected of a visitor.
It might seem contradictory: On one hand you're looking to immigrate and need to first visit to assess if your future plans are feasible, whereas on the other hand as a visitor you need to prove that you will visit only for a short-stay
Also, please note in both applications I requested for maximum 10 days stay as I had commitments (Children/employment).
Please advise us.
Best Regards
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