Who Needs Form MM 5257?
If you’re a tourist or have relatives living in Canada who you’d like to visit you will have to fill out Form MM 5257. This is a Temporary Visiting Visa that is completed by individuals who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents or even by those who are transiting in Canada.
What is Form MM 5257 for?
With Form MM 5257 a person gets legal permission to stay in Canada for some time. However, to qualify for a temporary visa an applicant must meet some criteria:
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Prove that they will leave Canada at the end of their visit
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Prove that their financial situation to maintain themselves and return home
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Be healthy and not to pose any risk to the security of Canada.
Is Form MM 5257 Accompanied by Other Forms?
Applying for Temporary Visiting Visa is associated with much paperwork. An applicant must provide a number of additional documents to get their application approved. The full list of supporting documents can be found on the CIC.GC.ca.
When is Form MM 5257 due?
Form MM 5257 has no time restrictions. It may be filled out once a person decides to visit Canada.
How Do I Fill out Form MM 5257?
Form MM 5257 is a brief one consisting of two pages. The minimum information an applicant must provide on the form includes name, date of birth, military service experience, government positions occupied, if any, date and signature.
Where Do I Send Form MM 5257?
When you are done filling out submit your 5257 to the local Canada visa office.
