A Temporary Resident Permit may allow an otherwise inadmissible foreign national to enter or remain in Canada temporarily when an officer is satisfied that the person has a compelling reason and the need outweighs the relevant risks.
At a glance
- Inadmissibility or failure to meet IRPA requirements
- Compelling temporary need to enter or remain in Canada
- Detailed purpose, risk and supporting evidence
- Relationship to criminal rehabilitation or other long-term remedies
Temporary, discretionary relief
A TRP does not permanently overcome inadmissibility. It is issued for a limited period and the decision is discretionary.
Compelling reason
The application should explain why entry or continued stay is important in the specific circumstances and why the benefit or need justifies temporary relief.
Evidence depends on the inadmissibility
Criminal records, medical evidence, family circumstances, business or employment needs, travel history and rehabilitation evidence may be relevant depending on the ground of inadmissibility.
Long-term planning
Where criminal inadmissibility may eventually be resolved through rehabilitation, a TRP and rehabilitation application serve different legal purposes and should be planned accordingly.
Official government resources
Use these official sources for the current program rules, forms and government instructions.
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