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Are you an expat living in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Dubai, Kuwait, or Qatar planning to visit or move to Canada? The Canadian government has introduced new immigration regulations that could affect your electronic travel authorization (eTA) or temporary resident visa (TRV) status.

Effective February 12, 2025, these changes allow Canadian immigration officers to cancel eTAs and TRVs under stricter conditions. If you’re a business professional, skilled worker, student, or frequent traveler from the Middle East, it’s important to understand these updates to avoid unexpected visa issues.

At StayinCanada Immigration, we specialize in helping Middle Eastern expats and Gulf residents navigate Canada’s evolving immigration system. Whether you’re applying for a visa, dealing with a cancellation, or looking for permanent residency options, our expert consultants are here to assist you.

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New Rules for eTA Holders – Who is Affected?

If you hold an electronic travel authorization (eTA) and frequently travel to Canada, your eTA may now be cancelled if:

• You are found inadmissible due to a visa violation, misrepresentation, or criminal record.
• You no longer meet eligibility requirements under Canada’s new rules.
• Your eTA was issued by mistake due to an administrative error.
• You have become a permanent resident of Canada.
• Your passport or travel document is lost, stolen, destroyed, or abandoned.

Many expats from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Jeddah, Cairo, and Doha hold an eTA for business or tourism. If your eTA is revoked, it may impact your ability to travel freely to Canada for work, family visits, or study purposes.

Stricter Cancellation Rules for Temporary Resident Visas (TRVs)

A temporary resident visa (TRV) allows visitors, students, and workers to stay in Canada temporarily. Under the new immigration amendments, your TRV may be canceled if:

• You did not meet or no longer meet the visa conditions when it was issued.
• You have been issued a temporary resident permit, meaning Canada now considers your original TRV invalid.
• Authorities believe you will not leave Canada at the end of your stay.
• You applied for and were refused a new eTA, work permit, study permit, or TRV.

Many expats from Kuwait, Qatar, and the UAE apply for TRVs for short-term visits. If you are a student, business traveler, or family member of a Canadian resident, these cancellations could disrupt your travel plans.

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How Expats in the Middle East Can Avoid Visa Issues

If you are an expat living in the Gulf region or North Africa, staying ahead of these changes is crucial. StayinCanada Immigration offers specialized services for Middle Eastern professionals, entrepreneurs, and skilled workers looking to study, work, or settle in Canada.

How We Can Help You

✔ Assess Your Eligibility – We review your immigration history and application to ensure you still qualify under the new rules.
✔ Prevent Cancellations – We help you maintain your eTA or TRV status and avoid unexpected refusals.
✔ File Appeals & Reconsideration Requests – If your visa is revoked, we can challenge the decision and submit an appeal.
✔ Alternative Visa & PR Pathways – If your eTA or TRV is canceled, we explore options like work permits, study permits, and permanent residency (PR).
✔ Legal Representation – If you’re facing a cancellation, our licensed Canadian immigration consultants will handle your case professionally.

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Who Should Contact Us?

If you are from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, or Dubai and you:

🔹 Travel frequently to Canada for business or tourism
🔹 Are an international student looking to study in Canada
🔹 Want to work or invest in Canada
🔹 Have received a visa refusal or cancellation notice
🔹 Are exploring permanent residency options through Express Entry or Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP)

Don’t risk your travel plans being disrupted. Our expert immigration team is ready to help expats from the Middle East secure their Canadian visas and residency without complications.