VISITOR VISA
A visitor visa (also called a temporary resident visa) is an official document that allows you to enter Canada.
Who needs a Canada Visa?
People from countries that do not have a visa exemption or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) agreement with Canada will need a visa to enter the country. More specifically, people from around 148 countries need a visa to visit, work, or immigrate to Canada.
If you are one of these applicants and you need a visa for Canada, you must apply for one. Depending on the type of visa you want, you will have a method of applying, but there are a few general steps you must take.
What are the Canada Visa Types?
Before you apply for a Canadian visa, you must first know which visa you want to apply for. Here are the types of Canada visas:
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Visitor visas.
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Student visas.
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Work visas.
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Permanent Residence visas.
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Business Immigrant visas.
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Express Entry Program visas.
You must pick the one that fits the motive of why you want to go to Canada.
Application Process:
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Find out if you are eligible for a Canada Visa
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Create your online account
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Compile the document file
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Pay the fees
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Wait for processing your Canadian visa
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Submit your passport and processing fees
Frequently asked questions
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What is the processing fee?
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The processing fee for one applicant is $100. The biometric fee is $85 if applicable.
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What is the processing time?
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It depends on the country that you are applying from. Online applications tend to be processed faster than paper based.
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How long can I stay in Canada?
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A valid visitor visa allows you to stay for a maximum of six months from the time of arrival. If you wish to stay longer, you have to apply for a visitor record.
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