Canada Visa for Indians

• This visa is issued for a duration of not more than six months.

• If you wish to visit the country for tourism, meet your family or friends, carry out any official work, etc., then you can apply for a Canada Visitor Visa or short-stay visa.

• The fee for a Canada Visitor Visa starts from 100 dollars.

• A Canada Visitor Visa typically gets processed within 47 days.

Canada Tourist Visa

• foreign nationals who aim to visit the country for the purposes of tourism, a Canada Tourist Visa is granted.

• maximum validity of 6 months from the date of entry into Canada

• Canada Tourist Visa from India can be applied through online or through the Embassy or consulates of Canada in the country.

• The fee for a Canada Tourist Visa is 100 dollars onwards.

Canada Work Permit

• You must apply for a Canada Work Visa or work permit, if your purpose of visit is to work in an organisation in the North American nation.

• Such a visa application is issued by the employer

• The duration of this visa depends on the employment contract with the organisation in Canada.

• Application fee for this visa starts at 155 dollars.

Canada Study Permit

• Candidates willing to pursue their studies at Designated Learning Institutions in Canada must apply for Canada Study Permit.

• This permit is valid till the duration of the academic programme plus an extra 90 days after completion of the course.

• The fee for this permit starts from 150 dollars.

Canada Transit Visa

• Visitors passing through Canada on their way to another international destination must apply for Canada Transit visa.

• Valid for a period not exceeding 48 hours

• Valid for one to two entries depending on your travel plans

• No fee required for Canada Transit visa

Canada Permanent Resident Visa

• Foreign nationals who wish to immigrate to Canada on a permanent basis must apply for Canada Permanent Resident visa.

• The following are the privileges that can be accesses by a person with a Permanent Resident status who is not a Canadian citizen:

o    Ability to apply for citizenship of Canada

o    Right to be protected under the Canadian Laws

o    Permission to live and study in any part of Canada

o    Social benefit receipt such as healthcare services

Features and Duration of Canada Visas

Here are some of the key features and validity periods for different types of Canada Visas:

Features of a Canada Visa

Here are some of the key features of Canada Visa:

• The Consulate or Embassy of Canada issues the Canada Visa in the name of the applicant’s home country

• On the basis of the type of Canada Visa you apply for, the Canada Visa fee is determined accordingly

• The Canada Visa is applicable both for single as well as multiple trips

• To apply for a Canada Visa, you must apply for a valid passport

• For different purposes of visiting the country, various types of Canada visas are available

Duration of Different Types of Canada Visas

The validity periods for different types of Canada Visas are listed in the table below:

Application Process

Almost all applications for the Canadian visa is done through VFS global. The process is detailed and clear. Let's take a look at the VFS process here.  

How to Apply for a Canada Visitor Visa

Almost all applications for the Canadian visa is done through VFS global. The process is detailed and clear. Let's take a look at the VFS process here.

Step 1: The first step to applying for a Canadian visa is to read the requirements and application form thoroughly. 

Step 2: Download the correct form and the checklists you require. 

Step 3: Fill out the form and attach your documents electronically. You then need to print it on a white, non-glossy, bond sheet of paper with a laser printer. 

Step 4: In case you cannot fulfil the documents required, you can fill out the waiver form and sign it. Then attach it to your application form. 

Step 5: You are required to read the privacy policy. Fill out the consent form and then attach it to your application form. This is required by VFS to carry out your visa application. If you miss this step, the application will be returned to you. 

Step 6: After this, you can proceed to pay the fees. The process and instructions are given in detail on the Canadian Visa Office website. 

Step 7: If you choose to submit your application through the Canada Visa Application Centre (CVAC), by mail or in person, then additional CVAC service fees must also be paid. 

Step 8: Keep your passport, photographs, the required documents and filled-in application forms ready. Visit the CVAC with these documents. 

Step 9: A service charge inclusive of tax will be applicable. This needs to be paid in INR cash. 

Step 10: You will be given a receipt with a unique tracking number. You will be able to track the status of your application online. 

Documents and Fees

Here are the Documents required and Fees to apply for a Canada Visa

Documents Required to Apply for a Canada Visa

The following is the list of documents required to apply for a Canada Visa:

• Recent passport-sized photograph

• Valid Indian passport

• The proof of COVID-19 vaccination

• Photo identity proof

• The particulars of your family (IMM 5645)

• The proof of negative COVID-19 test result

• If the visa application is being submitted by a family member or a third-party on your behalf, use of a representative (IMM 5476)

• Documents for Minor children travelling Canada, such as:

     Permission for the minor to travel to Canada

     Custody papers

     Adoption papers, etc.

Canada Visa Fees

Tracking the Canada Visa Application

At any stage of the application process, the applicants can use the following methods to track the status of their application:

By Phone - Contact VFS Helpline Number 022-67866002 (Monday - Friday: 08:00 A.M. to 05:00 P.M.), 18002668858, or 912262018404

Online - Follow these steps to track your application online, follow the steps mentioned below:

1. Step 1: Visit- Official website for tracking your Canada Visa application

1. Step 2: Enter Tracking ID No 

1. Step 3: Enter D.O.B. in DD/MM/YYYY format 

1. Step 4: Validate Captcha 

1. Step 5: Click Submit.

Extending a Temporary Resident Visa

By keeping a check on the temporary resident status, individuals can apply for an extension before the visa expires. Applicants are recommended to carry out the application process at least 30 days before the visa expiry date.

Study Permits

The Study Permits allow foreign students to live and study in Canada for a specific period of time depending on the application and other important factors. Based on the applicant's profile, the visa may have restrictions on the level of studies, permission to work, duration of stay, etc. During the course, the applicant may be provided with an option to work part-time. Students under the study permits are allowed to spend an extra 90 days after the completion of the course/study to prepare for their departure or to apply for a visa extension.

Eligibility Factors

The following is the list of eligibility factors for Canada Visa:

1. Passport or any other valid travel document
2. Acceptance letter from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)
3. Proof of sufficient funds to support the travel and stay
4. Letter of invitation and/or medical exam certificate
5. Completed VFS Consent Form
6. Documents based on the visa type

Reasons for Refusal of Canada Visa Application

Here are the following reasons for which your Canada Visa application may get rejected:

• If the immigration officer believes that you are likely to overstay the validity period of your Canada Visa

• In case applicant is inadmissible to enter Canada

• Repeated application is unlikely to approved in case of substantial change in the circumstances which may lead to refusal of your application for Canada Visa.

Canada Visa Application Centres in India