Canada Tourist Visa
Canada Tourist Visa
Canada Tourist Visa Description
Overview of the Canada Tourist Visa
A Canada Tourist visa, also known as Canada visitor visa is a permit that allows you to visit Canada temporarily, usually for up to 6 months. It is meant for tourism, visiting family or friends. This visa does not allow you to live or work in Canada permanently. You must leave Canada before your visa expires and return to your home country after your visit.
Understanding the Validity Period of a Canada Tourist Visa
- Visa Validity:The visa itself can be valid for up to 10 years, allowing you to visit Canada multiple times during that period.
- Stay Duration: Each time you visit Canada, you can stay for up to 6 months at a time.
- Entry Limit:The visa allows you to enter and exit Canada multiple times, as long as the visa is still valid, but you will be granted a maximum of 6 months per visit.
How Long Does it Take to Process a Canada Tourist Visa?
The processing time for a Canada tourist visa from India is approximately 111 days. This duration starts once the application is submitted and includes steps like document verification, biometric collection, and background checks.
What is the Cost of a Canada Tourist Visa?
When applying for a Canada tourist visa, you are required to pay two main fees:
- Application Fee: This is the primary fee for processing your visitor visa application. As of 2024, the cost is CAD 100 (approximately INR 6,000 – 7,000).
- Biometrics Fee: If you are required to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photograph), there is an additional fee of CAD 85 (approximately INR 5,000 – 6,000).
Biometrics are usually required for most people applying for a Canada visa. However, children under 14 and applicants over 79 do not need to provide biometrics.
Important Documents Required
- Valid Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date you apply, and it should have at least one empty page for the visa stamp.
- Photograph: You need to provide recent passport-sized photo that follow the specific requirements set by the Canadian immigration.
- Letter of invitation: You need a letter of invitation from your host in Canada(family or friends), which includes details about the host and your relationship, travel dates, and where you will stay during your visit.
- Proof of Funds: To show that you have enough money for your trip to Canada, you need to provide documents like CA Report, bank statements, pay slips, or a letter from your employer. The amount required depends on how long you plan to stay and your travel plans. For a single person, it’s good to have at least 6 to 7 lakhs INR to show that you can cover your expenses during your stay.
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- If you’re employed, you need to provide evidence of your job and your ability to return to your home country after the visit.
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- Your position, salary, and length of employment.
- Confirmation that you are on leave and expected to return to your job after the trip.
- Details of the vacation/leave dates and your return date.
- Recent Pay Slips: A few months’ worth of pay slips to show your income and employment history.
- Tax Returns: Copies of your recent tax returns.
- If you own a business or are self-employed, you need to provide proof of your business and financial standing.
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- Business Registration Documents: Proof of business registration, such as the business license, certificate of incorporation, or partnership agreement.
- Income Tax Returns: Personal and business income tax returns for the last 2-3 years to show stable income and financial stability.
- Financial Statements: Bank statements and other financial documents that demonstrate the financial health of the business.
- If you are a farmer, you need to prove your farming activities and financial stability to show that you are committed to returning to your home country after your visit.
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- Land Ownership Documents: Proof of land ownership, such as the title deed of your farm or lease agreements.
- Agricultural Income Proof/ JForms: Documentation of income generated from farming activities, such as receipts, sales invoices, or financial statements.
- Tax Returns: Personal and farming-related tax returns for the past 2-3 years.
- If you are a student, you need to show that you are currently studying and intend to return to your educational institution after your visit.
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- Enrollment Certificate: A letter from your school or university confirming that you are currently enrolled and in good standing.
- No Objection Letter: A letter from your educational institution granting you permission to take a short leave for travel.
- Sponsor Documents (if applicable): If someone is sponsoring your trip, include their financial documents, an affidavit of support.
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- Some additional Documents
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- If you are married, you need to provide your marriage certificate.
- If someone is supporting you financially for the trip, you need to provide their affidavit of support.
- If you have previous international travel experience, you need to provide: Copies of previous visas (e.g., U.S., UK, Canada or Schengen visas).Stamped pages from your passport showing your travel history.
Steps to Apply for a Canada Tourist Visa
- Free counselling and assessment from our team.
- Documents preparation.
- Submit documents and required information with us.
- Submit your application.
- Payment of fees.
- Biometrics Appointment (If Required).
- Wait for Processing.
- Receive Your Decision.
