Canadian Visitors Visa

Service Overview
A visitor visa allows you to enter Canada as a visitor or tourist. Generally, you can stay in Canada for up to 6 months as a visitor.
Who Needs a Canada Visitor Visa?
For entering Canada as a visitor, you may need a Canada visitor visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). The entry document you need depends on:
- The type of travel document you plan to travel with.
- The country that issued your travel document.
- Your nationality.
- Your method of travel to Canada for this trip.
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What Are The Requirements For A Canada Visitor Visa?
There are a few requirements to qualify for a Canada Visitor Visa. Some of them are:
- Present a valid travel document, such as a passport.
- Prove that you are in good health.
- Have no criminal or immigration-related convictions.
- Prove to an immigration officer that you have ties with your home country, which might be a job, property, financial assets, or family.
- Convince an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit.
- Prove that you have enough money for your stay.
How Can I Apply For A Canada Visitor Visa?
The process for acquiring a Canada Visitor Visa can be made online or at a Visa Application Center (VAC). It involves filling out several forms and the complexity might depend on additional requirements made by Canadian Immigration offices.
In summary, there are 5 main steps for applying for a Canada Visitor Visa:
- Check your eligibility for the Canada Visitor Visa.
- Collect and submit the documents required.
- Submit the Canada Visitor Visa Application form.
- Wait for processing and provide any required additional information.
- Send your passport for stamping.
Please be careful when consulting information and sending documents. Make sure to only follow instructions provided by a recognized immigration law firm or the official channels of the Canadian government.
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How Much Does A Canada Visitor Visa Cost?
Here are the main fees for obtaining a Canada Visitor Visa:
- Application fee of CAD$ 100.
- Biometrics fees of CAD$ 85 per person (if required).
- Passport processing fees of around CAD$ 45.
All dependents, such as your spouse and minor children, that will accompany you in your travel must have their own application and should pay separate fees. You can submit all applications together so that you are processed as a family.
How Long Does It Take To Get A Canada Visitor Visa?
There is a wide range of processing time, and it will be different according to the country from which you are applying.
- Jamaica 81 to 90 days
Please keep in mind that the processing time below does not include:
- The time it takes to send an application between a visa application centre and the IRCC office.
- The time you need to give your biometrics.
