Canada Visas
Capital Ottawa ยท Currency CAD ยท Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Canada actively welcomes immigrants. Short visits use a visitor visa (TRV) or an eTA. Study and work permits are common stepping-stones to permanent residence through Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs.
โ eTA required for visa-exempt air travellers (CAD 7).Canada visas at a glance
| Visa type | Fee | Processing | Stay / validity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ๐๏ธ Tourist / Visit Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa) |
CAD 100 | Varies widely by country | Usually up to 6 months per entry | View โ |
| ๐ Student Study Permit |
CAD 150 | Weeks to a few months | Length of study + 90 days | View โ |
| ๐ผ Work / Skilled Work Permit |
CAD 155 (+ CAD 100 open permit holder fee) | Weeks to months by country and stream | Tied to the job offer / LMIA | View โ |
| ๐ PR / Immigration Permanent Residence (Express Entry) |
CAD 1,525 (+ CAD 575 right-of-PR fee) | ~6 months for most Express Entry applications | PR card valid 5 years; permanent status | View โ |
Visa types for Canada
Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)
Tourism or visiting family for up to 6 months; visa-exempt travellers use an eTA instead.
- Processing: Varies widely by country
- Stay: Usually up to 6 months per entry
- Validity: Up to 10 years / passport expiry, multiple entry
Study Permit
Study at a Designated Learning Institution, with a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) afterwards.
- Processing: Weeks to a few months
- Validity: Length of study + 90 days
Work Permit
Employer-specific or open work permits; many require an LMIA. A route into Express Entry.
- Processing: Weeks to months by country and stream
- Validity: Tied to the job offer / LMIA
Permanent Residence (Express Entry)
Points-based PR via Express Entry (FSW/CEC/FST) or a Provincial Nominee Program.
- Processing: ~6 months for most Express Entry applications
- Validity: PR card valid 5 years; permanent status
Embassies, consulates & visa centres
Canada Visa Application Centre (VFS Global)
๐ New Delhi, India
VFS Global Canada, Delhi, India
Biometrics collection for Canadian visas.
High Commission of Canada
๐ New Delhi, India
7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Canada visa FAQs
What visa types does Canada offer?๏ผ
VisaViews covers 4 Canada visa types: Tourist / Visit, Student, Work / Skilled, PR / Immigration. Each has its own eligibility criteria, fees and processing times.
Does Canada have an eVisa or visa-free entry?๏ผ
eTA required for visa-exempt air travellers (CAD 7).
How much is a Canada tourist visa?๏ผ
The Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa) costs CAD 100. Fees are indicative and can change โ always confirm on the official source.
How long does a Canada visa take to process?๏ผ
Processing time varies by visa type; the Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa) typically takes Varies widely by country.
Who handles Canada visas and immigration?๏ผ
Canada visas and immigration are administered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The official portal is https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html.