Travel Guide
How to Come to Canada as a Visitor, Worker, or Student

How Can I Come to Canada as a Visitor, Worker, or Student?
If you want to visit Canada for the first time, or if you are returning to enjoy the culture of Montréal or see family in Toronto, you will need a Canada visa. This simple guide will help you understand the process to get a Tourist Visa, so your dream of visiting Canada can come true.
Types of Visas
There are a few types of visas you can apply for:
– Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)
– Student Visa
– Work Visa
Visa Validity
– Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa): This visa can be either multiple-entry or single-entry. A multiple-entry visa lets you stay in Canada for six months at a time and can be valid for up to ten years. A single-entry visa lets you visit Canada once and is valid for up to six months from the day you arrive. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your return date.
– Processing Time: The visa processing can take up to 30 days, depending on the type of application, the number of applications received, and if your application is complete. You can collect your passport and visa from the visa application center or have them delivered to you by courier.
How to Apply for a Canada Visa Online
You can apply for a Canada visa either online through the IRCC online application system or in person at a visa application center. Here are the steps:
1. Download the Forms: Get the Document Checklist, Visitor Visa (IMM 5257), and Family Information (IMM 5645) forms.
2. Fill Out the Forms: Complete the forms and gather all your supporting documents.
3. Complete the VFS Consent Form: If you’re using a third-party service like VFS Global, fill out their consent form. Otherwise, your application may be returned.
4. Pay the Visa Fees: Pay the required visa fees.
5. Submit Your Application: Go to your local visa application center with all the necessary documents and payment.
6. Track Your Application: After submitting, you’ll receive a receipt with a tracking number to check your application status online.
If you can’t provide all the required documents, fill out a waiver form and attach it to your application. Otherwise, your visa may be denied.
Canada Visa Fees
The fees for a Visitor Visa can vary based on how you pay (online or in person). Fees should be paid in Naira and might change. Typically, there are two types of fees: an application processing fee and a biometric fee.
Here are estimated fees:
– Processing Fee: About ₦28,000 (around 68 US Dollars)
– Biometrics (Per Person): About ₦24,000 (around 58 US Dollars)
– **Service Charge (if applying through VFS Global):** About ₦17,000 (around 41 US Dollars)
Canada Visa Requirements
To apply for a Canada Visitor Visa, you’ll need:
– Completed Visitor Visa (IMM 5257) and Family Information (IMM 5645) forms.
– Your original and a copy of your Nigerian passport. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your return date and have at least two blank pages.
– Two color photos that meet visa photo requirements.
– Proof of application processing fee and biometric fee (if applicable).
– Proof of enough money for your trip (e.g., three months of bank statements, payslips, proof of investments).
– If someone else is paying for your trip, you’ll need a letter from them and documents like their passport copy and bank statement.
– Proof of ties to Nigeria (e.g., employment letter, proof of business or property).
– A copy of your flight booking and travel itinerary (e.g., accommodation reservations).
– You might need to show medical records or proof of good health.
– Previous passports showing travel history.
– Other supporting documents (e.g., marriage certificate, invitation letter).
– A self-addressed return courier envelope.
– If a minor (under 18) is traveling alone, they’ll need a letter of authorization signed by both parents or guardians. If traveling with one parent, a letter from the non-traveling parent is required.
Where to Apply
You have two options to apply for a Canada Visitor Visa:
– Online: You’ll need a scanner for your documents and a credit card to pay the fees. Online applications are done through the IRCC website.
– In Person: You can apply through a VFS Global Visa Application Center. This option may be better if you want to ensure everything is done correctly.
Collecting Your Passport
When your passport and visa are ready, you can either collect them from the Visa Application Center or have them couriered to your address. If you pick them up in person, bring the following:
– The application checklist from VFS Global.
– Your original ID or proof of identification.
– A copy of your photo ID.
This guide should help you understand the process of applying for a Canada visa and make your dream of visiting, working, or studying in Canada a reality.

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