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Canada Visa
Canada visa requirements: 1-800-345-6541
- Tourist visa
- required
- Business visa
- required
- Airport Transit visa
- required
- Visa Services F.A.Q.
Canada tourist visa is not required
for citizens of India for a stay up to 180 days.
Sounds good! What else do I need to know while planning a trip to Canada?
First, check the current validity of your passport.
All travelers will need a passport valid for at least 90 days following your departure date from Canada. However, we strongly recommend traveling with 6 months validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal.
Second, make sure your passport has blank Visa pages.
Most destinations, including Canada, require that you have adequate un-used pages in your passport, allowing for any necessary stamps upon arrival and departure. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.
Finally, confirm if transit visa is required for any connections.
Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Canada. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country.
All travelers will need a passport valid for at least 90 days following your departure date from Canada. However, we strongly recommend traveling with 6 months validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal.
Most destinations, including Canada, require that you have adequate un-used pages in your passport, allowing for any necessary stamps upon arrival and departure. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.
Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Canada. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country.
Please write your name and date of birth on the back of both photographs.
1 Select the type of Canada tourist visa application:
Apply for Canada Visa Online
Apply online now
Fill out, validate and print the online application. This link opens a new window.
NOTE: The work history section must be filled out for the past 10 years, with no gaps.
2 Mail us the following documents:
a
Original, signed India passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photographs: 2
c
Payment Authorization. Complete and sign the Credit Card Authorization Form.
d
Proof of Status. Original evidence of your legal status in US (Original of I-94, I-20, H1B approval notice, etc). I-20 and DS-2019 forms must be endorsed within the past 3 months by your adviser.
e
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
f
Bank statement. Copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.
g
Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
h
Personal Invitation. If visiting friends or family, you must provide letter of invitation with the contact information of the host and visitor, purpose and duration of the visit, confirmation of accommodation including the address, signature and date. You will also need to provide proof of the host's status in Canada ie. copy of their Canada passport's information page, or, if they are not a citizen of Canada, copies of their Canada residence permit and their national passport's information pages.
i
Family Information form. A completed Family Information form. This form is available here and must be typed.
j
Supplemental form. A completed Schedule 1 supplemental information form. The work history section must be filled out with the applicant's information for the past 10 years with no gaps. Periods of unemployment and study should be entered into the form. This form is available here and must be typed.
The Embassy of Canada is CLOSED every Wednesday.
Please be advised that the Canadian Embassy may extend the processing time at their discretion.
Additional documents and an interview may be requested.
Please be advised that the Canadian Embassy may extend the processing time at their discretion.
Additional documents and an interview may be requested.
Canada tourist visa fees for citizens of India
| Type of visa | Maximum validity ? | Processing time ? | Embassy fee | Service fee | Total cost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry | up to 180 days | 5 business days | $75.00 | + | $89.95 | = | $164.95 |
| Multiple entry | up to 180 days | 5 business days | $150.00 | + | $89.95 | = | $239.95 |
Maximum stay ? in Canada: 180 days
Group discounts ?
Business travelers are encouraged to carry a letter of support from their parent company and a letter of invitation from the host company in Canada.
Canada business visa is not required
for citizens of India for a stay up to 180 days.
Sounds good! What else do I need to know while planning a trip to Canada?
First, check the current validity of your passport.
All travelers will need a passport valid for at least 90 days following your departure date from Canada. However, we strongly recommend traveling with 6 months validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal.
Second, make sure your passport has blank Visa pages.
Most destinations, including Canada, require that you have adequate un-used pages in your passport, allowing for any necessary stamps upon arrival and departure. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.
Finally, confirm if transit visa is required for any connections.
Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Canada. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country.
All travelers will need a passport valid for at least 90 days following your departure date from Canada. However, we strongly recommend traveling with 6 months validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal.
Most destinations, including Canada, require that you have adequate un-used pages in your passport, allowing for any necessary stamps upon arrival and departure. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.
Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Canada. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country.
Please write your name and date of birth on the back of both photographs.
1 Select the type of Canada business visa application:
Apply for Canada Visa Online
Apply online now
Fill out, validate and print the online application. This link opens a new window.
NOTE: The work history section must be filled out for the past 10 years, with no gaps.
2 Mail us the following documents:
a
Original, signed India passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
b
Passport-type photographs: 2
c
Payment Authorization. Complete and sign the Credit Card Authorization Form.
d
Proof of Status. Original evidence of your legal status in US (Original of I-94, I-20, H1B approval notice, etc). I-20 and DS-2019 forms must be endorsed within the past 3 months by your adviser.
e
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
f
Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Canada, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Canada.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
• Specify the place of accommodation in Canada.
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Canada.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
• Specify the place of accommodation in Canada.
g
Business Invitation. A business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in Canada. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Consulate of Canada, Visa Section", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
• Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Canada.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
• State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Canada.
• Specify the type and desired validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
h
Family Information form. A completed Family Information form. This form is available here and must be typed.
i
Supplemental form. A completed Schedule 1 supplemental information form. The work history section must be filled out with the applicant's information for the past 10 years with no gaps. Periods of unemployment and study should be entered into the form. This form is available here and must be typed.
The Embassy of Canada is CLOSED every Wednesday.
Please be advised that the Canadian Embassy may extend the processing time at their discretion.
Additional documents and an interview may be requested.
Please be advised that the Canadian Embassy may extend the processing time at their discretion.
Additional documents and an interview may be requested.
Canada business visa fees for citizens of India
| Type of visa | Maximum validity ? | Processing time ? | Embassy fee | Service fee | Total cost | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry | up to 180 days | 5 business days | $75.00 | + | $89.95 | = | $164.95 |
| Multiple entry | up to 180 days | 5 business days | $150.00 | + | $89.95 | = | $239.95 |
Maximum stay ? in Canada: 180 days
Group discounts ?
Canada airport transit visa is not required
for citizens of India for a stay up to 2 days.
Sounds good! What else do I need to know while planning a trip to Canada?
First, check the current validity of your passport.
All travelers will need a passport valid for at least 90 days following your departure date from Canada. However, we strongly recommend traveling with 6 months validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal.
Second, make sure your passport has blank Visa pages.
Most destinations, including Canada, require that you have adequate un-used pages in your passport, allowing for any necessary stamps upon arrival and departure. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.
Finally, confirm if transit visa is required for any connections.
Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Canada. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country.
All travelers will need a passport valid for at least 90 days following your departure date from Canada. However, we strongly recommend traveling with 6 months validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal.
Most destinations, including Canada, require that you have adequate un-used pages in your passport, allowing for any necessary stamps upon arrival and departure. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.
Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Canada. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country.
Canada airport transit visa is required
for citizens of India.
Unfortunately, at this time VisaHQ does not provide service for airport transit visas to Canada.
Steps that you can take:
Check the current validity of your passport and the availability of blank visa pages
All travelers will need a valid passport for their travels to Canada. Also, the passport must contain un-used visa pages for the visa to be issued. We recommend traveling with at least 6 months of remaining validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.
Contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Canada
Take advantage of our extensive embassy and consular database to find the nearest one. Upon contacting the embassy confirm the required documents, the time it takes to process the visa and whether the consulate accepts applications by mail.
Steps that you can take:
All travelers will need a valid passport for their travels to Canada. Also, the passport must contain un-used visa pages for the visa to be issued. We recommend traveling with at least 6 months of remaining validity on your passport at all times. VisaHQ can assist U.S. citizens with a full range of expedited passport services, including new passport application and passport renewal. We recommend that you have at least two free pages in Visas section of your passport before any international travel. U.S. citizens can get extra passport pages added to their passports as fast as within 24 hours.
Take advantage of our extensive embassy and consular database to find the nearest one. Upon contacting the embassy confirm the required documents, the time it takes to process the visa and whether the consulate accepts applications by mail.
Most popular questions
What is a visa?
A visa is a document which allows someone to travel into a specific country and stay there for a set period of time. Generally, a visa may only be issued at the Consulate of the country or, in some cases, at the border. Visas may be stamped or glued directly into a passport or they may be issued electronically (e.g. Australia Visa). Some countries require everyone who enters to obtain a visa, while others have what are known as reciprocal agreements with certain countries that waive visa requirements. A visa may allow one, two or multiple entries before the expiration date of the visa. It is important to research visa requirements before traveling internationally to avoid any issues with border control officials and airlines. If a destination country requires a visa and the traveler does not have it in his/her passport, the airline may refuse to board this person on the plane.
What are the countries that require a visa?
Please refer to the following page on our website to check whether a visa is required or not: visa requirements worldwide. Select your citizenship from the drop down menu at the top of the page, and you will be provided with a complete list of countries that require or do not require visas for you to travel. For detailed instructions on how to apply for a visa select the country of destination from the table.
Can I apply for my work, student or residence visas through VisaHQ.com?
At this time, VisaHQ.com only processes tourist, business, private, crew and official visas. Applicants looking for student visas, work visas or residence visas must apply directly through the nearest Embassy or Consulate.
I'm not a US or Canadian citizen. Can you still process my visa application?
If you are a resident of the United States or Canada, we may be able to process your application, depending on the country you would like to visit, the type of visa you need, and your visa status in the United States or Canada. Please consult our individual country pages or other questions in this FAQ for further information.
What is the difference between visa validity and maximum stay?
The validity of a given visa represents the dates that the visa is effective. For instance, if a visa for China is valid for 90 days, you must enter China before that period of 90 days expires. Maximum stay is the time allotted for stay in the country. Using China as an example, the default maximum stay is 30 days, which means you are only allowed to stay in China for 30 days, even if your visa validity is 90 days. Please note that different countries have different requirements and interpretations regarding visa validity and maximum stay.
Does consular jurisdiction affect the processing of my visa?
In most cases, visas can be processed in Washington DC, without regard to consular jurisdiction. However, there are several countries that require all visa applications to be submitted in the assigned consular jurisdiction. Consular jurisdiction is the geographic area for which a consulate has responsibility for issuing visas. When a consulate is jurisdictional, it can only process visas for those who reside in a state within their jurisdiction. VisaHQ directs applications to appropriate cities for faster or less complicated processing. Please be advised that required documents and processing times may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. VisaHQ continuously updates processing times for all countries including those that are jurisdictional.
Canada visa for citizens of India is required. For more information please contact the nearest Canada embassy.
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Canada travel information:
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