Facts You Need to Know Before Applying for Canada Visa

Facts You Need to Know Before Applying for Canada Visa

Canada is a very welcoming country for refugees and immigrants, but obtaining a visa can be a challenging process.

Therefore, it is important to research and prepare your documents before submitting a visa application in Canada.

If you are a citizen of a European, Middle Eastern or African country, you may need to submit certain biometric data, such as fingerprints and a photograph.

So today we will be discussing some facts you need to know before applying for a Canada visa.

Types of Canada

There are four types of visas in Canada: Temporary Resident Visa, Study Permits, Work Permits and Permanent Resident Travel Document.

1. Temporary Residence Visa

If you plan to visit Canada temporarily, extend a visit to Canada, visit attractions and events in the country, or visit friends or family, you should seek a temporary residence visa.

Necessary documents;

• Fee payment at the visa application centre
• A photocopy of your passport or valid travel ID
• Two visa photos that fit the photo specifications with your name and date of birth on the back
• Proof of income or financial support
• Photocopy of marriage license/certificate
• Purpose of the trip/visit
• Photocopy of your current immigration status (visas or passport for other countries)
• Minors travelling alone must have a letter of authorization from the parent or guardian

2. Study Permits

If you are an international student and who want to study in Canada, then you will need the study permit;

Necessary documentation;

• A valid passport or travel ID
• A letter of acceptance from a designated learning institute (DLI)
• Proof that you have enough money for;
• Enrollment
• Living expenses for yourself and any other family member who will be living with you.
• Return transportation tickets for you and any member of your family in Canada

3. Work Permit

If you are a temporary worker, business person, student, or caregiver in the Home Caregiver Program, you will need the work permit.

Necessary documentation:

• Valid passport or travel document
• Results of a language test
• Evaluation of educational credentials if;
• You are applying through the Federal Skilled Workers program, or
• You want to earn points for the education you got outside of Canada
• Provincial nomination (if you have one)
• Written job offer from an employer in Canada (if you have one)
• Proof that you have one of the NAFTA jobs (for example, accountant, computer systems analyst, or engineer)
• Police certificates and criminal history
• Medical tests that prove you are healthy
• Proof of funds for living expenses and transportation

4. Permanent residence immigration document

A permanent residence immigration document allows Canadian residents to travel outside of Canada and use the document as proof that they are legal residents. It is valid for a single entry.

Necessary documentation:

• Valid passport
• Fee payment: $ 50
• Two visa photos.
• Photocopies of all passports or travel documents used in the previous five years
• Two proofs that show your residency in Canada for the last five years;
• Employment records
• Bank statements
• Rental contract
• Canada Revenue Agency Assessment Notice for Five Years Before Application
• Evidence that you have received benefits from Canadian government programs
• Marriage license or proof of civil or common-law union (if you are travelling with your spouse or partner)
• Birth certificate of the minor (if you are travelling with a minor)
• Business licenses or article of incorporation, trade association agreements, etc.

The Come to Canada Tool

Come to Canada is an online tool designed to help people find out if they are eligible to apply for a visa or permit in Canada. To get more information, you will have to answer a series of questions about yourself;

• Nationality
• Age
• Linguistic ability
• Immediate family
• Education
• Work experience
• Income and/or net worth
• Details about any job offers

Based on the answers to these questions, this tool can help you determine which programs you may be eligible for and what type of visa you should apply for.

However, it is best to consult with an immigration attorney to confirm exactly what you need to do for your visa application.

Conclusion

I believe that all the information that you have gathered from this article are enough to help you in your preparation process for Canada.

You should do well by sharing this piece with other people online who might be interested in knowing these facts.