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title: Canada visa for citizens of Algeria
description: "Citizens of Algeria need a visa for Canada and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 180 days. Fee: CA$100 + CA$30 service fee. Processing: 30–60 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Canada visa for citizens of Algeria

Citizens of Algeria need a visa for Canada and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada.html

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 180 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 30–60 days
- **Government fee:** CA$100 + CA$30 service fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for the last 4 months showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents including passport, photographs, financial proofs, and invitation letter if applicable
2. **Complete online application**
3. **Pay application and biometrics fees** — Pay the visa fee (CAD 100) and biometrics fee (CAD 85) online to get the biometric instruction letter
4. **Submit application through VFS Global** — Print the online application summary, attach documents, and submit at the nearest VFS Global application centre in Algeria
5. **Schedule biometrics appointment** — Book an appointment at the VFS Global centre in Algiers to provide fingerprints and photograph
6. **Attend biometrics appointment** — Visit the VFS Global centre at the scheduled time with your passport and biometric instruction letter
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes approximately 30–60 days; track application status online via VFS tracking number
8. **Submit passport for visa stamping** — Upon approval, mail or drop off your original passport at the VFS centre for visa sticker issuance
9. **Collect passport or receive by courier** — Collect the stamped passport from VFS or opt for courier delivery

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay and have at least 2 blank pages
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): Two recent photos meeting Canadian specifications
- **Completed visa application form (IMM 5257)** (Identity): Must be printed, signed, and dated
- **Family information form (IMM 5645)** (Identity): For applicants 18 years or older
- **Biometric instruction letter** (Identity): Provided after application submission; needed for biometrics appointment
- **Proof of financial means** (Financial): Bank statements, pay stubs, or sponsorship letter
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Round-trip flight booking and accommodation details
- **Letter of invitation (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): From a host in Canada, including their status and contact details
- **Employment letter or proof of ties** (Employment): Employment letter, enrollment letter, or evidence of strong home ties
- **Marriage certificate or birth certificate (if applicable)** (Identity, optional): To prove relationship with accompanying family members

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** CAD 2,000 per person per month of stay
- Bank statements (last 4 months)
- Pay stubs
- Employment letter with salary
- Sponsor's bank statement and letter

Funds must be readily available and clearly show your ability to cover expenses

## Good to know

- Apply well in advance as processing times often exceed 30 days
- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity beyond your intended departure from Canada
- Biometrics must be provided in person; no exceptions for adults

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient financial documentation** — Provide clear bank statements from the last 4 months showing adequate funds
- **Weak ties to home country (risk of overstay)** — Include employment letter, property ownership documents, or family ties in Algeria
- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields on IMM 5257 and IMM 5645 before submission

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Algeria need a visa for Canada?

Citizens of Algeria need a visa for Canada and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa).

### How long can citizens of Algeria stay in Canada?

Up to 180 days.

### How much does the Canada visa cost for citizens of Algeria?

Government fee: CA$100 + CA$30 service fee.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically 30–60 days.

### What documents do citizens of Algeria need for Canada?

Valid passport; Passport-size photographs; Completed visa application form (IMM 5257); Family information form (IMM 5645); Biometric instruction letter; Proof of financial means; and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Canada?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada.html. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [canada.ca](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada.html)

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