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title: Canada visa for citizens of Angola
description: "Citizens of Angola 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: 15–60 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Canada visa for citizens of Angola

Citizens of Angola 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 · Canada
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 180 days
- **Visa validity:** 180 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 15–60 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 and/or pay stubs for last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents as listed above.
2. **Fill out the online application form (IMM 5257)** — Complete the form on the IRCC website or using the downloadable PDF.
3. **Pay the visa fee and biometrics fee** — Pay CAD $100 for visa fee and CAD $85 for biometrics (total CAD $185) online via credit card.
4. **Book biometrics appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the VFS Global centre in Luanda or the nearest Canada Visa Application Centre (CVAC).
5. **Attend biometrics appointment** — Visit the VFS centre in person to provide fingerprints and photograph. Bring passport and biometrics letter.
6. **Submit passport and supporting documents** — After biometrics, courier your passport with all paper documents to the visa centre or drop off in person.
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing time typically 15 to 60 days. Check application status online.
8. **Receive visa decision** — If approved, a visa counterfoil will be placed in your passport and returned to you.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
- **Completed visitor visa application form (IMM 5257)** (Identity)
- **Two recent passport-size photos (35mm x 45mm)** (Identity): White background, eyes visible, no glasses or headwear unless religious.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements, payslips, or employment letter showing ability to cover expenses.
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Round trip flight booking and accommodation details.
- **Letter of invitation (if visiting family/friends)** (Supporting, optional): Includes host's full name, address, relationship, and a copy of their Canadian status document.
- **Employment letter (from employer in Angola)** (Employment): State position, salary, and approved leave period.
- **Proof of ties to Angola** (Supporting): E.g., property title, marriage certificate, business registration.
- **Medical insurance (optional but recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Coverage of at least CAD $100,000 for medical emergencies.
- **Biometrics enrollment letter (after payment)** (Identity): Provided after submitting application online, used for appointment.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** CAD $2,500 (approx) for a 2-week trip
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Pay stubs (last 2 months)
- Employment letter with salary

Funds must clearly cover travel, accommodation, and living expenses.

## Good to know

- Visa applications for Angolan passport holders may face longer processing times due to additional background checks.
- Incomplete documentation or insufficient ties to Angola can lead to refusal.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds or unclear source of funds.** — Provide recent bank statements and pay stubs showing regular inflow.
- **Weak ties to home country.** — Include employment letter, property documents, and family letters to demonstrate return intent.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Angola need a visa for Canada and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visitor Visa · Canada.

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

Up to 180 days.

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

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

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically 15–60 days.

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

Valid passport; Completed visitor visa application form (IMM 5257); Two recent passport-size photos (35mm x 45mm); Proof of sufficient funds; Travel itinerary; Employment letter (from employer in Angola); 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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