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title: Canada visa for citizens of Indonesia
description: "Citizens of Indonesia 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: 14–30 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Canada visa for citizens of Indonesia

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

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

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:** 14–30 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 showing sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents as per checklist.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill out IMM 5257 on IRCC portal and upload documents.
3. **Pay fees online** — Pay visa processing fee (CAD 100) and biometrics fee (CAD 85) via IRCC portal.
4. **Book biometrics appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the nearest VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Indonesia.
5. **Attend biometrics appointment** — Visit VAC in person to provide fingerprints and photograph.
6. **Submit passport (if requested)** — After approval, submit your passport to VAC for visa stamping.
7. **Collect passport** — Pick up your passport with visa or have it couriered.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Completed visa application form (IMM 5257)** (Identity): Fill online via IRCC portal
- **Two recent passport-sized photographs** (Identity): Meet Canadian photo specifications
- **Proof of financial means** (Financial): Bank statements, pay slips, or sponsorship letter
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight bookings and accommodation details
- **Employment letter or proof of ties to Indonesia** (Employment): Shows intention to return
- **Invitation letter (if visiting family/friends)** (Supporting, optional): From host in Canada with proof of status
- **Biometrics fee receipt** (Supporting): Pay online before appointment
- **Visa application fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Pay online via IRCC portal
- **Copy of previous visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps demonstrate travel history
- **Marriage certificate (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): For accompanying spouse
- **Children's birth certificates (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): For minor applicants
- **Police clearance certificate (if requested)** (Supporting, optional): May be required for some applicants
- **Medical exam report (if requested)** (Supporting, optional): For stays over 6 months or specific cases

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** CAD 2,500 per person for a short stay
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Pay slips
- Sponsorship letter
- Fixed deposit certificates

Funds must be sufficient to cover travel, accommodation, and return.

## Good to know

- Processing times may vary; apply well in advance.
- Incomplete applications may be returned or delayed.
- Biometrics are mandatory for all applicants aged 14-79.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient financial proof** — Provide clear bank statements and proof of income.
- **Weak ties to home country** — Include employment letter, property deeds, or family ties.
- **Incomplete or incorrect application** — Double-check all forms and documents before submission.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Indonesia 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 Indonesia stay in Canada?

Up to 180 days.

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

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

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically 14–30 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Completed visa application form (IMM 5257); Two recent passport-sized photographs; Proof of financial means; Travel itinerary; Employment letter or proof of ties to Indonesia; and 8 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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