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title: Canada visa for citizens of Myanmar
description: "Citizens of Myanmar need a visa for Canada and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 180 days. Fee: CA$100. Processing: 15–30 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Canada visa for citizens of Myanmar

Citizens of Myanmar 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 – TRV)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 180 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 15–30 days
- **Government fee:** CA$100
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Proof of funds:** CAD 2,500 minimum; sufficient funds for entire stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents as listed above.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill out IMM 5257 via IRCC's online portal and pay the visa processing fee.
3. **Pay biometrics fee** — Pay CAD 85 for biometrics (if first-time applicant aged 14-79).
4. **Schedule biometrics appointment** — Book an appointment at a VAC (Visa Application Centre) nearest to you.
5. **Attend biometrics appointment** — Go in person to VAC to provide fingerprints and photograph.
6. **Submit passport (if required)** — After approval, submit your passport for visa stamp (courier or in-person).
7. **Collect visa and travel** — Receive passport with visa sticker; check validity and max stay before departure.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay)** (Travel): Must have at least two blank pages
- **Completed visa application form (IMM 5257)** (Supporting): Fill online via IRCC portal
- **Two recent passport-size photographs** (Supporting): Meet Canada photo specifications
- **Proof of financial means** (Financial): Bank statements, pay stubs, or sponsorship letter
- **Travel itinerary or flight reservation** (Travel, optional): Not mandatory but recommended
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): Shows planned stay
- **Letter of invitation (if visiting family/friends)** (Supporting, optional): Include host's status in Canada
- **Employment letter or proof of ties to home country** (Employment): Shows intent to return
- **Biometric enrollment receipt (if applicable)** (Supporting): Pay fee and schedule biometrics appointment
- **Copy of previous visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps demonstrate travel history
- **Birth certificate or marriage certificate (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): For family applicants
- **Medical examination report (if required)** (Supporting, optional): May be requested by IRCC
- **Police clearance certificate (if required)** (Supporting, optional): May be requested by IRCC

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** CAD 2,500
- Bank statements (last 3-6 months)
- Pay slips
- Tax returns
- Sponsorship letter

You must show sufficient funds to cover your entire stay and return trip.

## Good to know

- Processing times can be longer during peak seasons; apply well in advance.
- Incorrect or incomplete applications may be returned or refused.
- Biometrics must be provided once every 10 years for most applicants.
- A visa does not guarantee entry; final decision by border officer.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient financial proof** — Provide clear bank statements and proof of income for at least 3 months.
- **Weak ties to home country** — Include employment letter, property documents, or family obligations in home country.
- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and attach all required documents.
- **Criminal or medical inadmissibility** — Disclose any history and provide police clearance or medical exam if requested.
- **Misrepresentation or fraud** — Provide only truthful and accurate information; never forge documents.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 180 days.

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

Government fee: CA$100.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically 15–30 days.

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

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay); Completed visa application form (IMM 5257); Two recent passport-size photographs; Proof of financial means; Employment letter or proof of ties to home country; Biometric enrollment receipt (if applicable); and 7 more depending on your situation.

### 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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