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title: Canada visa for citizens of Nauru
description: "Citizens of Nauru 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: 30–60 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Canada visa for citizens of Nauru

Citizens of Nauru 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
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Proof of sufficient funds for your stay (bank statements, pay stubs, etc.)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required forms and supporting documents as listed.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill out the visa application form (IMM 5257) on the IRCC portal.
3. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the CAD 100 processing fee online via IRCC.
4. **Submit application** — Upload all documents and submit electronically through the IRCC portal.
5. **Book biometrics appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the nearest VFS Global or Canadian visa office for biometrics collection.
6. **Attend biometrics appointment** — Go in person to provide fingerprints and photograph.
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 30-60 days.
8. **Passport submission (if required)** — If asked, submit your physical passport for visa stamping via VFS.
9. **Receive decision** — Check your IRCC account for the visa decision.
10. **Prepare for travel** — Once visa is issued, ensure you have onward ticket and proof of funds.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 1 blank page)** (Identity): Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **Completed visa application form (IMM 5257)** (Identity): Download and fill from IRCC website.
- **Family Information form (IMM 5645)** (Identity): Include details of all family members.
- **Two recent passport-size photographs** (Identity): Must meet Canadian photo specifications.
- **Proof of financial means** (Financial): Bank statements, pay stubs, or sponsorship letter.
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Round-trip flight reservations and hotel bookings.
- **Letter of invitation (if visiting family/friends)** (Supporting, optional): Include host's contact and proof of status in Canada.
- **Employment letter or proof of ties to home country** (Employment): To demonstrate you will return after visit.
- **Proof of visa fee payment** (Financial): Pay online via IRCC portal.
- **Biometrics receipt (if already collected)** (Identity, optional): Provide if you have given biometrics within the last 10 years.
- **Copy of airline ticket (if purchased)** (Travel, optional): Not required at time of application but helpful.
- **Birth certificate (for minors)** (Identity, optional): Required if applying with children.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient for entire stay (no fixed amount)
- Bank statements
- Pay stubs
- Sponsor letter
- Tax returns

You must show you can support yourself and family during the visit.

## Good to know

- Visa issuance is not guaranteed; decision is at officer's discretion.
- Biometrics must be done in person at a visa office; no exceptions.
- Processing times may vary; apply well in advance.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient financial proof** — Provide detailed bank statements and proof of stable income.
- **Weak ties to home country** — Submit evidence of employment, property, or family commitments in Nauru.
- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and use the correct forms.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Nauru 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 Nauru stay in Canada?

Up to 180 days.

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

Government fee: CA$100.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically 30–60 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 1 blank page); Completed visa application form (IMM 5257); Family Information form (IMM 5645); Two recent passport-size photographs; Proof of financial means; Travel itinerary; and 6 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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