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title: Canada visa for citizens of Pakistan
description: "Citizens of Pakistan need a visa for Canada: apply online for an eVisa, then give biometrics in person. Stay up to 182 days. Fee: CA$100. Processing: 15–60 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Canada visa for citizens of Pakistan

Citizens of Pakistan need a visa for Canada: apply online for an eVisa, then give biometrics in person.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-26. 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:** eVisa + biometrics · eVisa · Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)
- **How to apply:** Apply online, then a biometrics appointment
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 182 days
- **Visa validity:** 1825 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 15–60 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:** Provide evidence of sufficient funds (bank statements, pay stubs, etc.)

## How to apply

1. **Check eligibility and gather documents** — Ensure you meet visitor visa requirements and collect all required documents
2. **Complete online application** — Fill out the IMM 5257 form on the IRCC portal
3. **Pay application fee and biometrics fee** — Pay CAD 100 for visa plus CAD 85 for biometrics (total CAD 185)
4. **Submit application online** — Upload all documents and submit through your IRCC account
5. **Book biometrics appointment** — Schedule a visit to a Visa Application Centre (VAC) for fingerprints and photo
6. **Attend biometrics appointment** — Visit the chosen VAC with your passport and biometrics instruction letter
7. **Wait for processing** — Typical processing time is 15-60 days
8. **Receive passport request or visa** — If approved, you'll receive instructions to submit your passport or a visa counterfoil
9. **Submit passport for visa stamp (if required)** — Send your passport to the visa office for stamping (not needed for eTA)
10. **Travel to Canada** — Present your passport valid visa at the port of entry

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Passport-sized photos** (Identity): Meet IRCC specifications
- **Completed visa application form (IMM 5257)** (Identity): Online form required
- **Application fee receipt** (Financial): Pay online via IRCC portal
- **Biometrics enrollment receipt** (Identity): Valid for 10 years
- **Proof of funds** (Financial): Bank statements or pay stubs
- **Travel itinerary or flight reservation** (Travel): Shows purpose and duration of visit
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel): Reservation for entire stay
- **Letter of invitation (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): From host in Canada
- **Employment or business proof** (Employment): Employer letter or business registration
- **Travel history (visas, stamps)** (Travel, optional): Copies of previous visas and stamps
- **Permanent Resident Card (if applicable)** (Identity, optional): For US green card holders applying via VOA
- **Medical insurance proof** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory
- **Family information form (IMM 5645)** (Identity): Submit if applicable

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** CAD 2,000 per month of stay (typical)
- bank statements
- pay stubs
- employment letter
- tax returns

Sufficient funds must cover entire stay and return travel

## Good to know

- Biometrics appointment is mandatory for Pakistani passport holders even for eVisa
- US green card holders may be eligible for visa on arrival, not eVisa
- Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds** — Provide clear evidence of adequate funds for entire trip
- **Incomplete application form** — Double-check all fields and attach all required documents
- **Poor travel history** — Include visa stamps from previous trips to show compliance
- **Misrepresentation** — Provide truthful and consistent information

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Pakistan need a visa for Canada: apply online for an eVisa, then give biometrics in person. Visa type: eVisa · Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa).

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

Up to 182 days.

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

Government fee: CA$100.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically 15–60 days.

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

Valid passport; Passport-sized photos; Completed visa application form (IMM 5257); Application fee receipt; Biometrics enrollment receipt; Proof of funds; 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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