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title: Canada visa for citizens of Vietnam
description: "Citizens of Vietnam 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 Vietnam

Citizens of Vietnam 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:** Bank statements showing sufficient funds for stay and return

## How to apply

1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather all documents listed above, including passport, photos, and financial proofs.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill out the visa application form (IMM 5257) on the IRCC portal and upload supporting documents.
3. **Pay application and biometrics fees** — Pay CAD 100 visa fee and CAD 85 biometrics fee online via IRCC.
4. **Book biometrics appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the nearest Visa Application Centre (VAC) in Vietnam.
5. **Attend biometrics appointment** — Visit the VAC in person to provide fingerprints and photograph.
6. **Submit passport (if requested)** — After approval, submit your passport to the VAC for visa stamping.
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 30–60 days; check application status online.
8. **Receive passport with visa** — Collect your passport from the VAC or have it couriered to you.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Two recent passport-sized photographs** (Identity): Meet Canada photo specifications
- **Completed visa application form (IMM 5257)** (Identity): Fill online via IRCC portal
- **Family information form (IMM 5645)** (Identity): For applicants 18 and older
- **Proof of financial means** (Financial): Bank statements, pay stubs, or sponsorship letter
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight bookings and accommodation details
- **Employment letter** (Employment): Stating position, salary, and approved leave
- **Proof of ties to home country** (Supporting): e.g., property deeds, family certificates
- **Biometrics fee receipt** (Supporting): Pay online after application submission
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Pay online via IRCC portal
- **Copy of previous visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Helps demonstrate travel history
- **Letter of invitation (if visiting family/friends)** (Supporting, optional): From host in Canada with proof of status

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** CAD 2,500
- bank statements
- pay stubs
- employment letter
- sponsorship letter

Sufficient funds to cover stay and return travel

## Good to know

- Apply well in advance; processing times vary and can be longer during peak seasons.
- Ensure all documents are translated into English or French if not originally in those languages.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient financial proof** — Provide clear bank statements showing adequate funds for the entire stay.
- **Weak ties to home country** — Submit evidence of employment, property, or family commitments in Vietnam.
- **Incomplete or incorrect application** — Double-check all forms and upload all required documents before submission.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Vietnam 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 Vietnam stay in Canada?

Up to 180 days.

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

Government fee: CA$100.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically 30–60 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Two recent passport-sized photographs; Completed visa application form (IMM 5257); Family information form (IMM 5645); 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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