Canada Visa for Indians

All Indian passport holders travelling to Canada require a visa to enter the country, regardless of the purpose of their visit. Although there are certain countries, such as  Australia, Denmark, Germany, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the United Kingdom and the United States, among several others, that are exempted from requiring a visa, allowing them to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). Since India is not one of these countries, they will have to obtain a Canada travel visa from India.

Before applying for a visa to Canada, it is important that you are informed of all the documents to produce. So here is a list of requirements to apply for a Canada visa:

• A passport valid for at least 6 months or more.
• Two recent passport-sized, borderless, headgear-free photos (35 x 45 mm).
• Proof of financial support to manage the trip expenses.
• Proof of flight tickets (onwards and return) and accommodation.
• A detailed itinerary

Validity

Check out the validity for the different types of visas for you to plan your trip according to the purpose of your visit:

1. Tourist visa:
   1. Single entry: 6 months
   2. Multiple entry: 10 years, 6 months per visit
2. Super visa: 10 years, 2 years per visit
3. Business visitor visa: 6 months
4. Work permit: Depends on employment terms
5. Transit visa: 2 days

The above list includes a variety of visa types, each with a unique application procedure. So it is important that you have all the information that you need to start your application process. Here is the application process for applying for a Canada visa for Indians:

Online application:

Step 1: Visit the official website of Canada immigration and create an account.

Step 2: Upload all the required documents mentioned in the previous section that have been requested in the application.

Step 3: Pay the application fee and schedule an appointment at the nearest VFS centre to submit your biometric information. You will need to attend an interview based on your application profile. 

Offline application:

Step 1: Visit the official website for the Canadian visa application. Fill out the application enrolment details and schedule the appointment. 

Step 2: Complete the application carefully, ensuring that all the details are accurate and up to date. 

Step 3: Visit the nearest VFS Global Centre and submit the necessary documents and pay the processing fee.

Step 4: If required, you will have to submit your biometric information and attend an interview. This step depends on each individual application.

For both these processes, you will be notified by email or check your status through a tracking number. 

The processing time for tourist visas, both single and multiple entry, is between 15-30 days and costs Rs. 9,000-10,000 and Rs. 10,000-12,000, respectively. For a super visa, the processing time is between 8-12 weeks, so ensure that you plan in advance. It costs Rs. 12,000-15,000. For a business visa, the processing time is between 15-30 days and costs Rs. 9,000-12,000, whereas for a work permit visa, the processing fee is Rs. 12,000-18,000 and takes about 1-4 months to get processed. A transit visa for Canada takes about 5-7 days and is free of cost.

According to recent reports, the rejection rate for a Canada visa for Indian citizens has seen a significant surge. Another shocking revelation is that the number of immigration centres for obtaining a Canadian visa has also significantly dropped. So be careful while applying for a visa, as these are difficult times.

Given the recent dip in acceptance rates, it is essential that all Indian applicants do everything in their power to increase their chances of getting through a successful visa to Canada. So here are some helpful tips to make that happen:

• Submit visa applications well in advance of intended travel dates to accommodate potential processing delays.
• Provide thorough and accurate documentation to strengthen the application and reduce the risk of rejection.
• Ensure your passport has sufficient validity.
• Provide a clear travel itinerary.
• Demonstrate strong financial stability.
• Be transparent during interviews.

As mentioned above, Canada’s rejection rate has shot up, with 25-30% of Canada visas for Indians getting rejected. It is pivotal that we know what the possible reasons are for such high rejection rates and avoid making those mistakes:
Incomplete or incorrect documentation.

1. Insufficient financial proof.
2. Lack of travel history.
3. Unclear purpose of visit.
4. Perceived risk of overstaying or settling in Canada illegally.
5. Surge in applications leading to stricter scrutiny due to limited processing capacity.

If you are looking for a smooth and hassle-free trip experience, then Pickyourtrail is your best pick. Our visa experts will guide you through and ensure a successful Canada visa application and make your dream holidays come true! Start planning ahead and make the most of your trip experience!

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