Please be sure to check with the immigration office within the province or territory
from which you are requesting a visa or permit, as well as the CIC - Department
of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, for any updates, changes to the application
fees, and assistance in determining the best way to expedite processing your application.
Processing time for Family Visas for persons currently residing outside
of Canada is approximately 3-12 months. When your family visa is approved, you will receive a letter from the CIC,
detailing the terms of acceptance, the dates by which you need to enter Canada and
any additional information you need to know regarding your status.
The Application Fees for Family Visas include a $75.00 sponsorship application,
a $475.00 principal applicant fee, a family member fee of $550.00 for principal
applicants 22 years of age and over, and a family member fee of $150.00 for applicants
under 22 years of age.
Processing time for Business Visas is approximately 6-32 months.
When your business visa is approved, you will receive a letter from the CIC,
detailing the terms of acceptance, the dates by which you need to enter Canada and
any additional information you need to know regarding your status.
The Application Fees for Business Visas for the principal applicant is
$1,050.00 and a family member fee of $550.00 for principal applicants 22 years of
age and over, and a family member fee of $150.00 for applicants under 22 years of
age.
Processing time for Temporary Visas is approximately 6-12 weeks. When
your temporary visa is approved, you will receive a letter from the CIC, detailing
the terms of acceptance, the dates by which you need to enter Canada and any additional
information you need to know regarding your status.
For Temporary Visas – the application fee for single entry into Canada
is $75.00 and for multiple entries is $150.00.
Processing time for Work Permits is approximately 1 day to several months.
When your work permit is approved, you will receive a letter from the CIC, detailing
the terms of acceptance, the dates by which you need to enter Canada and any additional
information you need to know regarding your status.
For Work Permits – the application fee is $150.00.
Processing time for Study Permits is approximately2-8 weeks. When your
study permit is approved, you will receive a letter from the CIC, detailing the
terms of acceptance, the dates by which you need to enter Canada and any additional
information you need to know regarding your status.
For Study Permits – the application fee is $125.00.
Navigation through the Canadian Immigration system is easier when you are prepared,
you are patient, and you plan ahead. If you are in a hurry, you can often expedite the process by enlisting the
aid of a Canadian Immigration Attorney to help guide you and be an advocate for
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