Apply for a visa

Information about the application process

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Information about starting your application

01

Identify visa
type

Choose the right immigration program for your stay in Canada

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02

Submit your application
and pay your fees

Complete your application, pay your IRCC fees and submit it to IRCC

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03

Wait for your Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL)

IRCC will send you a Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL) when it’s time to enroll your biometrics at a VAC

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04

Book a VAC
appointment

Find your closest VAC and schedule an appointment

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05

Visit the
VAC

Visit the VAC to enroll your biometrics and submit any documents

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06

Check your
application status

Stay informed about the progress of your IRCC application

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07

Wait for your Passport Request letter

IRCC will send you a letter requesting your passport and any other additional documents

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08

Submit your passport and any other documents through the VAC

If you haven’t already submitted your passport, you can use the VAC to send it to IRCC

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09

Collect your passport & application decision

Get your documents back from the VAC

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Ready to apply?

Visit IRCC to get started on your application and then come back to VFS Global to learn more about the services we offer