Welcome to VFS Global

VFS Global is the exclusive service provider for the Government of Canada, authorized to provide administrative support services to visa applicants in India.

Welcome to the VFS Global Canada Visa website for visa applicants based in India. We are the authorized service provider for Government of Canada.

Our user-friendly platform offers comprehensive information and resources for a smooth visa application experience. Explore our website to access essential details, track your documents and find answers to FAQs.

We are here to assist you in your journey to Canada.

Important Information

Limited-period Premium Lounge

Limited-period Premium Lounge offer: Enrol biometrics and submit passports from the comfort of our plush Premium Lounge at the Visa Application Centre.

20 August 2024

Canada VAC

Effective 9th October 2023, passport submission & passport collection for Canada VACs in India will be limited to the below individuals,

6 October 2023

Ministerial Instructions by IRCC

Following Ministerial Instructions issued by the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada on April 9, April 29, May 19, June 10, July 1, and October 1, 2020, February 1 and September 1, 2021, and April 1, 2022...

1 April 2023

Fraudulent recruitment / employment offers

It has come to VFS Global’s attention that, individuals misrepresenting themselves as VFS Global’ agents or representatives have approached people to offer fraudulent/fictitious employment opportunities...

1 August 2022

Most applicants need to give their biometrics, but IRCC may have certain exemptions or temporary measure for special situations.

Find a Visa Application Centre near you

VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd
Urmi Axis Building, 3rd floor, Behind Famous Studio
Mahalaxmi (West), Mumbai Maharashtra 400 011.
Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:00

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 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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Applying for your visa online?

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Applying for something else?

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Have accessibility needs?

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Applying for a tourist visa?

Here's what you'll need

For a Canadian temporary resident visa, you generally need the following:

  • A valid travel document, like a passport
  • Proof of financial means to support your stay in Canada
  • Travel itinerary, including hotel bookings and flight reservations
  • Proof of ties to your home country, such as employment, family or property ownership
  • Any other additional information based on your specific situation
Please visit IRCC for more information on visitor visas >>

Need more guidance on how VACs can help?

Watch our video to get a complete understanding how to go about applying for your Canada Visa.

Optional services to enhance your experience

One-way courier service

₹ 682.00

Two-way courier service

₹ 1,365.00

Photocopy

₹ 29.00

Frequently Asked Questions

Canada VACs have been established to provide biometric collection and select administrative support services to foreign nationals seeking to visit, work, study, transit through or immigrate to Canada. While all application processing and visa decisions are made by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), VACs offer a variety of services to make your application experience easier and more convenient.

VFS Global is the only service provider authorized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to operate Canada VACs in India.

An emergency appointment for biometric collection may be available at the Visa Application Centre (VAC) if:
- Your immediate family member residing in Canada is critically ill or dying
- Your immediate family member residing in Canada has died and you wish to attend their funeral
Immediate family members are your:
spouse or common-law partner
dependent child
dependent child of a dependent child
parent or step-parent
guardian or tutor

You must provide proof of needing an emergency biometric appointment when you come to the VAC. The VAC will ask to see one of the following:
- Death/Medical Certificate
- Letter from Medical Officer/Unit
- Letter from Funeral Home

IMPORTANT: The VAC will report you to IRCC if you request an emergency biometric appointment and do not provide sufficient proof of your emergency situation.

Requesting an emergency biometric appointment at the VAC will not affect IRCC’s processing times for your application or its outcome.

Please note that emergency biometric appointments cannot be scheduled using the online appointment system. To schedule an emergency biometric appointment, please contact the VAC Contact Centre or come to the VAC in person.

Please click here to Contact us.

Do you need more help?

VFS Global Services Pvt. Ltd
Urmi Axis Building, 3rd floor, Behind Famous Studio, Mahalaxmi (West), Mumbai Maharashtra 400 011.

Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:00