Visitor Visa (TRV) · 30–60 daysCanada Visitor Visa from India
A Canada Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) lets you visit family, travel, or attend events in Canada. IRCC refuses a large share of Indian applications over funds and weak ties — most of it avoidable. We build a file that answers the officer's real concerns. The final decision always rests with IRCC.
Reviewed by Narinder Chahal · B.Tech, Computer Science (2008) · Last reviewed 15 Jul 2026
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What a strong Canada file needs
The documents and the story behind them — built to answer the officer's real questions.
Proof of funds
6 months of bank statements showing a stable balance — not a sudden lump sum. Any large deposit must have a clear, documented source. Add ITRs, salary slips or business proof so income and savings line up.
Strong ties to India
Job/leave letter, business ownership, property, family dependents — evidence you have compelling reasons to return. This is the single biggest factor in TRV approvals for Indians.
Invitation letter (if visiting family)
A properly worded invitation from your Canadian host with their status (PR/citizen), relationship, your stay plan, and who pays. We draft this so it matches — not contradicts — your file.
Purpose of visit
A clear cover letter explaining why you're going, for how long, and your day-by-day plan. Vague purpose is a common refusal trigger.
Travel history
Past visas and stamps (especially US/UK/Schengen) strengthen your case. First-time travellers need a stronger funds + ties story to compensate.
Why Canada visas get refused — and how we fix it
Most refusals come down to a handful of avoidable gaps. Here's what to get right.
"Purpose of visit" not satisfied
The officer isn't convinced the trip is genuine or temporary. Fix: a specific, dated itinerary + cover letter + matching invitation.
Insufficient or unexplained funds
Low balance, or a big deposit just before applying with no source. Fix: 6-month stable statements + a documented source-of-funds note.
Weak ties to home country
IRCC isn't satisfied you'll leave Canada. Fix: employment, dependents, property and financial ties evidenced clearly.
Family / personal circumstances
Immediate family already in Canada can be read as immigration intent. Fix: a strong return-incentive narrative and ties evidence.
Canada visitor visa: fees, timeline & process
Official figures for the standard visitor route, sourced from the embassy / VFS pages (last checked 2026-08-14). We re-confirm every figure before you file.
Stay allowed
Up to 6 months per visit (officer discretion)
Processing time
Varies by season — typically several weeks to a few months. Check current processing times on IRCC website.
Validity
Single or multiple entry, up to passport expiry or 10 years (whichever is earlier)
Official government & VFS fees (paid at cost, never marked up)
| Visitor Visa (TRV) — individual | CAD $100 |
| Biometrics fee — individual | CAD $85 |
| Biometrics fee — family (2+ people applying together) | CAD $170 |
| VFS service charge — per package | ₹603 |
| Two-Way Courier Service | ₹1,716 |
| Premium Lounge service | ₹4,767 |
| SMS Tracking Service | ₹179 |
| SureshotVisa done-for-you filing | ₹14,999 |
All IRCC government fees are in Canadian Dollars (CAD) and paid directly to IRCC online. VFS service charges are paid in INR at the VAC. Fees are subject to change — verify on IRCC (canada.ca/immigration) and VFS Global (vfsglobal.com/ind/en/can) before applying. Third-party costs (medical exam, police clearance, translation) may also apply.
The price on this page is the price you pay. Government and VFS fees are paid at cost — we never mark them up — and our own fee is published above, GST included. Most consultancies won't put their fee on a public page; ask them why.
How the Canada application works
- 1
Identify your visa type
Use IRCC's 'Come to Canada' online tool (canada.ca/immigration) to confirm the right visa category, required documents, processing times, and fees for your situation.
- 2
Gather documents and submit online via IRCC Portal
Complete your visa application on the IRCC Portal, upload all supporting documents, and pay the IRCC application fee + biometrics fee (if first time).
- 3
Wait for the Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL)
After submission, IRCC emails you a BIL — this confirms your biometric requirement. You must use THIS BIL for THIS application.
- 4
Book VAC appointment via AMS
As of Feb 21, 2026, appointments are booked through the Appointment Management System (AMS). From Feb 24, 2026 you must upload your BIL to schedule. Each family member needs their own appointment.
- 5
Visit the VAC for biometrics
Attend your VAC appointment. Staff capture fingerprints + digital photo. Submit any documents not uploaded online. Pay VFS service charges. Collect your receipt with tracking number.
- 6
Track your application
Use the tracking ID from the VAC receipt on VFS website, web chat, email, or helpline (1800-266-8858). VFS tracking shows passport LOCATION only, not processing stage. Online applications: check status on IRCC.
- 7
Wait for the Passport Request Letter from IRCC
DO NOT submit your passport until you receive this letter from IRCC. Each family member receives their own letter.
- 8
Submit passport through VAC
Submit original passport + IRCC passport request letter + biometrics sticker copy + VFS consent form. Effective Oct 9, 2023: Only applicant, parents (for minors), or 1 appointed family member can submit.
- 9
Collect your passport and decision
VAC emails you when passport is ready. Collect in person or by courier. Check visa details immediately: validity dates, entries, purpose.
Where you'll give biometrics in India
- VAC Ahmedabad — Shree Balaji Agora Mall, Motera (382424)
- VAC Bengaluru — Sobha Pearl, Ashok Nagar (560025)
- VAC Chandigarh — Elante, Industrial Area Phase 1 (160002)
- VAC Chennai — Ramee Mall, Anna Salai (600018)
- VAC Hyderabad — Zonah Crescent, Banjara Hills (500034)
- VAC Jalandhar — Aman Plaza, Lajpat Nagar (144001)
- VAC Kolkata — Rene Tower, Rajdanga Main Road (700107)
- VAC Mumbai — Urmi Axis Building, Mahalaxmi West (400011)
- VAC New Delhi — Shivaji Stadium Metro, Connaught Place (110001)
- VAC Pune — 93 Avenue Mall, Wanowarie (411022) — Hours 8:00–16:00
Centre details can change — we re-confirm the address and book the earliest slot that fits your travel date as part of the filing service.
What's free, and what costs
Three separate things — you can stop after the free one.
- 1Ask on WhatsApp
Free
Tell us the country, the purpose and your situation. A licensed consultant answers — which visa fits, what your file needs, whether we can help.
No payment, no obligation, no card.
- 2One-Document Check
₹499
Send one document — a leave letter, NOC, salary slip, invitation or bank statement — and a licensed consultant tells you what an officer would question about it, and what to change before you submit.
One document, answered the same working day. Credited in full if you book filing.
- 3Visa Possibility Report
₹499
A written case review: the weak points an officer will probe, the documents you're missing, and the strategy for your specific file.
Refundable, and credited in full if you go ahead with filing.
- 4Done-for-you filing
Published per visa
We build and file the whole application — documents, forms, appointment, submission and tracking. Every price is on the pricing page, GST included.
The officer still decides the outcome. Nobody can change that.
Every filing price is published on the pricing page, and our fee is refundable before we file — refund policy.
Unsure which route fits your case? The ₹499 report answers it — refundable, credited to any service.
Canada visitor visa FAQs
How much bank balance do I need for a Canada visitor visa from India?
There's no official minimum, but you should show enough to cover your trip plus stability over the last 6 months. A steady balance and clear source of funds matter far more than a large last-minute deposit — unexplained deposits are a frequent refusal reason. We assess your exact case in the ₹499 report.
Can you guarantee my Canada visa?
No — and you should be wary of anyone who does. Approval rests entirely with IRCC. What we control is the quality of the file: funds presentation, ties, invitation, purpose. We prepare and submit the strongest version of your case.
What are GCMS notes and do I need them?
If you were refused, GCMS notes are the officer's actual internal reasoning behind the decision. They reveal the real refusal ground so the reapplication targets it. See our GCMS/CAIPS notes service.
Do I need an invitation letter?
Only if you're visiting family or friends. It's not mandatory, but a well-drafted invitation that matches your file strengthens a family-visit application. We draft it for you.
₹499 · Refundable · Credited to any service