Canada visit visa from Pakistan
Pakistani citizens need a visitor visa (a temporary resident visa) to travel to Canada for tourism, family visits or short business trips. You apply online, give biometrics, and show the purpose of your visit, funds for your trip and your ties to home. The main fee is CA$100 (about PKR 19,400).
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At a glance
- Main fee
- CA$100 (about PKR 19,400)
- Processing time
- Varies, see below
- Documents
- 8 on the list
- Pakistani citizens need a visitor visa to travel to Canada.
- You must show the purpose of your visit, funds for your trip and your ties to home.
- Biometrics are usually required.
Fees
| Fee | Official amount | About in PKR |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor visa | CA$100 | PKR 19,400 |
| Biometrics (per person)Family maximum 170 CAD. | CA$85 | PKR 16,500 |
Rupee amounts are a guide only, at the mid-market rate on October 8, 2026 (1 CAD = PKR 194.44). Your bank and the visa centre use their own rates.
Check the amount on the official source.
Official fee pages:IRCC fee listBiometrics
Processing time
Not confirmed
Varies by country of application; check the IRCC processing times tool.
Official source: Check processing timesDocuments you need
From our draft document list for this visa. Your own list depends on your situation, so check the official source.
Usually needed
Passport
Bank statement / proof of funds
Proof of funds for the trip.
Passport-size photograph (destination specification)
Digital photo to IRCC specifications.
Needed in some situations
Employer reference or leave letter (NOC)
Leave letter / NOC or business evidence.
Invitation letter from host or business
Invitation from family or a business in Canada.
Polio vaccination certificate (NIMS/NADRA)
Pakistan exit requirement, not a visa document: when you leave Pakistan you must show a NIMS/NADRA vaccination certificate including polio (the old paper card is no longer accepted, and since 14 September 2026 airports check a NADRA-integrated vaccination record). Verify current rules.
Can support your application
Return ticket reservation and accommodation booking
Travel plans.
FBR income tax return / wealth statement
Tax return or wealth statement.
How to apply, step by step
Prepare evidence
Funds, employment or business evidence, travel plans and any invitation letter.
Apply for a visitor visaApply online
Apply through your IRCC account and pay the fees.
Apply for a visitor visaGive biometrics
Book a biometrics appointment at a visa application centre.
BiometricsPassport request and decision
If approved, IRCC asks for your passport to place the visa.
Check processing times
Questions people ask
How much does a Canada visit visa cost from Pakistan?
Visitor visa: CA$100 (about PKR 19,400); Biometrics (per person): CA$85 (about PKR 16,500). Fees change, so check the official fee page before you pay.
IRCC fee list (opens in a new tab)How long does a Canada visit visa take from Pakistan?
Varies by country of application; check the IRCC processing times tool.
Check processing times (opens in a new tab)What documents do I need for a Canada visit visa from Pakistan?
The usual documents are: Passport, Bank statement / proof of funds, and Passport-size photograph (destination specification). Depending on your situation, you may also need: Employer reference or leave letter (NOC), Invitation letter from host or business, and Polio vaccination certificate (NIMS/NADRA).
How long can I stay in Canada on a visitor visa?
Usually up to 6 months per entry. Check the official IRCC page for your own situation.
Apply for a visitor visa (opens in a new tab)Do I need biometrics for a Canada visit visa?
Usually, yes. After you apply online through your IRCC account, you book a biometrics appointment at a visa application centre. If IRCC decides to issue the visa, it asks for your passport to place it.
Biometrics (opens in a new tab)What is the success rate for Canada visit visas from Pakistan?
Nobody can promise you a visa, and we do not publish success rates. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) decides each application on its own evidence.