Canada is rich with a variety of cultures and nationalities, beautiful wildlife, landscapes, architecture and top-notch universities.
If you are a Bangladeshi who has obtained an international passport and is eligible for the visa application, then you’ll find here a detailed list of Visa information available for you to work, study, vacation or reside smoothly in Canada.
Canada Visa Types, Processing Time & Duration
| TYPES OF VISA | PROCESSING TIME | DURATION OF STAY |
|---|---|---|
| Work Permits | 15 week | 6 months – 4 years |
| Temporary Resident Visa | 29 days | 6 months |
| Study Permits | 5 weeks | Study duration + 90 days |
| Permanent Resident Visa | 6 – 10 months | 5 years |
General Requirements for a Canadian Visa
- A completely filled Canadian visa application form
- Valid international passport with at least two unused pages for official use
- Proof of financial security for your trip
- A recent coloured passport photograph (35 mm by 45 mm)
- Travel itinerary
Canada Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)
- Canada Temporary Resident visa is also known as Canada Visitor visa
- Canada Temporary resident visas are for individuals who want to get into Canada for the meantime
- Based on your purpose for travelling, there are different types of Temporary Resident Visa:
- Tourist visa which allows you to enter Canada for tourism
- Super visa which allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents an extended stay in Canada
- Temporary Foreign Worker visa which allows people with a job offer from an employer to stay in Canada for up to 6 months
- Temporary Resident Permit which allows people into Canada for a very short stay (less than 2 weeks)
- Application for Tempory Resident Visa should be done at least 3 months before the intended travel date
- Visitors on medical purpose need to provide proof of medical condition
Canada Study Permits
- Study Permit is issued by Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
- Study Permits last for 6 months. It is extendable by changing schools or extending a study program
- Apart from general required documents, Study Permit you must have a confirmed offer of enrolment from designated learning institutions
- Quebec Acceptance Certificate must be obtained if you wish to study in Montreal or the Province of Quebec
- Accompanying family members may be included in the study permit, accompanying spouse may be granted an open work permit, accompanying minor children may be able to study at Canadian elementary schools
- Study permit visas expire 90 days after graduation. Graduates are allowed to stay in Canada and work for an employer for up to 3 years with a post-graduation work permit (PGWP)
Canada Work Permit
- Work Permit is issued to professionals that have job offers in Canada
- There are two types of work permits:
- Openwork permit which allows you to work for any eligible employer in Canada
- Employer-specific work permit which allows you to work according to stated conditions on the visa
- Work permits last for a period of 6 months to 4 years
- A work permit is extendable
- Work permits require verification from the Canadian Labour Market known as Labour Market Opinion (LMO)
- Intracompany transfers, NAFTA, and Post Graduate work permits (PGWP) do not require LMO verification
Canada Permanent Residence Visa (PRV)
- Permanent Residence Visa is for non-Canadian citizens who have been granted permanent resident status
- The visa grants you the liberties and rights of a Canadian citizen
- Pathways to get a PRV in Bangladesh includes Skilled Immigrants Program (Express Entry), Self-employed Personal Program, Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), Quebec Skilled Workers Program (QSWP), and sponsorship programs
Canada Visa Fees
| VISA CATEGORY | VISA TYPE | VISA FEES (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary Resident Visa | Electronic Travel Authorization | 7 |
| Temporary Resident Visa | International Experience Canada (IEC) | 150 |
| Temporary Resident Visa | Temporary Resident Permit | 200 |
| Temporary Resident Visa | Visitor visa, including super visa -per person | 100 |
| Temporary Resident Visa | Visitor visa – family (5 upwards) | 500 |
| Temporary Resident Visa | Extended stay as a visitor – per person | 100 |
| Temporary Resident Visa | Restore visitor status | 200 |
| Study Permits | Study Permits per person (including extensions) | 150 |
| Study Permits | Student Status restoration + new study permit | 400 |
| Work Permits | Work permits per person (including extensions) | 155 |
| Work Permits | Open work permit | 100 |
| Work Permits | Status renewal + new work permit | 355 |
| Permanent Resident Visa | Business Immigration (start-up visa, Quebec business immigration, self-employed individuals):
Processing + right of permanent residence fee |
1540 |
| Permanent Resident Visa | Spouse/ partner processing fee + right of permanent residence | 1040 |
| Permanent Resident Visa | Processing fee per dependent child | 150 |
| Permanent Resident Visa | Processing fee + right of permanent residence fee | 1040 |
| Permanent Resident Visa | Spouse/ partner processing fee + right of permanent residence | 550 |
| Permanent Resident Visa | Processing fee per dependent child | 150 |
| Permanent Resident Visa | Permit holders class processing fee + right of permanent residence | 815 |
| Permanent Resident Visa | Protected person, application fee + spouse/partner fee + dependent child | 1250 |
Canada Visa Application Centres in Bangladesh
| LOCATION | ADDRESS | PHONE NUMBER |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaka, Bangladesh | 4th Floor, Delta Life Tower, Plot 37, Road 90, North Gulshan Avenue , Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh |
(+88) 02 9887091-97 |
| Chittagong, Bangladesh | House 38, Chamber House, 4th Floor Agrabad,
Chittagong-4100 Bangladesh |
(+)88 09606 777 888 |
| Sylhet, Bangladesh | 7th Floor, Nirvana Inn, Mirza Jungle Road, Ramerdhigir par, Sylhet-3100, Bangladesh |
(+)88 09666 911 380 |
Commonly Asked Questions about Canada Visa
Can I work in Canada with a tourist visa?
No. It is illegal to work in Canada with a tourist visa. You will be blacklisted and deported immediately to your country. Please apply for a work permit with the info above.
Can I mail in my Canadian visa application from Bangladesh?
Yes, Bangladeshis are eligible to mail in their Canadian visa application form.
Where can I download the Canadian visa application form?
The Canadian visa application form can be gotten on the official Canada immigration website www.cic.gc.ca
Where can I submit my Canadian visa application form?
Visa application forms can be submitted at the Canada Visa Application Centres. It can also be submitted online on www.canada.ca
How can I track my Canadian Visa application?
You can track your visa officially by visiting www.vfsglobal.ca
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