Do I have to apply for a Canadian tourist visa in person (for the first time)?

Generally, face-to-face interviews are not needed, but the pass rate of face-to-face interviews is still relatively high. Because the visa officer can explain on the spot if he has any questions about the application materials, which avoids many misunderstandings.

Procedures for applying for a Canadian tourist visa:

First, fill in the form.

Application form for temporary resident tourist visa (IMM5257)

Each applicant and each accompanying child need an application form. /kloc-accompanying children aged 0/8 and above must fill in and sign their own application forms.

Family information form (IMM5645)

The applicant and each accompanying family member aged 18 and above should fill in the form (please fill in it in Chinese and English or Chinese and French).

List of tourist visas for temporary residents

* All application forms are free and can be downloaded from the Canadian Embassy in official website or directly from the Canadian Immigration Department in official website. Enter the name of the form in the search box in the upper right corner of the page, and then press Enter.

Second, prepare the application materials

1. photos (name and date of birth are indicated after each photo):

* Two identical black-and-white or color photos taken in the last six months.

* Photos must be clear, with pure white or light background;

* Digital photos cannot be modified;

* Face the camera, keep a normal expression, don't frown or smile, and keep your mouth shut;

* You can wear colored glasses with degrees, as long as the applicant's eyes are clearly visible and the frame does not cover any part of the eyes;

* Don't wear sunglasses;

* You can wear wigs or other decorations, as long as it does not affect the original appearance of the candidate;

* Applicants can wear hats or wrap their heads for religious reasons as long as they can fully reflect their five senses.

2. passport:

Valid passports of the applicant and each accompanying family member. Except the last page, each passport must contain at least one blank page, and the passport must be valid for at least six months before the trip.

3. Copy of ID card:

Copy of the applicant's Chinese identity card (front and back)

4. Details of education and employment (downloaded from official website):

The applicant and each accompanying family member aged 18 or above should complete the form. Please use Chinese and English or Chinese and French.

5. Work certificate:

On-the-job personnel: the original leave permission letter signed by the employer on company stationery, which contains the following information: the applicant's name, position, income and employment date; The employer's full name and address in Chinese, as well as telephone and fax numbers.

Students studying: if the applicant is a student and travels during non-school holidays, the original letter issued by the school confirming his study and good performance and agreeing to his absence.

Retirees: You don't need to provide the information of the employer, but you need to provide the original and photocopy of the retirement certificate and the proof of receiving the pension.

6. Proof of funds or deposits:

Original bank documents (such as deposit certificates, passbooks, etc.) showing the financial history of the past few months. ); Proof of assets in China (such as original real estate license, original vehicle registration certificate, etc.). );

7. Detailed travel route

8. Proof of all previous travel (including expired passports with travel records)

9. Agent information form: If there is a third party to help you prepare this application.

Third, payment

Submitting through visa centers or embassies and consulates requires RMB and cash payment. If you apply online, you will pay in Canadian dollars.

Note: The cost of single entry and multiple entry is the same as $ 100 (RMB 560 yuan); The payment receipt must be submitted together with the application documents. If submitted through the visa center, in addition to the visa, you have to pay the forwarding fee, courier fee and other fees.

Fourth, submit

Submitted by the visa center (no need to make an appointment, the way of submitting materials is flexible, and it can be submitted on its behalf, supporting 24-hour online inquiry, but a certain fee is required).

Counter submission: read the privacy policy and sign the service agreement-> Payment-> The staff of the visa center examines the documents and seals them-> Audit->; The passport application and some documents are sent back to the applicant or the applicant to collect the passport, and the documents are returned at the visa center by express delivery.

Mail submission: read the privacy policy and sign the service agreement-> pay the visa fee and visa center service fee by remittance-> Mail the application package to the visa center-> Audit->; Passports and some documents are sent back to the applicant by express mail.