Reviewed by Yasir Khan, Founder, LAMTANS Group of Companies, and British Council registered consultant
A Canada visit visa from Pakistan is a visitor visa that Pakistani citizens need to visit Canada. The fee is CAD $100 plus CAD $85 for biometrics, you apply online, and IRCC’s data showed a processing time of 71 days for Pakistan on 7 October 2026. This guide covers documents, funds and the Super Visa for parents and grandparents.
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Canada visitor visa requirements
IRCC says you must meet these requirements for a visitor visa:
- Have a valid travel document, like a passport.
- Be in good health.
- Have no criminal or immigration-related convictions.
- Have enough money for your stay.
- Convince an immigration officer that you have ties, such as a job, home, financial assets or family.
- Convince an officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit.
The money you need depends on how long you stay. You may also need a medical exam and a letter of invitation from someone in Canada. Planning to study instead? See our student visa from Pakistan guide.
Visitor visa basics
Pakistan is on Canada’s visa-required list, and the eTA does not apply. Most visitors can stay up to six months, and a visa can be valid for up to 10 years or until your passport or biometrics expire. The officer decides between single and multiple entry. Your passport should be valid for at least six months. You must convince the officer you will leave Canada.
Canada visit visa fee: the main amounts
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Visitor visa, per person | CAD $100 |
| Family of 5 or more | CAD $500 |
| Biometrics, per person | CAD $85 (family maximum CAD $170) |
IRCC data showed 71 days for Pakistan on 7 October 2026. That is not a guarantee, and you should check the IRCC tool when you apply. Fees are not refunded. We could not confirm any VFS service charges that apply to visitor visas.
Canada visit visa fee: extensions and restoring status
IRCC lists extending your stay as a visitor at CAD 100 per person, and restoring your visitor status at CAD 246.25. The visa fee is not needed for restoration. The CAD 170 biometrics maximum covers your spouse or common-law partner, your dependent children, and their dependent children. You may be able to apply to restore status if less than 90 days have passed since it expired, but approval is not guaranteed.
Canada visit visa processing time
IRCC publishes processing times through an online tool. You choose "Visitor visa (from outside Canada)", pick Pakistan, then enter your application date. IRCC calls the figures estimates, "not a maximum or a guarantee".
IRCC says these factors can affect your time:
- whether your application is complete, and how complex it is;
- security or admissibility checks;
- how quickly you answer requests for documents or interviews;
- application volumes and operational capacity.
The clock starts when IRCC receives your complete application. For online applications, that is when you submit. IRCC also says calling will not make processing faster.
How to apply for a Canada visit visa from Pakistan
- Apply online through your IRCC account. You need a scanner or camera and a credit card.
- Pay the fees and submit.
- Wait for your biometric instruction letter, then book a free appointment at the VFS centre in Islamabad, Karachi or Lahore.
- Give biometrics within 30 days. Upload the letter when booking.
Biometrics Canada Pakistan
IRCC lists visa application centres in Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore, all linked to the VFS Global Canada Pakistan website. You must make an appointment. IRCC says appointments are free and you should not pay anyone to book one.
You have 30 days from receiving your biometric instruction letter, and you can use IRCC's web form if you need more time. Your biometrics are valid for 10 years, and IRCC cannot issue a visa beyond their expiry date. Exemptions include children under 14, applicants over 79 and diplomatic or official visa holders.
Check the VFS Global Canada Pakistan website for the centre that serves you.
Never pay anyone for a biometrics appointment. Do not send your passport until IRCC asks.
Documents and funds
- Passport copy with all stamped pages.
- Travel history, itinerary and bank statements, with IRCC recommending six months of statements.
- An employer letter dated within 3 months of applying.
- A letter of invitation from your host, when you have one.
- A medical exam is generally needed only for stays over 6 months.
IRCC publishes no fixed funds amount. The amount you need depends on how long you stay and whether you pay for a hotel. Weak ties to Pakistan and doubts that you will leave are the main refusal reasons.
Canada Super Visa for parents and grandparents
The Super Visa lets parents and grandparents of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident visit for up to five years at a time, with multiple entries for up to 10 years. The host needs the minimum income: CAD $30,526 for one person, CAD $38,002 for two and CAD $46,720 for three, in IRCC’s table dated 29 July 2025. You need at least CAD $100,000 of insurance valid for a year, which an approved foreign insurer can now provide. A medical exam is required.
Compare other trips on our visit visa guide. For studies, see study in Canada.
Sources
- IRCC: fees
- IRCC: check processing times
- IRCC: when to give biometrics
- Apply for a visitor visa
- Eligibility
- Where to give biometrics
- Super Visa
- Super Visa host income
Figures checked on 11 October 2026.
Last updated 16 October 2026.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Canada visit visa from Pakistan?
The visa fee is CAD $100 per person, plus CAD $85 for biometrics.
How long does a Canada visitor visa take from Pakistan?
IRCC’s data showed 71 days on 7 October 2026. Times change, so check the IRCC tool.
How much money do I need to show?
IRCC sets no fixed amount. You must show enough money for your stay and your return.
Where do I give biometrics in Pakistan?
At the VFS application centres in Islamabad, Karachi or Lahore, by appointment.
Can you guarantee my Canada visa?
No. Only IRCC decides. We check your documents and tell you honestly how strong your case is.