How to get Canada visit or work permit visa? How to process the visa?

To obtain a Canada visit (tourist) or work permit visa, you need to follow specific processes. Here are the steps for each type of visa:

For Bangladeshi citizens, obtaining a tourist or work permit visa to Canada involves several steps specific to the type of visa being sought. Here are the detailed processes for both:

Canada Visitor Visa (Tourist Visa)

1. Determine Eligibility: Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements, which include having a valid travel document (passport), being in good health, having no criminal or immigration-related convictions, proving that you have ties (such as a job, home, financial assets, or family) that will take you back to your home country, and proving that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit.

2. Prepare Documents:

• Valid passport
• Proof of funds to support your stay
• Travel itinerary (flight tickets, hotel reservations)
• Invitation letter from friends or family in Canada (if applicable)
• Ties to your home country (employment, property, family)

3. Apply Online or on Paper:

• Create an account on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.
• Fill out the application form and upload the required documents.
• Pay the application fee (CAD 100).

4. Biometrics: You may be required to provide biometrics (fingerprints and a photo). Pay the biometrics fee (CAD 85) and schedule an appointment at a Visa Application Centre (VAC).

5. Submit the Application: If applying online, submit your application electronically. If applying on paper, submit it to the nearest VAC or visa office.

6. Processing: Wait for the application to be processed. Processing times can vary depending on your country of residence.

7. Decision: You will be notified of the decision on your application. If approved, your passport will be stamped with the visa, and you can travel to Canada.

Canada Work Permit Visa

1. Job Offer: Obtain a job offer from a Canadian employer. The employer may need to get a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), which shows that no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is available to do the job.

2. Prepare Documents:

• Valid passport
• Job offer letter
• LMIA (if required)
• Proof of qualifications and work experience
• Proof of funds
• Any other documents requested by IRCC

3. Apply Online or on Paper:

• Create an account on the IRCC website.
• Fill out the work permit application form and upload the required documents.
• Pay the application fee (CAD 155) and the Open Work Permit Holder fee (CAD 100) if applicable.

4. Biometrics: You may be required to provide biometrics. Pay the biometrics fee (CAD 85) and schedule an appointment at a VAC.

5. Medical Exam: You might need a medical exam depending on your country of residence and the type of job you will do.

6. Submit the Application: Submit your application online or at the nearest VAC or visa office.

7. Processing: Wait for the application to be processed. Processing times can vary.

8. Decision: You will be notified of the decision on your application. If approved, you will receive a Port of Entry (POE) Letter of Introduction, and your work permit will be issued when you arrive in Canada.

General Tips

• Check Processing Times: Visit the IRCC website to check the current processing times for both visitor and work permit visas.
• Consult IRCC Website: For the most accurate and detailed information, always refer to the official IRCC website: IRCC.
• Seek Professional Help: If you find the process complex, consider consulting with a certified immigration consultant or lawyer.