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Canada Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with Children)
Last updated: 1 Nov 2026
0viewsLast updated: 1 Nov 2026
You need a Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)
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Plan for a sticker visa or embassy submission.
Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None
Visa fee
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visitor visa for all tourist entries to Canada
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visitor visa for all tourist entries to Canada
Application notes
- Apply via the official channel: canada.ca
- Without qualifying visas or GCC residency, bare Pakistani passports require a temporary resident visitor visa via the IRCC online portal followed by biometrics at a VFS Global centre in Pakistan
- First-time applicants aged 14 to 79 must enroll biometrics in person at a designated Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi
- Proof of financial self-sufficiency, ties to Pakistan, and detailed travel itineraries are strictly evaluated by IRCC during processing
- Submit applications well in advance of intended travel dates to accommodate processing and passport transmission timelines through VFS Global
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Create an account or sign in on the official IRCC online application portal
- 2
Step 2
Complete the visitor visa application forms and upload digital copies of all supporting documents
- 3
Step 3
Pay the applicable government processing and biometrics fees online
- 4
Step 4
Wait to receive the Biometric Instruction Letter through your online account
- 5
Step 5
Book an appointment at the nearest VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi
- 6
Step 6
Visit the VFS Global centre in person to enroll your biometrics and submit required papers
- 7
Step 7
Monitor your application status online through your IRCC account
- 8
Step 8
Submit your passport via the VFS Global VAC upon receiving the official passport request letter
Step 1
Create an account or sign in on the official IRCC online application portal
Step 2
Complete the visitor visa application forms and upload digital copies of all supporting documents
Step 3
Pay the applicable government processing and biometrics fees online
Step 4
Wait to receive the Biometric Instruction Letter through your online account
Step 5
Book an appointment at the nearest VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi
Step 6
Visit the VFS Global centre in person to enroll your biometrics and submit required papers
Step 7
Monitor your application status online through your IRCC account
Step 8
Submit your passport via the VFS Global VAC upon receiving the official passport request letter
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity beyond travel dates
- Child's birth certificate original with English translation
- Last 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- Property documents or utility bills as proof of strong ties to Pakistan
- Detailed travel itinerary including hotel bookings and flight reservations
- Cover letter explaining the purpose of the trip and travel plans
- Return or onward travel ticket
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry unless arriving from a yellow fever endemic country
Destination at a glance
Capital
Ottawa
Continent
North America
Currency
Dollar (CAD)
Phone code
+1
Language
English
Exchange rate
1 CAD = 198.2134 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
19,821.34
USD
71.87
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I submit my biometrics in Pakistan?▾
Biometrics are submitted in person by appointment at authorized VFS Global Visa Application Centres located in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi
How long are biometrics valid for a visitor visa application?▾
Biometrics collected for a temporary resident visa remain valid for 10 years from the date of collection