Canada Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with Children, with Schengen Visa Held)
Last updated: 23 Sept 2026
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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 Canada regardless of holding a Schengen visa
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visitor visa for Canada regardless of holding a Schengen visa
Application notes
- Holding a Schengen visa does not exempt Pakistani passport holders from requiring a Canadian visitor visa
- Most applicants must submit biometrics at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre after receiving a Biometric Instruction Letter
- Applications are submitted online through the official IRCC portal while passport submission and biometrics are handled via VFS Global in Pakistan
- Family applications including children require civil documentation such as a Family Registration Certificate and birth certificates
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Complete and submit the visitor visa application online through the official IRCC portal
- 2
Step 2
Pay the required visa processing and biometric fees online
- 3
Step 3
Wait for the Biometric Instruction Letter from IRCC
- 4
Step 4
Book an appointment at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Islamabad Lahore or Karachi for biometrics enrollment
- 5
Step 5
Submit passport and additional documents through the VFS Global Visa Application Centre when requested by IRCC
- 6
Step 6
Collect the passport and final application decision from the VFS Global Visa Application Centre
Step 1
Complete and submit the visitor visa application online through the official IRCC portal
Step 2
Pay the required visa processing and biometric fees online
Step 3
Wait for the Biometric Instruction Letter from IRCC
Step 4
Book an appointment at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Islamabad Lahore or Karachi for biometrics enrollment
Step 5
Submit passport and additional documents through the VFS Global Visa Application Centre when requested by IRCC
Step 6
Collect the passport and final application decision from the VFS Global Visa Application Centre
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least six months validity beyond planned departure
- Children's birth certificates with English translation
- Travel itinerary including hotel bookings and flight reservations
- Completed IRCC application forms and digital photo
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
- Proof of accommodation or intended address
- Valid Pakistani passport (minimum six months validity recommended)
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalRoutine vaccines such as measles mumps rubella and polio are recommended
Destination at a glance
Capital
Ottawa
Continent
North America
Currency
Dollar (CAD)
Phone code
+1
Language
English
Exchange rate
1 CAD = 195.7761 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
19,577.61
USD
70.71
Best Months to Travel
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa if I hold a valid Schengen visa?▾
Yes, holding a Schengen visa does not exempt Pakistani passport holders from needing a Canadian visitor visa
Where do I submit my biometrics in Pakistan?▾
Biometrics are enrolled at authorized Visa Application Centres located in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi
How long does visitor visa processing take?▾
Processing times vary depending on seasonal volume and application completeness, and can be checked on the official IRCC website