Canada Family Visit Visa for Pakistani Passport (with Spouse)
Last updated: 26 Aug 2026
You need a Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
No
Health
Medical exam
Visa fee
Destination at a glance
Capital
Ottawa
Continent
North America
Currency
Dollar (CAD)
Phone code
+1
Language
English
Exchange rate
1 CAD = 200.3139 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
20,031.39
USD
72.31
Best Months to Travel
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visitor visa (Temporary Resident Visa) before traveling to Canada
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visitor visa (Temporary Resident Visa) before traveling to Canada
Application notes
- Applications are submitted online through the official IRCC portal at canada.ca
- Biometrics must be provided in person at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Islamabad, Karachi, or Lahore after receiving a Biometric Instruction Letter
- IRCC government fees are paid online in Canadian Dollars and are separate from VFS Global service charges in Pakistan
- Family members traveling together must submit complete supporting documentation including civil status and proof of financial ties to Pakistan
Application Process
Step 1
Create or sign in to a secure account on the official IRCC portal at canada.ca
Step 2
Complete the online visitor visa application form and upload all required supporting documents and digital photographs
Step 3
Pay the visitor visa processing fee and biometrics fee online using an accepted payment method
Step 4
Receive the Biometric Instruction Letter through your online account
Step 5
Book an appointment at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Islamabad, Karachi, or Lahore to submit biometrics
Step 6
Courier or submit your passport to the VFS Global centre when requested by IRCC for visa stamping
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport or travel document
- Completed IRCC application forms and digital passport-size photographs
- Nikkah Nama original with English translation if spouse is included in application
- Last 6 months personal bank statements
- Employment confirmation letter or business registration documents
- Invitation letter from host in Canada with their proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry from Pakistan under standard circumstances
Frequently asked questions
Where do I submit my Canada visitor visa application from Pakistan?▾
Applications are submitted online through the official IRCC secure portal, and biometrics are provided at VFS Global centres in Islamabad, Karachi, or Lahore
How long does processing take for Pakistani applicants?▾
Processing times vary based on IRCC workload and seasonal volume, excluding the time required to give biometrics
Are application fees refunded if a visa is refused?▾
No, IRCC processing fees and biometrics fees are non-refundable if an application is refused or withdrawn