Canada Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (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 (TRV) for all visits to Canada
Visa exemption
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visitor visa (TRV) for all visits to Canada
Application notes
- Holding a Schengen visa does not exempt Pakistani passport holders from the standard visitor visa requirement but serves as positive travel history
- Applications are submitted online via the IRCC portal, followed by mandatory biometrics collection at designated VFS Global centres in Pakistan
- Processing times vary and applicants are advised to apply well in advance of intended travel dates
- All civil documents such as CNIC and FRC must be complete and accompanied by certified English translations where applicable
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Complete the visitor visa application online through the official IRCC portal
- 2
Step 2
Pay the required IRCC visa processing and biometrics fees online
- 3
Step 3
Wait to receive the Biometric Instruction Letter via your online account
- 4
Step 4
Schedule and attend an appointment at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Pakistan for biometrics enrollment
- 5
Step 5
Submit your passport to the VAC upon receiving the passport request letter from IRCC for final visa issuance
Step 1
Complete the visitor visa application online through the official IRCC portal
Step 2
Pay the required IRCC visa processing and biometrics fees online
Step 3
Wait to receive the Biometric Instruction Letter via your online account
Step 4
Schedule and attend an appointment at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Pakistan for biometrics enrollment
Step 5
Submit your passport to the VAC upon receiving the passport request letter from IRCC for final visa issuance
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity beyond travel dates
- Proof of financial means including 6 months bank statements
- Travel itinerary including flight reservations and hotel bookings
- Valid Pakistani passport (minimum six months validity recommended)
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
- Proof of accommodation or intended address
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry into Canada for travelers from Pakistan
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
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19,577.61
USD
70.71
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I submit my biometrics in Pakistan?▾
Biometrics must be enrolled in person at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre located in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi after receiving your Biometric Instruction Letter
Does holding a Schengen visa exempt me from needing a Canadian visa?▾
No, holding a valid Schengen visa does not exempt Pakistani passport holders from requiring a Canadian visitor visa, though prior travel history is evaluated during the assessment