Canada Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with US Visa Held)
Last updated: 10 Sept 2026
You need a Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
Medical exam
Visa fee
CAD 85Biometrics Fee Per Individual
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
- Pakistani passport holders traveling on a bare Pakistani passport require an embassy-processed or online-submitted Temporary Resident Visa; holding a US visa does not grant visa exemption or eTA eligibility for Canada on a Pakistani passport
- Applications must be submitted online through the official IRCC portal at canada.ca
- Applicants must provide biometrics at a designated Visa Application Centre operated by VFS Global in Islamabad, Lahore, or Karachi after receiving a Biometric Instruction Letter
- Service charges for VFS Global in Pakistan apply separately from the official IRCC government processing and biometrics fees
- Applicants must demonstrate strong financial stability, professional ties, and clear evidence of intent to return to Pakistan upon completion of the visit
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Create an account on the official IRCC portal website at canada.ca
- 2
Step 2
Complete the online visitor visa application form and upload all required supporting documents
- 3
Step 3
Pay the applicable government processing and biometrics fees securely online using a credit card
- 4
Step 4
Receive the Biometric Instruction Letter through your online account management system
- 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 your passport if requested
- 7
Step 7
Monitor your online application status through the IRCC portal for updates and final processing decisions
- 8
Step 8
Submit your physical passport to the VFS Global centre upon receiving the official passport request letter to obtain your visa foil
Step 1
Create an account on the official IRCC portal website at canada.ca
Step 2
Complete the online visitor visa application form and upload all required supporting documents
Step 3
Pay the applicable government processing and biometrics fees securely online using a credit card
Step 4
Receive the Biometric Instruction Letter through your online account management system
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 your passport if requested
Step 7
Monitor your online application status through the IRCC portal for updates and final processing decisions
Step 8
Submit your physical passport to the VFS Global centre upon receiving the official passport request letter to obtain your visa foil
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity beyond planned travel dates
- Completed IRCC visitor visa application forms and digital passport-sized photographs
- Last 6 months personal bank statements showing sufficient funds for the entire stay
- Travel itinerary, flight reservations, and accommodation proofs
- Property documents or utility bills as proof of strong ties to Pakistan
- Valid Pakistani passport (minimum six months validity recommended)
- Return or onward travel ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry unless arriving from a designated 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 = 197.5410 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
19,754.1
USD
71.4
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Frequently asked questions
Where should I submit my application and biometrics in Pakistan?▾
Applications are submitted online via the official IRCC portal, and biometrics are enrolled in person at VFS Global Visa Application Centres located in Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi
Does holding a US visa exempt a Pakistani passport holder from needing a Canadian visa?▾
No. Pakistani passport holders holding a US visa still require a valid Temporary Resident Visa to enter Canada and are not eligible for eTA exemption or visa-free entry
What is the total official fee for a first-time applicant?▾
First-time applicants must pay a CAD 100 visitor visa processing fee and a CAD 85 biometrics fee per person, excluding local VFS service charges