SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION IN-PERSON

Important Note:
Effective 03 November 2018, prior appointment is mandatory for Biometric Enrolment at all the Canada Visa
Application Centres (CVAC) in Bangladesh. Depending on your nationality, you may already need to give
biometrics.
Since July 31, 2018 – applicants from Europe, Middle East and Africa
Starting December 31, 2018 – applicants from Asia, Asia Pacific and the Americas
To find out if you need to give biometrics, please visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/biometrics.asp
Please note that appointments are mandatory in order to enroll biometrics at the Visa Application Centre. A
planned visit with a preferred time slot at the Visa Application Centre guarantees prompt service thus
eliminating longer waiting time resulting in inconvenience.
Please note, for the sole purpose of scheduling appointment VFS Global will collect Personal Information from
the applicant. A consent form to this regard will be required from the applicant.
Applicants requesting emergency appointments for the purpose of biometric collection may do so provided
suitable proof of the emergency is presented at the time of the appointment. Suitable proof may include a note
or other documentation from an official. Please note that this proof only needs to be presented and will not be
collected by the VAC, and that this will provide an emergency biometric appointment but not affect IRCC’s
processing time for the application. For any further information or questions, the Contact Centre is able to
assist with any inquiries.
Temporary resident visa, study and work permit applicants only need to give biometrics once every 10 years
 However, permanent residence applicants will need to give biometrics with each application. Your
additional documents and/or passport, along with the request letter issued by the IRCC Office may be
submitted through the Canada Visa Application Centre of your choice.
 If you have applied for a temporary resident visa, study or work permit in the past and are unsure if
the biometrics have been provided, please refer to the IRCC website ( Canada.gc.ca/biometrics), and “ Find out
if your biometrics are still valid”
 Refer to the IRCC website for a list of countries that require a visa for temporary
residents: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/entry-
requirements-country.html
 For the purposes of biometric collection, nationality is based on the nationality you have declared in
question number 6 (*Citizenship) on the IRCC application form.
 It is advised that you keep your hands henna-free at the time of your Biometric Appointment to ensure
unimpeded biometric enrollment. Non-compliant applicants will be asked to visit the Visa Application Centre
with a fresh appointment after 30 calendar days. Kindly adhere to this requirement to avoid delays and
multiple visits to the centre.
Two ways of submitting visa application to Canada
1. Paper Application

2. E-Application
 Paper Application
Step 1 :
Read complete information on the visa/permit requirements on IRCC website and download the appropriate
application forms and checklist relevant to the purpose of your visit. Please refer to the “ Prepare Your
Application” page to obtain details on visas/permits.

Step 2 :
Fill out the application form electronically Completed Forms (including the barcoded sheets) are to be printed
on a white, bond quality, non-glossy paper, using a laser printer.
Please ensure that 2D barcode is printed clearly and on high quality paper. Downloaded and hand-written
forms will not be accepted.
If an applicant is unable to complete a paper application by themselves and require assistance to do so, they
can avail VFS Global’s chargeable Assisted Service – Paper Application, at the Visa Application Centre.
Service is available for both biometric and non-biometric applicants.
Applicants will be required to complete a Visa Application Centre consent form for Assisted Service – Paper
Application.
Using the centre’s self-service workstation, the staff will provide assistance in filling out the paper application
form by transcribing the applicant’s responses and entering the data accordingly. Applicants are requested to
check the accuracy of the transcribed data before signing the application form.
If you prefer to fill out the form at the Visa Application Centre, our self-service workstation is available at an
hourly charge.
Please visit the Additional Service page for more information.

Step 3 :
Complete supporting documents as per the IRCC document checklist relevant to the visa category
If you are unable to provide all the supporting documents as mentioned in the official IRCC document
checklist, you are required to fill out and sign a waiver form and attach it with your application. Please note,
failure to provide the requested documents as stated in the IRCC document checklist may result in additional
delays or refusal of your application for a visa, permit or travel document.
Read the Privacy Policy, fill out the VFS Consent Form and attach it with your application.
Important: If a completed and signed VFS consent form is not included with the application, we will NOT be
able to assist you, and your application will be returned.

Step 4 :

 Pay the Government of Canada Fee and biometric fee (if required) as per instructions on the IRCC
website Pay your fees
 For applicants who are unable to make online payments, VFS Global offers an additional paid service
wherein applicants can pay cash at the centre, and avail the use of a VFS Global Corporate credit card to make
the online payment. Confirmation of the Government of Canada fee payment generated on the IRCC payment
portal will be issued to the applicant, along with the invoice-cum-receipt.
Step 5 :
If you are NOT REQUIRED to submit biometrics, visit your local Canada Visa Application Centre along with
your passport, photographs, completed forms, the Government of Canada Fee, and all the supporting prelisted
in the IRCC document checklist. Applicable Visa Application Centre service charges for package transmission
and Assisted Service – Paper application will be charged to you at the time of the application submission.
If you are REQUIRED to submit biometrics, prior appointment is mandatory for biometric enrolment.
Please note that appointments are mandatory in order to enrol biometrics at the Visa Application Centre. A
planned visit with a preferred time slot at the Visa Application Centre guarantees prompt service thus
eliminating longer waiting time resulting in inconvenience.
Important Note: If you need to give your biometrics, the biometric fee of CAD85 covers the Canada Visa
Application Centre service charge for Package Transmission. Charges for additional services are not included

Step 6 :
On your appointment date (if applicable), please arrive at the Visa Application Centre with the appointment
letter 15 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
Please bring your completed and printed application forms, supporting documents, Government of Canada fee
payment receipt, original passport and two copies of the passport bio data page.
If you are not required to submit biometrics, please visit the Visa Application Centre during business hours.
Once you are at the Canada Visa Application Centre, your application and biometric (if applicable) will be
collected. Pay the applicable Visa Application Centre service charges and obtain a receipt. This receipt
contains your unique tracking number which you will need to track the progress of your application online.
Important Note: If you need to provide biometrics, your CAD85 biometric fee covers the Canada Visa
Application Centre service charge for application handling.

E-Application
Important Note:
Effective 03 November 2018, prior appointment is mandatory for Biometric Enrolment at all the Canada Visa
Application Centres (CVAC) in Bangladesh. Depending on your nationality, you may already need to give
biometrics.
Since July 31, 2018 – applicants from Europe, Middle East and Africa
Starting December 31, 2018 – applicants from Asia, Asia Pacific and the Americas
To find out if you need to give biometrics, please visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/biometrics.asp
Please note that appointments are mandatory in order to enroll biometrics at the Visa Application Centre. A
planned visit with a preferred time slot at the Visa Application Centre guarantees prompt service thus
eliminating longer waiting time resulting in inconvenience.
Applicants requesting emergency appointments for the purpose of biometric collection may do so provided
suitable proof of the emergency is presented at the time of the appointment. Suitable proof may include a note
or other documentation from an official. Please note that this proof only needs to be presented and will not be
collected by the VAC, and that this will provide an emergency biometric appointment but not affect IRCC’s
processing time for the application. For any further information or questions, the Contact Centre is able to
assist with any inquiries
It is advised that you keep your hands henna-free at the time of your Biometric Appointment to ensure
unimpeded biometric enrollment. Non-compliant applicants will be asked to visit the Visa Application Centre
with a fresh appointment after 30 calendar days. Kindly adhere to this requirement to avoid delays and
multiple visits to the centre.

Step 1:
Complete instructions on how to submit a visa application via E-Application can be found on the IRCC
website “ Apply Online”.
Applicants who are REQUIRED to submit biometrics after successfully submitting an E-Application will
receive a notification in a form of a Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL). Upon receipt of the BIL, you will be
required to visit the Visa Application Centre to submit biometrics.

Step 2:
If you are REQUIRED to submit biometrics, prior appointment is mandatory for biometric enrolment.
Once an appointment is scheduled, an appointment letter will be generated along with a reference number.
The appointment letter will provide details of the date, time and location of the appointment, along with other
relevant information regarding security at the centre, additional services, etc.
If you are NOT REQUIRED to submit biometrics, please wait for the decision of your application and check
your MyCIC account for further instructions.

Step 3:
On the date of your appointment (if applicable) please arrive at the centre 15 minutes prior to your appointed
time.
Please bring your original passport, appointment letter, and Biometric Instruction Letter.
Upon completion of biometric enrolment, you will be provided a receipt confirming that your biometric has
been collected at the Canada Visa Application Centre.

Step 4:
Once a decision has been taken on your visa application, you will be notified via email to submit your passport
through a Passport Request Letter. If you are unsure of emails from IRCC getting delivered to you, please
check your my CIC account periodically for updates.

MAIL YOUR APPLICATION

Read the complete information on the visa/permit requirements on the IRCC website and download
the application form and checklist relevant to the purpose of your visit. Please refer to the “VISA TYPES”
page to obtain details on visa/permit categories.
Important Note:
Effective 03 November 2018, prior appointment is mandatory for Biometric Enrolment at all the Canada Visa
Application Centres (CVAC) in Bangladesh. Depending on your nationality, you may already need to give
biometrics.
 Since July 31, 2018 – applicants from Europe, Middle East and Africa
Starting December 31, 2018 – applicants from Asia, Asia Pacific and the Americas
To find out if you need to give biometrics, please visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/biometrics.asp
Please note that appointments are mandatory in order to enroll biometrics at the Visa Application Centre. A
planned visit with a preferred time slot at the Visa Application Centre guarantees prompt service thus
eliminating longer waiting time resulting in inconvenience.
If you opt to Mail-In your application, please ensure that the Application package includes:

1. Completed applicable forms

2. Checklist

3. Supporting documents and a copy of the passport bio data page

4. Proof of payment for Government of Canada Fee and biometric fee (if required)
Visa Application Centre service charge in the form of a Managers Cheque in favor of VFS
It is advised that you keep your hands henna-free at the time of your Biometric Appointment to ensure
unimpeded biometric enrollment. Non-compliant applicants will be asked to visit the Visa Application Centre
with a fresh appointment after 30 calendar days. Kindly adhere to this requirement to avoid delays and
multiple visits to the centre.
If you are mailing in your application package to a Visa Application Centre, please use the biometric validity
tool to check if you are required to enroll biometrics at a VAC ( Click here).
Once you receive a notification to enroll biometrics, please ensure you schedule and appear for an appointment
within 10 working days at the same VAC where you have mailed your application