Snow-capped mountains, serene beaches, aurora borealis, midnight sun and abundant wildlife make Canada a highly sought-after tourist destination. Canada is also one of the leading developed nations, making it an ideal place for work and business. You need to get a Canada visa no matter what your purpose is to visit Canada from India. To get a visa for Canada, you will have to fill a visa application form, submit the required documents and pay the visa application fees. Canada visa fees for Indians vary depending on the type of visa, such as student visa, work visa, tourist visa, etc.
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Canada Visa Fees in Indian Rupees: Temporary Residence
As mentioned, Canada visa fees for Indians vary from program to program. The following tables show Canada visa fees in Indian rupees for temporary residence, Canada permanent residence, family sponsorship, citizenship, and other applications and services.
Student Visa Fees for Canada
Indian students need to apply for a study permit to visit Canada for higher education. Canada student visa fees for Indians are as under:
| Visa type | Applicable fees (CAD) | Applicable fees (INR)* |
|---|---|---|
| Study permit for Canada (Including extensions) per person | $150 | Rs. 9079.78 |
| To restore your status as a student | $350 |
* Canada visa fees in Indian Rupees (INR) are indicative and subject to the Consular Exchange rate.
Canada Work Visa Fees
The following table shows Canada work visa fees in Indian Rupees and Canadian dollar (CAD) for different categories:
| Visa type | Applicable fees (CAD) | Applicable fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Work permit (Including extensions) per person | $155 | Rs. 9382.44 |
| Work permit (Including extensions) per group (3 or more performing artists) | $465 | Rs. 28147.33 |
| Open work permit holder | $100 | Rs. 6053.19 |
* Canada visa fees in Indian Rupees (INR) are indicative and subject to the Consular Exchange rate.
Canada Visitor Visa Fees
A Canada visitor visa allows you to stay in Canada for a maximum of 6 months. Here is the Canada visitor visa fees for Indians:
| Visa type | Applicable fees (CAD) | Applicable fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor visa – per person – for single or multiple entry | $100 | Rs. 6053.19 |
| Visitor visa – per family of 5 or more – for single or multiple entry | $500 | Rs. 30265.95 |
| Visa extension fees (per person) | $100 | Rs. 6053.19 |
* Canada visa fees in Indian Rupees (INR) are indicative and subject to the Consular Exchange rate.
Other temporary resident visas
| Visa type | Applicable fees (CAD) | Applicable fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic travel authorization (eTA) | $7 | Rs. 423.72 |
| International Experience Canada participation fee | $156 | Rs. 9442.98 |
| Temporary resident permit – per person | $200 | Rs. 12106.8 |
* Canada visa fees in Indian Rupees (INR) are indicative and subject to the current Consular Exchange rate.
Please note that the visa applicant will also have to pay the biometric fee along with above mentioned fees for Canada visas. Each applicant is liable to pay $85 for his/her biometric details at the VAC. For a family of two or more, the biometric fee payable is $170. For a transit visa, there is no biometric fee.
Canada Permanent Resident Visa Fees
Similar to temporary resident visa fees, Canada permanent resident (PR) fees vary from program to program, depending on the immigration stream you are applying for.
Business Immigration Processing Fees
| Application type | Processing fees in $ CAD |
|---|---|
| Principal applicant | $1575 |
| Spouse or common-law partner | Add $825 |
| Dependent child below 22 years | Add $225 per dependent |
Note: Applicants may have to pay additional processing fees to apply for certain provincial immigration programs.
Economic Immigration Processing Fees
The fees apply to the following applicants:
- Express Entry Program
- Quebec-selected skilled workers
- Provincial nominee
- Atlantic immigration pilot
| Application type | Processing fees in CAD |
|---|---|
| Principal applicant (Processing fee ($825) with right of permanent residence fee ($500)) | $1325 |
| Spouse or common-law partner (Processing fee ($825) with right of permanent residence fee ($500)) | $1325 |
| Dependent child below 22 years | Add $225 per dependent |
Family Sponsorship Processing Fees
Permanent residents of Canada who wish to sponsor their family members for Canada PR will be required to pay the following fees:
| Application type | Processing fees in CAD |
|---|---|
| Spouse or common-law partner (Principal applicant fee and sponsorship with right of permanent residence fee) | $1050 |
| Dependent child (Processing fee with right of permanent residence fee) | $150 |
| Parent or grand-parent (Principal applicant fee, sponsorship fee with right of permanent residence fee) | $1050 |
| Spouse or common-law partner of your parent or grandparent (Principal applicant fee, sponsorship fee with right of permanent residence fee) | $1050 |
| A dependent child of your parent or grandparent (Processing fee with right of permanent residence fee) | $150 |
Other Related Fees
Other than the above mentioned Canada visa fees from India, there are other associated fees to Canada visa, including biometric fees, medical test fees and IELTS fees, etc.
Biometric Fees
When applying for the following visas, applicants have to give their biometrics (fingerprints and photograph):
- Visitor visa
- Study permit
- Work permit
Biometric fee is as under:
- Per person: $85
- Per family (of 2 or more people): $170
- Per group (of 3 or more performing artist) : $255
Language Proficiency Test
You will have to take the IELTS examination to show your proficiency in either English or French to be eligible to apply for a Canada visa. IELTS costs Rs. 14,700 and is valid for 2 years.
Medical Test Cost
You will need to go through a medical examination conducted by a recognized panel of doctors. Medical test costs CAD 70.
Police Clearance Certificate
You need to get a police clearance certificate (PCC) that shows you don’t have a criminal record. It costs CAD 10 .
Educational Credential Assessment
Canada visa applicants have to get their educational credential assessment (ECA) done by a recognized assessing body. Cost of ECA ranges from CAD 27 to CAD 322.
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Canada work permit visa fees are as under:
– Work permit (including extensions): CAN$ 155
– Work permit (including extensions) – per group (3 more performing artists): CAN$ 465
Currently, Canada doesn’t offer a visa on arrival facility for Indians. Hence, it is mandatory for Indian passport holders to get a visa for Canada to enter the country.
