Obtaining a visa to Canada is one of the most important stages in preparing a trip to this state. Getting approval for entry is usually very difficult, especially if you do it yourself. It is always best to work with someone experienced who will guide you through the nuances and get to secure your visa to Canada. After all, we know the ins and outs of every item for any Visa application, the Canadian beurocracy and understand the mentality. A trip to the embassy should be carefully planned and prepared with professionals from Canada Mama Consulting.
We offer our clients full assistance during all stages of visa application including document package preparation, communication with the Canadian embassy, application filling, interview preparation, and everything in between! Relying on our highly qualified employees at Canada Mama Consulting will help you figure out how to get a visa to Canada and what you will need to successfully pass the migration checkpoint.
We will take care of the preparation of the necessary documentation, register you in the clinic, select a doctor, and issue a personal invitation. Thanks to our expertise in this industry, you will be able to accurately explain and document your purpose of the trip, which increases the chance of a positive outcome. clinicWe will select a doctor and issue a personal invitation. Thanks to our support at the ambassador's reception, you will be able to intelligently explain and document your intentions and the purpose of your trip, which multiplies the probability of a positive verdict.
Our rich experience in the medical tourism industry has allowed us to successfully get Canadian Visas for citizens of Russia, Ukraine, and neighbouring countries. We strive to make visas affordable and to eliminate any red tape or redundant paperwork, so you can focus on enjoying Canada and all it has to offer! Our highly successful visa acceptance rate always results in a green corridor for our clients and long-lasting trust!
Temporary Resident Visa
This visa is directly for those people whose purpose is tourism, visiting relatives, friends, or studying (no more than 6 months). These visas can be either single-entry or multiple-entry. To obtain this type of visa it is necessary to provide a specific set of documents to the consulate.
Purpose of the trip:
- A copy of the passport, which must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of the trip (the original is provided after notification of the visa department). Each applicant, including children, must have a separate passport;
- 2 Identical photographs sized 3.5x4.5 cm. Both color and black-and-white photographs are accepted, but must comply with the CIC requirements;
- Application form for a temporary resident visa (IMM 5257), completed in English or French and personally signed by the applicant (signature is not required when submitting via the Internet);
- «Additional information to the application form for a temporary resident visa», completed in English or French and signed by the applicant;
- Confirmation of hotel reservation (original, fax or printout from the Internet) with the dates of the trip, the names of tourists, type of room, reservation number, address, telephone and email address of the hotel;
- Proof of the availability of sufficient funds for the trip: a photocopy of the savings / bank account book, or a bank statement or credit card account (in English or French) with the seal of the bank;
- Original certificate of employment indicating the position, duration of employment, and salary. The certificate must also indicate that the employee is granted vacation time while traveling to Canada, with the preservation of employment upon arrival. The employment letter must be in English or French, or accompanied by a certified translation. Self-employed applicants must provide registration of the enterprise and its tax registration documents;
- Seniors must provide a copy of the pension certificate, a letter of sponsorship from one of their relatives, a certificate from his place of work indicating the position, length of service, salary and a copy of the first page of his passport;
- Students and children need a birth certificate (copy), a certificate from their educational institution, a copy of the student card, a statement of sponsorship of the trip from parents, and documents confirming their financial well-being and ability to pay for the trip;
- For children traveling accompanied by one of the parents or third parties, it is necessary to provide a copy of a notarized permission to travel with the child from the other parent / parents.
- A copy of the passport, which must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of the trip (the original is provided after notification of the visa department). Each applicant, including children, must have a separate passport;
- 2 Identical photographs sized 3.5x4.5 cm. Both color and black-and-white photographs are accepted, but must comply with the CIC requirements;
- Application form for a temporary resident visa (IMM 5257), completed in English or French and personally signed by the applicant (signature is not required when submitting via the Internet);
- Family Information Form (IMM5645E) completed in English or French and signed by the applicant;
- «Additional information to the application form for a temporary resident visa», completed in English or French and signed by the applicant;
- Proof of the availability of sufficient funds for the trip: a photocopy of the savings / bank account book, or a bank statement or credit card account (in English or French) with the seal of the bank;
- An invitation (copy) from the Canadian resident which must indicate the name, address, and telephone number of the inviting and invited, the purpose and dates of the trip, and their relationship. The invitation must be attached to the package of documents - sent directly to the embassy are not considered;
- copies of documents confirming the status of the Canadian resident inviting a person (a notarized copy of the Canadian immigrant visa or a copy of permanent resident card, or a copy of the passport / ID);
- Original certificate of employment indicating the position, duration of employment, and salary. The certificate must also indicate that the employee is granted vacation time while traveling to Canada, with the preservation of employment upon arrival. The employment letter must be in English or French, or accompanied by a certified translation. Self-employed applicants must provide registration of the enterprise and its tax registration documents;
- Seniors must provide a copy of the pension certificate, a letter of sponsorship from one of their relatives, a certificate from his place of work indicating the position, length of service, salary and a copy of the first page of his passport;
- For students - a certificate from their educational institution, an extract on academic performance, a statement of sponsorship of the trip from parents, and documents confirming their ability to pay for the trip;
- If the applicant’s trip is paid by the Canadian invitee - evidence of the financial viability of the inviting party (a notarized copy of the latest Notice of Assessment, form T4 received from the Canadian Department of Taxation, or other documents).
- Letter of invitation on letterhead from a partner in Canada. This invitation should include the name of the Canadian company and the names of the executives, the name of the person in charge who can be contacted, the address of the company, the contact phone or fax number, and the purpose of the applicant’s trip;
- The program of the visit and any documents confirming the purpose of the visit (business correspondence, copies of contracts, etc.);
- A copy of the Canadian partner company registration document and a notarized copy of the latest corporate tax notice from Canada Department of Taxation.
The visa application period is from 10 days to 3 weeks. The maximum period for consideration of visa applications is 27 days. The application for a visa is carried out six months before the start of the trip.
Transit visa
A visa is issued to individuals whose purpose is to pass through the territory of Canada to third countries. Visa-free transit is prohibited, but if a trip to the United States or Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon is planned while in Canada and then returns to Canada before the visa expires, a standard single-entry visa is requested, and visas for these states must be presented.
- A copy of the passport, which must be valid for at least 6 months after the end of the trip (the original is provided after notification of the visa department). Each applicant, including children, must have a separate passport;
- 2 Identical photographs sized 3.5x4.5 cm. Both color and black-and-white photographs are accepted, but must comply with the CIC requirements;
- Application form for a temporary resident visa (IMM 5257), completed in English or French and personally signed by the applicant (signature is not required when submitting via the Internet);
- An additional questionnaire "Family Information" (IMM5645E), completed in English or French and signed by the applicant;
- «Additional information to the application form for a temporary resident visa», completed in English or French and signed by the applicant;
- Copies of airline tickets or confirmation of ticket reservations for the entire route;
- Visa to the country of destination, if required;
- Proof of sufficient funds for the trip: a photocopy of a savings/bank account book, or a bank or credit card statement (in English or French);
- Original certificate of employment indicating the position, duration of employment, and salary. The certificate must also indicate that the employee is granted vacation time while traveling to Canada, with the preservation of employment upon arrival. The employment letter must be in English or French, or accompanied by a certified translation. Self-employed applicants must provide registration of the enterprise and its tax registration documents;
- Seniors must provide a copy of the pension certificate, a letter of sponsorship from one of their relatives, a certificate from his place of work indicating the position, length of service, salary and a copy of the first page of his passport;
- For students - a certificate from their educational institution, an extract on academic performance, a statement of sponsorship of the trip from parents, and documents confirming their ability to pay for the trip;
The visa application period is from 10 days to 3 weeks. The maximum period for consideration of visa applications is 27 days. The application for a visa is carried out six months before the start of the trip.
Student Visa
This visa is issued to people whose purpose is to study at official educational institutions in Canada. Moreover, the intended course is designed for at least 6 months.
You can study in Canada with two types of visas:
— Temporary resident visa (study up to 6 months)
— Study Permit study permit (study over 6 months)
- Valid passport (valid for at least 6months after the end of the planned trip, + at least two blank pages);
- Filled Out Visa Application;
- Two color photographs taken no earlier than 6 months before submitting the application;
- Certificate from the bank in the name of the student or sponsor of the trip (the validity of the certificate is 1 month before the day of filing).
The certificate must indicate:
— In whose name the account is open.
— Account number.
— Date of certificate (not more than a month before the date of application for a visa).
— Logo and name of the bank.
— Bank seal and official signature.
— The amount indicated in the certificate should fully cover all expenses associated with the trip. - Copies of real estate or car ownership documents;
- If there is - a certificate of marriage and or birth certificate of children;
- Certificates from the parents' place of employment indicating their positions, average monthly wages, from which time they work in this place, For individual entrepreneurs - a copy of the TIN and OGRIP certificate, certified by the seal of the entrepreneur, certified by the seal of IP and a certificate of average monthly income, signed by the accountant with the seal;
- Copy of the passport with a residence permit;
- Certificate from an educational institution (school, university);
- Letter of admission to the program;
- For schoolchildren: a report card on a school letterhead with the seal and signature of the director or a copy of the secondary school certificate;
- For students: a copy of the certificate of secondary education, a copy of the diploma or academic certificate from the university;
- A motivational letter from the student (why they chose this country, this educational institution and program);
- Copy of student birth certificate;
- Notarized consent to leave from both parents (for students under 18 years of age);
- Notarized form “Parent \ Guardian Declaration” (for students under 18 years of age);
- Clean Police Record (Original police report from each country where you lived for more than 6 months, starting at age 18);
- Sponsorship letter from the parent + photocopies of the Russian passport with the registration of the parents.
All documents must be accompanied by a certified translation into English.
The embassy is entitled to request additional documents.
The visa application period is from 10 days to 3 weeks. The maximum period for consideration of visa applications is 27 days. The application for a visa is carried out six months before the start of the trip.
Updates to Canadian Visas
Nowadays, in order to get a visa or any permission to enter Canada you will have to provide fingerprints and photos (biometric data).
The new requirements apply when obtaining tourist visas, work permits, permanent residence, studies, or refugee status. Biometrics does not need to be taken for children under 14 years old and adults over the age of 79 years.
Data will be collected once every 10 years, regardless of how long the visa is issued. The new rules apply to all countries that do not have a visa-free regime with Canada.
Requirements for supporting documents
All documents submitted in support of the visa application must be submitted in French or English or accompanied by translations into one of these languages. Translations must be done by a professional translator and certified by the seal of the translation bureau. Notarized translation is not required. Translations cannot be made by the applicant or a member of his/her family.
The list of mandatory documents for obtaining a visitor's visa to Canada does not include medical insurance. However medical insurance significantly increases the chances of obtaining a visa. The insurance policy must be issued for the entire period of stay in Canada and coverage should be at least $ 40,000.
When applying for a visa, it is necessary to prove to the immigration service that the applicant has a good reason to travel to Canada, but no reason to stay in the country longer than the validity of the visa. It is essential to show that the applicant will return to his country of residence by providing copies of documents of real estate, marriage certificate, birth certificates of children, etc. When applying online, these documents must be scanned and attached electronically to the application in accordance with the instructions of the system.
The consular department of the Canadian Embassy is entitled to request additional documents or invite the applicant for an interview. The applicant must abide by the instructions of the consulate, otherwise the visa will be refused..
The Visa Application Steps
- The first step is to get help from Canada Mama Consulting. All contact details can be found on the contact page. Our managers will familiarize you with the list of documents for obtaining a visa to Canada, select the optimal set of services, and answer any questions you may have.
- Filling in the questionnaire. We will give you a special form with questions and guide you on how to correctly fill it out. A photo must be attached to it in accordance with the established requirements, a passport (local and foreign), a birth certificate of the child.
- Payment of the consular fee.
- Signing a contract. If you are focused on childbirth, after you decide on a package of services (Optimal or Comfort), we will begin to fulfill our direct responsibilities and get down to visa. Other interaction options are negotiated individually.
- Making an appointment with the representative office is perhaps the most important part of this process. After filing for the visa application, we will inform you of the exact date and time of the meeting. It is essential that you do not come late or miss the meeting.
- Delivery of finished documents.
What you can't take with you:
- Guns;
- Electronic devices, including phone, player with headphones and laptop;
- Sharp and dangerous objects;
- Large bags or suitcases;
- Products and opened containers with liquids;
- Tobacco products.
The list of prohibited items is indicative and subject to change. Before the interview, it is recommended to check with the representatives of our company.
Helpful hints
Yes, regardless of the purpose of the visit, to stay in the country you will need to obtain permission at the embassy.
Be extremely honest. To avoid refusal, it is best to provide genuine information about your purpose of visit from the get-go. The birth visa is in the same category as the guest visa. With obvious signs of pregnancy, it will be ridiculous to declare a huge desire for a transatlantic voyage. This may be one of the reasons for the subsequent veto on entry. Canadians value honesty, therefore the slightest suspicion of submitting false information reduces your chances of achieving the desired result.
Renewal. If the main purpose of your stay in Canada is qualified medical care, the doctor may recommend for an additional treatment process, which may prologue your stay for 1-6+ months. In this case, you may need to contact the migration service again in order to extend your permission to stay in the country. If you concealed your true intentions before you get a visa to Canada, you might be refused, in turn jeopardizing your entire medical treatment plan.