Why is my Canadian visitor visa taking so long?
If prerequisites submitted are complicated to vet, such as financial information or data provided through foreign archives, then it may take a long while before officers can verify all the information you’ve submitted. Verification delays may also occur within Canada too.
How long does it take to process Canadian visitor visa?
around 12 days
On average, Canadian visitor visas are typically processed around 12 days. The processing time starts the day that the IRCC receives your complete application and ends when they make a decision. Processing times will vary based on: if the application is complete.
Can I travel to Canada after my visa is approved?
This approval doesn’t mean you can travel to Canada. You need to wait until we put the visa in the passport you submit to us. When your application is approved, any original documents, including your passport with the visa inside, will be returned to you. You’ll get our decision in your IRCC account.
How do I restore my status as a visitor in Canada?
Use your document checklist to get the forms and documents you need. When you complete the Application to Change Conditions or Extend Your Stay in Canada as a Visitor (IMM 5708), make sure you: Select Restore my status as a visitor (under section 3 at the top of the form).
Why was my Canadian tourist visa application refused?
Your application may be refused because: the official deciding your case has reason to believe you’ll stay in Canada beyond your authorized stay Applying a second time will not change this decision. It will only cost you more money and increase processing times for other applicants.
How can I check my visa application status online?
For some paper applications, you can get detailed application status and your messages online. You can do this by linking an application to an online account. If you apply at a visa application centre (VAC) VACs offer tracking services that tell you when your application has been received at our offices.