Visa Issued on the Basis of a Certificate of Eligibility

Holders of a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) can apply for a visa if they submit the documents listed below.

All submitted documents must be originals (copies will not be accepted unless stated otherwise below); these documents should not be more than 3 months old.

All documents written in a language other than English, French or Japanese must be accompanied by a translation in one of these languages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Requirements

  1. Application Form
    • Screen-Fillable PDF Application Form (Sample)
      • Fill out the form on your computer and print it out.
    • Do not leave any blanks; if an item does not apply to you, write "Not Applicable" or "N/A".
    • The signature must be identical to the one in your passport.
    • You can also obtain the basic form at the Consular Section's counter.
  2. One photo (45mm × 35mm; Canadian passport size is also acceptable)
    • The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months, with the date stamped at the back.
    • The photo must be of professional quality, showing your full face, without hats or backgrounds.
  3. A passport and a photocopy of this passport (with your personal information and picture)
    • The passport must be valid; 2 adjacent pages must be blank.
    • If your signature does not appear on the first page, provide us with a photocopy of the page where it does appear, as well.
  4. Your Certificate of Eligibility (original) and a photocopy (both sides)
    • If you have received the COE electronically, a printed copy is sufficient.
  5. If the applicant is a minor (under 18 years of age), a letter of consent signed by both parents or legal guardians.
  6. Applicants who are not Canadian citizens must provide proof of their status in Canada (the original of your Permanent Resident Card, Work Permit or Study Permit) and a photocopy (both sides) of the same document

Important notes