Our Services
Complete visa, immigration, and consular services
The High Commission of Canada in India provides a comprehensive range of services to support Canadian citizens and facilitate immigration and travel to Canada. Our experienced staff is here to assist you with your visa application, passport needs, and other consular services.
Visitor Visa
Processing: 4-6 weeks
For those who wish to visit Canada for tourism, family visits, or business purposes.
- •Valid for up to 6 months
- •Multiple entry options available
- •Processing time: 4-6 weeks
- •Biometrics required
Work Permit
Processing: 4-8 weeks
For Indian nationals who have secured employment in Canada.
- •Closed work permits: employer-specific
- •Open work permits: available for spouses/partners
- •International Mobility Program (IMP)
- •Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)
Study Permit
Processing: 4-6 weeks
For students planning to pursue education in Canadian institutions.
- •Valid for duration of studies plus 90 days
- •Work authorization included
- •Financial requirements apply
- •Acceptance letter from DLI required
Permanent Residence
Processing: 6-12 months
For those seeking to make Canada their permanent home.
- •Express Entry Program
- •Provincial Nominee Programs
- •Family sponsorship
- •Self-employed persons program
Family Sponsorship
Processing: 12-24 months
Reunite with your family members in Canada.
- •Sponsor immediate relatives
- •Extended family members
- •Dependent children
- •Parents and grandparents
Passport Services
Processing: 5-10 business days
Essential travel document services for Canadian citizens.
- •New passport applications
- •Passport renewals
- •Replacement of lost/damaged passports
- •Emergency passports
General Requirements
Documentation
- ✓Valid passport or travel document
- ✓Completed application form
- ✓Passport-sized photographs
- ✓Proof of financial support
- ✓Medical examination (if required)
Processing Information
- iProcessing times vary by service type
- iBiometrics may be required
- iBackground checks are standard
- iApplication fees apply
- iAll applications in English or French
Ready to Get Started?
Book an appointment with our visa officers or contact us for more information about specific services.