Basic Travel Requirements for Zambians visiting
Canada
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Canadian Visa.
- A Zambian international passport with a validity of over 6 months.
- You must be 18 years or older to apply for a visa.
- If you intend travelling with minors, they are to apply with you.
- All documents for submission are to be translated into English and verification of correct translation submitted.
- All the applications must be signed and dated correctly.
- You must provide two passport photographs that meet the Canadian Photo Requirement.
- Applicants are required to have a clean criminal record and have proof of this through a valid court document.
- A Proof of financial sustenance forthe entire duration of stay in Canada.
Canada Visa for Zambians
Facts about Canada
Canada is a country in the northern part of North America. It stretches from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west; to the north lies the Arctic Ocean. It also covers 9.98 million square kilometers (3.85 million square mile area making it the second-largest country by total area. Ottawa is Canada’s capital city while its largest metropolitan cities are Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. Canada is a parliamentary and constitutional democracy, the Elizabeth ll serves as its queen while a prime minister is the chair of the Cabinet and head of government.
The Canadian economy is the tenth-largest in the world. It has a mixed economy system. Canada is a net exporter of energy having 13th percent of the global oil reserve which makes it the third-largest share after Saudi Arabia and Venezuela.
Types of Canada Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | Between 1 and 6 weeks | 180 days |
| Student visa | Between 8 to 40 days. | Depending on the duration of the course. |
| Tourist visa | Between 8 to 40 days. | 90 days |
General Requirements for Canada Visa
- A Zambian international passport with a validity of over 6 months.
- You must be 18 years or older to apply for a visa.
- If you intend travelling with minors, they are to apply with you.
- All documents for submission are to be translated into English and verification of correct translation submitted.
- All the applications must be signed and dated correctly.
- You must provide two passport photographs that meet the Canadian Photo Requirement.
- Applicants are required to have a clean criminal record and have proof of this through a valid court document.
- A Proof of financial sustenance forthe entire duration of stay in Canada.
Canada Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is for persons who wish to engage in business activities during their stay in Canada.
- The processing time for this visa is about 6 weeks and it allows its holder to stay for a maximum of 180 days in the country.
- This visa does not permit its holder to take up any forms of employment in the country.
- This visa type is of multiple entries.
- Proof that you plan to leave Canada at the end of your business dealings is to be provided.
- A letter of invitation from your business partner in Canada is to be provided.
- The company’s address and certificate of registration should be stated in the letter.
- Proof of a clean criminal record of the applicant is to be provided.
- Proof that you do not plan to enter the Canadian labour market during your stay is to be provided also.
- Bank statements of the applicant or the applicant’s sponsor are to be provided.
Canada Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to persons who have the intention of studying in a Canadian institution of learning.
- The visa can pass for both a tourist visa and a study permit for students.
- This visa allows you to study at a Designated Learning Institution(DLI).
- Holders of this visa can stay in the country until they conclude their study programme.
- This visa allows its holder to work but not on every case.
- An acceptance letter from the institution the applicant is going to be studying in Canada is to be provided.
- Proof of payment of tuition fees and every other school charges is to be submitted.
- A transcript gotten from the applicant’s current school in Zambia or the last institution attended is to be provided for submission.
- The applicant is to write a letter stating why they will be going to Canada and why they have picked the particular institution of study.
- The letter is to be submitted alongside other requested documents.
- This visa allows multiple entries into the country.
Canada Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is for applicants who wish to visit Canada for tourism and leisure reasons.
- With this visa, you could also visit family and friends who are Canadian residents.
- This visa allows you to attend parties and ceremonies.
- Medical insurance valid for the applicant’s entire duration of stay in Canada is to be provided
- A letter of invitation from the host is required if you are visiting a friend or relative.
- The letter should state the relationship between them and the applicant.
- The letter should also contain the host’s address and contact numbers.
- Bank statements of the applicant or their sponsor is to be provided.
- Minors are to apply for this visa with their parent or guardian.
- This visa takes a maximum of 40 days to be processed.
- With this visa, you are allowed to travel around Canada for a period of not more than 6 months.
- You cannot stay in the country permanently and neither can you work or study.
- The visa allows its holder to entire the country several times within its validity.
Canada Visa Fees
Business visa
100.00 (CAD)
Student visa
100.00 (CAD)
Tourist visa
100.00 (CAD)
Canada Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Zambia
Lusaka
5199 United Nations Avenue P.O. Box 31313 Lusaka 10101
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lsaka@international.gc.ca
(+260) (211) 25 08 33