Having the right documents is crucial for Canada visa approval. This comprehensive checklist covers all required documents for different visa types including tourist, business, student, and family visas.
Essential Documents (All Visa Types)
- Passport: Valid 6+ months, 2 blank pages, all previous visas
- Photos: 50mm x 70mm, white background, recent 6 months
- Application Forms: IMM 5257 (Visitor), IMM 5707 (Family Info)
- Cover Letter: Purpose of visit, itinerary, return plans
Financial Documents
- Bank statements (last 6 months) - all pages, stamped
- Income tax returns (last 2-3 years)
- Salary slips (last 3-6 months)
- Fixed deposit certificates
- Employment letter with salary details
Travel Documents
- Flight bookings (confirmed or tentative)
- Hotel reservations or accommodation proof
- Day-wise travel itinerary
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Visa-Specific Documents
Tourist/Visitor Visa
For tourist and visitor visas: All above documents plus travel history, purpose of visit letter.
Business Visa
For business visa: Invitation letter from Canadian company, company registration, business correspondence, trade fair registration (if applicable).
Family Visa
For family visa: Invitation letter, relationship proof (birth certificates, marriage certificates), family member's status in Canada.
Super Visa
For Super Visa: All family visa documents plus medical insurance (mandatory), child/grandchild's income proof (LICO), medical examination.
Student Visa
For student visa: Letter of Acceptance (LOA), academic transcripts, financial proof for tuition + living, medical examination (if required).
Document Preparation Tips
- All documents must be in English or French (translated if needed)
- Bank statements must be original and stamped
- All copies must be clear and legible
- Organize documents in order specified by IRCC
Document Checklist Services
- Canada Visa Consultation - Document review and checklist
- Canada Tourist Visa - Tourist visa documents
- Canada Business Visa - Business visa documents
- Canada Student Visa - Student visa documents
