Canada Visitor's Visa
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How can we help you get your Canadian Visa approved?
A Canadian visitor visa is one of the easiest applications to be approved. Canada wants to bring family and friends together; as such, they are lenient in issuing visas. When you apply for a Canadian visa, you are not required to do an interview; you will however need to submit a list of supporting documents to the Embassy in order to get your visa approved. At Expedite Travel Services, we provide you access to expert and accredited Canadian Immigration Consultants to assist you in getting your Canadian visitor visa approved.
Though the process of applying for a Canadian visitor visa may seem easy to some, the process can prove to be rather confusing and lengthy- including several important forms that must be accurately completed and submitted to the Canadian Embassy along with the stipulated supporting documents. One mistake can lead to your immediate denial. But guess what? With our experienced and professional Immigration Consultants, your application will be accurately completed and all supporting documents submitted to the Canadian Embassy. It is important to note that using a well-established immigration consultant not only gives you the best possible chance of getting your study permit approved, but it also makes the entire process simple and stress-free. This is why Expedite Travel Services has recorded an unprecedented 98% success rate in Jamaica! With this excellent record, our clients continue to refer their friends and family members to apply with Expedite Travel Services.
How can you apply for the Canada Visitor's Visa?
Gather the required documents
Please acquire the required documents as described below so you can get started on applying for the Canada Visitor’s Visa.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
PERSON IN CANADA
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
From the person in Canada
Invitation letter
The invitation letter can be from a family member or a friend. If the person that you’re visiting is paying for your trip it should be stated in the letter. Please note that the person sending the invitation letter does not have to sign it. This can be scanned and sent to your email or Expedite Travel Service email. The person doesn’t need to mail down the documents. Mailing down the documents will take too long.
Passport front page (citizen)
The person sending the invitation letter will need to send you a copy of their passport front page if they are a citizen. This can be scanned and sent to your email or to our email at Expedite Travel Services
Permanent Resident (PR)
The person sending the invitation letter will need to send you a copy of their Permanent Resident Card if they are a Permanent Resident. This can be scanned and sent to your email or to our email at Expedite Travel Services
If you will be visiting an International Student please have him/her provide the following documents:
- Invitation letter
- Passport front page
- Student visa and/or their post-graduate work permit
- Letter from the school, if attending a graduation
If you will be visiting someone who is on a work program have him/her provide the following documents:
- Invitation letter
- Passport front page
- Work permit
Schedule a Hotel Reservation, if you do not have anyone in Canada to visit
We can schedule a Hotel Reservation for you if you do not have anyone in Canada to visit. With the hotel reservation, you do not
Required documents for the person applying
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
From the person applying
Passport
Expired passport
We will need your expired passports if you were issued a Canadian visa before and it expires. However, if you misplace your old passport, you can apply without it.
Employment status
Job letter
A job letter is needed from the company that you are currently employed. Though a letter may be valid for six (6) months, please ensure that your job letter is no more than two (2) months old.
Letter from J.P.
A self-employed person should get a letter from a J.P stating that they are self-employed and how long they have been self-employed.
Business Registration Certificate
If you are a registered business owner you should provide a Business Registration Certificate from The Companies Office of Jamaica.
Status letter
Obtain a status letter from the educational institution you are currently attending.
Finance
Bank statement/ 4-months bank printout
Bank Statement is a common concern among applicants. Everyone wants to know the amount of money they should have in their bank account before applying for a Canadian Visa. It is important to note that visa application approval is not solely dependent on the amount of money in your bank account. A person with JMD 50,000 in their account can get their visa approved; while a person with JMD $100,000 in their account gets denied. The recommended amount to have on your bank statement should be approximately JMD $80,000. If you do not have any money in your account, you can get a four (4) months transactional history of your bank account once you have money going into your account monthly. Most applicants that get a Canadian visa application approved have less than JMD $100,000 in their accounts. The recommended amount to have on your bank statement is approximately JMD $80,000.
You don’t need to have a bank statement if your family or friends in Canada is paying for your trip. They will be required to send you a bank statement or a four (4) months transactional history of their bank account along with their job letter. These documents should be scanned and sent to your email or to Expedite Travel Service email at expeditetravelservice@gmail.com.
Other documents
Marriage certificate
Please provide a copy of your marriage certificate, if married.
Birth certificate
Please provide a birth certificate for children under 18 years who are applying.
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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
THE PERSON APPLYING
Valid Passport
Your passport should have at least (6) months remaining before it expires. However, it’s best to renew your passport if it has less than one (1) year remaining.
Expired passport
We will need your expired passports if you were issued a Canadian visa before and it expires. However, if you misplace your old passport, you can apply without it.
Job letter
A job letter is needed from the company that you are currently employed and should be as resent as possible. Though a letter may be valid for six (6) months, please ensure that your job letter is no more than two (2) months old.
Letter from a J.P
A self-employed person should get a letter from a J.P stating that they are self-employed and how long they have been self-employed. If you need a sample letter from a JP please scroll down and download a copy for reference
Business registration certificate
If you are a registered business owner you should provide a Business Registration Certificate from The Companies Office of Jamaica.
No work documents needed
For a person sixty (60) years or older, no work information is required for them since they are retired.
Status letter
Obtain a status letter from the educational institution you are currently attending.
Marriage certificate
Please provide a copy of your marriage certificate, if married
Birth certificate
Please provide a birth certificate for children under 18 years who are applying.
One(1) recent digital photograph
The frame size must be at least 35 mm x 45 mm (1 3/8″ x 1 3/4″). The photographs must show the full front view of the head, with the face in the middle of the photograph, and include the top of the shoulders. The size of the head, from chin to crown, must be between 31 mm (1 1/4″) and 36 mm (1 7/16″). Ask the photographer who takes your photo to send a copy to our email (expeditetravelservice@gmail.com).
Bank statement
Bank Statement is a common concern among applicants. Everyone wants to know how much money they should have in their bank account before applying for a Canadian Visa. In all honesty, it’s not all about the amount of money in your bank account. A person with JMD 50,000 in their account can get their visa approved, while a person with JMD 100,000 in their account gets denied. The recommended amount to have on your bank statement should be roughly 80,000. If you don’t have any money in your account, you can get a four (4) months transactional history of your bank account once you have money going into your account monthly. Most applicants that get a Canadian visa barely have JMD 100,000 in their account. The recommended amount to have on your bank statement should be roughly JMD 80,000.
Optional Documents
Additional documents that you can provide to help strengthen your application are Land title, Car title, and insurance certificate. These documents are optional. Most persons that are approved a Canadian visa doesn’t own a house or a car.
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Sample Documents
Invitation letter
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Invitation letter for a family
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Letter from J.P.
Click the download button to retrieve a sample letter for a Self-Employed person. It should only be used as a reference to guide the J.P. The letter will stand as a Job letter for a self-employed person
Consent letter for minor
Click the download button to retrieve a sample consent letter for a minor. Ensure the parent who is giving permission signs the letter and have it sign and stamped by a J.P
Sponsorship letter
Click the download button to retrieve a sample sponsorship letter.
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Apply for the Canada Visitor's Visa
You can apply for the Canada Visitor’s Visa by applying through us “Online” or “In-Office. Please see more details below:
Apply online
1. Gather the required documents
Gather the required documents, then scan and email the required documents stated above to expeditetravelservice@gmail.com
2. Complete our online form
Complete our online form using either your phone, laptop, desktop or tablet and click submit. This will send your information to us.
3. We complete your application
After we complete your visa application, we will send it to your email so that you can check it for error. If you found any mistake, we will make the necessary changes and have you recheck it.
After we complete your visa application, we will print it or send it to your email so that you can check it for error. If you found any mistake, we will make the necessary changes and have you recheck it. At Expedite Travel Services, we ensure that every applicant checks their application multiple times to ensure that there is no mistake when submitting it to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Once you verify that your application is correctly filled out, we will pay the visa fee and submit your visa application to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada. After we submit your application and pay the visa fee, you will receive a confirmation email to do a biometric. A biometric allow visa officers to screen applicants for prior criminal convictions.
As soon as you received the email to get your biometric done, we will schedule an appointment for you. The biometric is done at the Canadian visa application Centre nearest to you. On the morning of your appointment, you should take your passport and the biometric letter that you received in your email. After you get your biometric done, you can log on to your account that was created on Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada to check your application status on a day to day basis, or we will check it for you and update you regularly.
When Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada finish processing your application, they will send you an email to let you know if your visa is approved or denied. If your visitor visa is approved, you will have to send your passport with DHL to the embassy.
Apply in-office
1. Gather the required documents
The required documents are stated above. Ensure you have all the necessary documents that apply to you when visiting our office
2. Bring the necessary information
Ensure you have all the information needed to complete your application before visiting the office. The information needed are stated below as follows:
Spouse’s full name, date of birth, address, and occupation. Spouse information is needed if you are married or in a common-law relationship.
Parents full name, marital status, date of birth, address, and occupation. Even if your parents are deceased, we will still need their name for the application process. If you don’t know anything about your parent, you can apply without their information as this will not reduce your chances of getting your visa approved.
Children full name, marital status, date of birth, address and occupation. Even If your children are deceased, we will still need their name for the application process.
Step-children full name, marital status, date of birth, address and occupation. Whether your stepchild/stepchildren are living with you or not, their information is still required. However, if you don’t know anything about your step child/children, you can apply without their information. This will not reduce your chance of getting your visa approved.
We will need the name of the last two (2) companies you worked for including the: address, job title, employment start date and end date. If you don’t remember all the information about your previous employment, you can apply without it. This will not reduce your chances of getting your visa approved.
3. Visit the office
When visiting the office bring the required documents and the necessary information to complete your application.
After we complete your visa application, we will print it so that you can check it for error. If you found any mistake, we will make the necessary changes and have you recheck it. At Expedite Travel Services, we ensure that every applicant checks their application multiple times to ensure that there is no mistake when submitting it to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Once you verify that your application is correctly filled out, we will pay the visa fee and submit your visa application to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada. After we submit your application and pay the visa fee, you will receive a confirmation email to do a biometric. A biometric allow visa officers to screen applicants for prior criminal convictions.
As soon as you received the email to get your biometric done, we will schedule an appointment for you. The biometric is done at the Canadian visa application Centre nearest to you. On the morning of your appointment, you should take your passport and the biometric letter that you received in your email. After you get your biometric done, you can log on to your account that was created on Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada to check your application status on a day to day basis, or we will check it for you and update you regularly.
When Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada finish processing your application, they will send you an email to let you know if your visa is approved or denied. If your visitor visa is approved, you will have to send your passport with DHL to the embassy.
Visa Granted V.S. Visa Denied
This is a scenario demonstrating two(2) applicant, one being granted the visa V.S. the other being denied based on ties to home country
Mr. Blake was granted a Canadian visa by demonstrating strong ties to his home country.
Mr. Blake is currently living with his common-law spouse and 3 children for six (6) years. Mr. Blake is self-employed for over seven (7) years. When Mr. Blake applied for a Canadian visa, he submitted the following supporting documents:
- A bank statement with JMD $80,000 account balance.
- A Letter from a Justice of Peace (JP) with over $150,000 in monthly earnings.
- An invitation letter and permanent resident card from a Canadian resident.
- Car title
Mr. Blake was granted a Canadian visa because of his strong ties to Jamaica based on the information provided on his application along with his supporting documents. These ties include: living with his common-law spouse and his kids for over six years and working as a vendor for three years. With these ties and being able to finance his trip independently, Mr. Blake was able to convince the visa officer that he would return to his home country at the end of his trip.
Mr. Morgan was denied a Canadian visa based on the fact that his ties were weak.
Mr. Morgan is single, currently living with his parents, and currently employed as a school teacher for one (1) month. When Mr. Morgan applied for a Canadian visa, he submitted the following documents:
- A bank statement with 100,000 account balance
- Job letter with a salary of a $120,000 monthly
- An invitation letter and permanent resident card from a Canadian resident.
- Car title & Insurance certificate
Mr. Morgan was denied a Canadian visa because he did not demonstrate to the visa officer that he has strong ties to Jamaica based on the information provided on his application. In reality, a visitor visa is not difficult to attain, however, a lot of people overstayed their visit resulting in the thorough scrutiny of visa applications by visa officers to ensure that there are enough ties to compel you to return home at the end of your short stay. Although Mr. Morgan is a teacher, he did not have as strong family ties as Mr. Blake. Mr. Morgan is single (no strong family ties) and living with his parents.
Reasons for denial
MOST COMMON REASONS FOR DENIAL
I was denied a Canadian visa and I would like to know why; my application was done properly, and I provided all the required documents that were requested by IRCC?
We know how disappointing it can be when someone is denied a Canadian visitor visa. Just so you know, when you apply for a Canadian visa several factors are taken into consideration before your Canadian visa is approved. The visa officer carefully reviews your visa application to ensure that you have sufficient ties to your home country based on the supporting documents you submit to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
You did not provide enough evidence that demonstrate that you are able to pay for your trip.
Having sufficient funds available to pay for your trip is the most crucial factor when applying for a Canadian visa. The visa officer wants to know that you can finance your trip to Canada based on the amount of money you are earning from your job and the money in your bank account. However, it is not solely dependent on the amount of money that is in your bank account. A person with one million dollars ($1,000,000) in their bank account may be denied; while a person with $100,000 in their account gets approved a visa. This is because the person with one million dollars ($1,000,000) in their bank account may not be able to prove how they accumulate the funds. While, at the same time, the person with $100,000 in their account can substantiate how they acquired the funds in their account. Though the visa officer wants to know that you can pay for your trip to Canada, they still want to see how you acquired the funds in your account. Notably, if they suspect that you borrowed the funds in your account to obtain a visa, they will deny you.
You have not provided enough evidence to prove that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay.
The visa officer wants to know that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay. As such, they will thoroughly review your visa application and the circumstances surrounding your travel plans, as well as other ties to your home country. Strong ties may vary from person to person; they generally include your job, house, family, and assets. Various aspects of your life bind you to the country within which you reside, such as employment, children, and spouse. If you fail to convince the visa officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, they will deny you under the pretense that your ties to your home country are weak. The visa officer wants to know that you have your job, children, or spouse to return to after a short stay in Canada.
Failure to provide all relevant supporting documents
Many applicants who choose to complete their Canadian visa application independently end up ruining their application, as well as failing to submit all the required documents. Resultantly contributing to their Canadian visitor visa application denial. Let’s say you did not fill out your application correctly and/or failed to submit all the supporting documents-for instance, if you were arrested in the past and didn’t provide a police record, they will deny you, for the fact that you did not provide all the relevant documents to support your visa application. Hire a professional immigration consultant if you do not understand the entire process and the primary documents needed submission to the Canadian Embassy.
You haven’t provided enough proof to support your reasons for visiting Canada.
When you apply for a visa to travel to Canada, the invitation letter should state your reason for travel whether for: a family visit, tourism, funeral, wedding, or graduation. If you are attending a funeral, you must provide evidence of the death certificate. In the event that you fail to submit the right documents to indicate your main intention in traveling to Canada, the visa officer might deny you due to unclear reasons for traveling to Canada. Hire a professional immigration consultant if you do not understand the entire process and the primary documents needed submission to the Canadian Embassy.
Limited Employment and Job Stability
Being employed or working at a previous establishment for less than one (1) year indicates inconsistency and inability to settle in a job. The visa officer wants to know that you are stable working in a job for at least (1) one to one (2) years. The longer you are employed in an organization, the better are your chances of being granted a visa.
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Canada Visitor’s Visa: Reasons for denial
I was denied a Canadian visa and I would like to know why; my application was done properly, and I provided all the required documents that were requested by IRCC? We know how disappointing it can be when someone is denied a Canadian visitor visa. Just so you know, when
How soon can I reapply for my Canadian Visa, after denial?
At Expedite Travel Services, we know how disappointing it can be when someone got denied a Canadian visitor visa. However, you can reapply as soon as you are able to provide new information or documents that you initially failed to submit. However, it is best to wait until after 6-12
Canada Visitor’s Visa: About the bank statement
Bank Statement is a common concern among applicants. Everyone wants to know the amount of money they should have in their bank account before applying for a Canadian Visa. It is important to note that visa application approval is not solely dependent on the amount of money in your bank
Frequently asked questions
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We have helped a lot of persons in the same position as you and they got through, anyone can be granted a visa, even persons who are not working apply and they got through. Even though a VISA IS NOT A GUARANTEE, we’ll ensure that you are fully prepared by filling out your application properly and by ensuring that you have all the relevant documents to get your visa approved.
Yes, once someone can present a bank statement on your behalf, whether it’s the person you’re visiting in Canada or in Jamaica.
One common concern among applicants is how much they should have on their bank statement before they apply for a Canadian Visa. It’s not all about the amount in your account. A person with one million in the bank may be denied, while a person with $20,000 – or even a bank printout that shows regular transactions –was granted the Canadian visa.
Yes, however someone that is unemployed stands a lesser chance of getting a visa than someone that is employed. However, it’s not impossible for someone that is unemployed to get a visa.
If you don’t have anyone in Canada we can schedule a hotel reservation for $8,000 JMD. With the hotel reservation, you don’t need an invitation letter. The hotel reservation has to be scheduled before your appointment.
Yes, you can still apply if your spouse lives in Canada.
You should try to apply at least 2 months ahead of your intended date of travel.
Yes you can, but it depends on your purpose of travel. An emergency appointment is considered when you’re visiting Canada to:
- Attend a funeral
- Attend a ceremony
- Attend a sporting event
Be sure to have some physical proof to satisfy you wanting to visit Canada for any of the intended purpose stated above.
I know how disappointing it can be when you’re denied a visa. Just so you know, you can reapply the same day. However, it’s best to wait for 6 months to 1 year to try your luck again. In most cases, visa refusal is caused by the ineligibility of the applicant, poor documentation, improper structuring of the application. The visa officer can deny you because he thinks that you don’t have a lot of ties to your country of residence. A person can have all the requirements and are still denied a visa. Some persons will get their visa the first time they apply, while some persons will visit the embassy 4 times before they are eventually granted a visa.
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Yes you can apply for the Canada Visitor’s Visa however you have to state the details on your application as to why you were charged.
Yes you can apply for Canada Visitor’s Visa however you have to state the details on your application as to why you were deported.
No you are not required to do an interview, only submit your application and supporting documents.
No you are not required to do an interview, only submit your application and supporting documents.
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Helpful Articles
These articles below will help guide and inform you on matters regarding the Visitor’s Visa for Canada and more.
Canada Visitor’s Visa: Reasons for denial
I was denied a Canadian visa and I would like to know why; my application was done properly, and I provided all the required documents
I want to apply for a Canadian visa and I also want to be sure that when I apply I will get my Canadian visitor visa
To qualify for a Canadian visitor visa, you must prove to the visa officer, beyond reasonable doubt, that you have strong ties to your home
How soon can I reapply for my Canadian Visa, after denial?
At Expedite Travel Services, we know how disappointing it can be when someone got denied a Canadian visitor visa. However, you can reapply as soon
Canada Visitor’s Visa: About the bank statement
Bank Statement is a common concern among applicants. Everyone wants to know the amount of money they should have in their bank account before applying
Schedule a Hotel Reservation, if you do not have anyone in Canada to visit
We can schedule a Hotel Reservation for you if you do not have anyone in Canada to visit. With the hotel reservation, you do not
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