Canada Visa Application – How to Apply for a Visitor Visa from Bangladesh
The number of people of Bangladeshi origin living in Canada is increasing every year. Many people in Bangladesh have relatives, families, and friends in Canada. Some are studying in Canada, some are working, etc. So, it is evident that the link between Canada and Bangladesh is significant. Therefore, applying for a Canada visa from Bangladesh has become very popular.
What This Visa Lets You Do
- Travel throughout Canada
- Meet your family members, friends, and relatives
- Attend meetings and conferences
- Do short courses
Canada Visa Eligibility
Do not submit your visa application if you don’t understand the following points, especially if you are a Bangladeshi citizen:
- Purpose of Travel
Most people apply for a Canada visa for tourism purposes. Now, think for a moment: are you a tourist? Do you understand the meaning of “tourist”? A tourist is someone who travels consistently and has a strong travel history. If you apply as a tourist, you must show your past travel records to satisfy the officer at the Canadian High Commission. - Occupation
The immigration or consulate officer will check your profile, especially your occupation. If your occupation, whether business or employment, is not considered strong, this can raise further questions and complicate your visa approval. - Financial Status
The Canada visa officer will scrutinize all your financial documents to check if you are financially independent in Bangladesh. Being financially independent and stable is one of the key factors for Canada visa approval from Bangladesh. You must show your savings, fixed deposits, bonds, etc. Don’t forget to attach your income tax documents.
Canada Visa Document Requirements
Canada Visa Fees
The Canada visa fee is CAD$185.
Canada Visa Application Steps
Step 1: Get your documents organized
Scan all the required documents, from your passport to employment documents, and ensure all file sizes are within 4 MB.
Step 2: Start the online application through the IRCC portal
Step 3: Upload all documents
Once you have completed the online IRCC application, you can upload all documents, from Canada visa forms to all other required documents.
Step 4: Make payment
Pay your Canada visa fee online using Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®, JCB®, or UnionPay®.
Step 5: Complete biometric
Schedule an appointment at the VFS Center in Dhaka, Chittagong, or Sylhet for the Canada visa biometric.
Step 6: Wait for a decision
Once you have completed all the steps, you need to wait for the passport request letter from IRCC, which is the green signal for Canada visa approval.
Canada Visa Services in Bangladesh
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Canada Visa Processing
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Canada Visa Refusal and Appeal
If your Canada visa application is refused, you can reapply if you believe you should be approved. Read the refusal letter carefully to understand what additional documents you might need to upload along with the common documents.
Receiving a Procedural Fairness Letter (PFL) from IRCC
If you receive a Procedural Fairness Letter from IRCC, this means the immigration department is asking for clarification or an explanation regarding some major findings. If you can clarify and convince the officer, you might get your Canada visa approved.
Common Reasons for Receiving a PFL Include
- Misrepresentation: Providing inaccurate or misleading information
- Inadmissibility: Issues related to criminal records, security risks, or health concerns
- Failure to meet the criteria: Not fulfilling the specific requirements for the applied program
- Lacking supporting documentation: Missing or inadequate evidence to back up claims
- Authenticity of genuine relationships: Doubts about the legitimacy of a spousal or familial relationship
- Financial issues: Failing to show enough funds or financial stability
Most Common Reasons for Visa Refusals of Bangladeshi Citizens
- Lack of Purpose: Most applicants apply for a Canada tourist visa but fail to prove themselves as genuine tourists. In their visa application, they mention tourism as their purpose, but unfortunately, this proves to be an incorrect purpose for many.
- Lack of Funds: Many people do not realize the importance of proof of funds in a Canada visa application.
- Fraudulent Documents: If Canadian authorities identify any fake documents attached, your visa application will be rejected instantly. Not only that, you could be banned from entering Canada for 5 to 10 years.
- No Significant Travel History: Travel history is one of the key factors for visa approvals. Most people apply for a Canada visa after traveling to just one or two countries.