Basic Travel Requirements for Cape Verdians visiting
Canada
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Canadian Visa.
- An international passport with a validity of over 6 months from the intended date of travel.
- You must be 18 years or older to apply for a visa.
- If you intend travelling with minors, they are to apply under your visa.
- All documents for submission are to be translated into English and verification of correct translation submitted.
- All the applications must be signed and correctly dated.
- You must provide two passport photographs that meet the Canadian photo Requirements.
- Applicants are required to have a clean criminal record and have proof of this through a valid court document.
- Proof of financial sustenance for the entire duration of stay in Canada.
Canada Visa for Cape Verdians
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 – 6 weeks. | 180 days. |
| Student visa | Between 8 to 40 days. | Depending on the course duration. |
| Tourist visa | Between 8 to 40 days. | 90 days. |
General Requirements for Canada Visa
- An international passport with a validity of over 6 months from the intended date of travel.
- You must be 18 years or older to apply for a visa.
- If you intend travelling with minors, they are to apply under your visa.
- All documents for submission are to be translated into English and verification of correct translation submitted.
- All the applications must be signed and correctly dated.
- You must provide two passport photographs that meet the Canadian photo Requirements.
- Applicants are required to have a clean criminal record and have proof of this through a valid court document.
- Proof of financial sustenance for the 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 allow its holder to take up paid or unpaid employment while in Canada.
- This visa type allows its holder multiple entries into the country.
- You are to provide proof that you will leave Canada at the end of your business dealings.
- A letter of invitation from your business partner in Canada is to be provided.
- The company’s address and a copy of its registration certificate should be also submitted.
- Proof that the applicant has a clean criminal record in Cape Verde is to be submitted.
- You are also to provide proof that you do not plan to enter the Canadian labour market during your stay in the country.
- The applicant is to provide his/her bank statements for this application.
- A letter stating who will cover the applicant’s expenses during their stay in Canada is to be submitted.
Canada Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is for persons who have the intention of studying in any Canadian institution of learning.
- The visa can pass for both a tourist visa and a study permit for students.
- Students who wish to take up internship programmes in Canada can also apply for this visa.
- This visa allows you to study at a Designated Learning Institution(DLI) in Canada.
- Holders of this visa can stay in the country until they conclude their study programme.
- This visa sometimes allows foreign students to work in Canada.
- 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 Cape Verde 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 issued to applicants who are traveling to Canada for tourism and leisure reasons.
- This visa also allows you to visit your friends and relatives residing in Canada.
- Parties and ceremonies can be attended with this visa.
- This visa has a processing time of 40 days.
- Medical insurance valid for the entire duration of stay in Canada is to be provided.
- A letter of invitation from the host is required for those visiting.
- The letter must state the host’s relationship with the applicant.
- It must also carry the host’s address and contact numbers.
- The applicant’s bank statement is to be provided or that of their sponsor if they will be financing their trip.
- Minor applicants can not apply independently, they have to apply with their parent or guardian.
- Applicants will be allowed to be in the country for a period of 6 months.
- This visa does not give its holder a right to permanent residence, education, and employment in the country.
- This visa allows for multiple entries into the country.
Canada Visa Fees
Business visa
100.00 (CAD)
Student visa
100.00 (CAD)
Tourist visa
100.00 (CAD)
Canada Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Cape Verde
Cape Verde has no Canadian embassy so Cape Verdeans who wish to travel to Canada should visit the nearest country with a Canadian embassy.