Pakistan
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Pakistan
Canada
Welcome to VFS Global
VFS Global is the exclusive service provider for the Government of Canada, authorized to provide administrative support services to visa applicants in Pakistan.
Important Information
Booking of appointments for enrolling your biometrics at the VAC is absolutely free of cost
Booking of appointments for enrolling your biometrics at the VAC is absolutely free of cost.
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Important Information for applicants residing in Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and South Sudan
Please note that effective immediately, applicants residing in Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and South Sudan should review the latest application instructions.
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Upload Biometric Instruction Letter
With effect from 7 March 2026, applicants will be required to upload the Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL).
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Appointment Management System
Starting 7th March 2026, the process for booking biometric enrolments at Canada Visa Application Centres is changing.
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Passport Submission And Passport Collection
Information about passport submission and passport collection for Canada VACs in Pakistan.
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Most applicants need to give their biometrics, but IRCC may have certain exemptions or temporary measures for special situations.
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Visa Application Centres
Plan your visit to a Visa Application Centre
Islamabad
Canada Visa Application Centre
Park Road
Chattha Bakhtawar
Chak Shahzad
Islamabad, Pakistan
Karachi
Canada Visa Application Centre
Bahria Complex IV, 4th Floor
Main Chaudhary Khaliq UZ Zaman Road
Gizri, Clifton
Karachi, Pakistan
Lahore
Canada Visa Application Centre
First Floor, MCT Madina Corporate Tower,
8 Queens Road,
Lahore, Pakistan
Information about the application process
Identify visa type
Choose the right immigration program for your stay in Canada.
Submit your application and pay your fees
Complete your application, pay your IRCC fees and submit it to IRCC.
Wait for your Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL)
IRCC will contact you when it's time to enroll your biometrics.
Book a VAC appointment
Find your closest VAC and schedule an appointment.
Visit the VAC
Visit the VAC to enroll your biometrics and submit any documents.
Check your application status
Stay informed about the progress of your application.
Wait for your passport request letter
IRCC will send you a letter requesting your passport and any other additional documents.
Submit your passport and any other documents through the VAC
If you haven't already submitted your passport, you can use the VAC to send it to IRCC.
Collect your passport and application decision
Get your documents back from the VAC.
Applying for a tourist visa?
For a Canadian temporary resident visa, you generally need the following:
- A valid travel document, like a passport
- Proof of financial means to support your stay in Canada
- Travel itinerary, including hotel bookings and flight reservations
- Proof of ties to your home country, such as employment, family or property ownership
- Any other additional information based on your specific situation
Please visit IRCC for more information on visitor visas.
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How do I book an appointment?
Use the appointment booking option for your selected Visa Application Centre.
Do I need to give biometrics?
Most applicants need to provide biometrics, although exemptions and temporary measures may apply.
How can I check my application status?
Use the application tracking service and the reference details supplied with your application.
Where are the Canada Visa Application Centres in Pakistan?
Visa Application Centres are available in Islamabad, Karachi and Lahore.