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Expert in Canada visa services since 2010, VisaHQ is a private visa agency, not affiliated with the government of Canada. VisaHQ provides
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Note: Processing time may take up to 7 months.
Effective 31 July 2018, every applicant (minors and elders included) need to give fingerprints and photos (biometrics) at a Visa Application Centre when they apply for a visitor visa. Please allow yourself enough time before the submission of the documents and note that the only visa application center is located only in London.
In order to fill in the documents, please download the forms on the desktop and only after that open these files.
Effective 31 July 2018, every applicant (minors and elders included) need to give fingerprints and photos (biometrics) at a Visa Application Centre when they apply for a visitor visa. Please allow yourself enough time before the submission of the documents and note that the only visa application center is located only in London.
In order to fill in the documents, please download the forms on the desktop and only after that open these files.
Fill out Canada tourist visa application form online
and send the following documents to VisaHQ:
a
Canadian visa application form. Completed application form for Canada will be prepared within 5 business hours of order submission, and emailed to you to download, print and sign.
b
Original, signed Gambia passport. Passport must have at least 6 months remaining validity on the date of travel and have at least 1 visa page clear of any markings.
c
Proof of Status. Original ILR card or other proof of resident status in the UK, this should be valid for more than 6 months after your return from Canada.
d
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary if purchased, however, it is advisable not to purchase in advance.
e
Bank Statement. Copy of last 3 months bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds. The documents shouldn’t be older than 1 month.
f
Employment Letter. Copy of a letter from your employer on business letterhead, with contact details, stating that a leave of absence has been granted, purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job. The Employment letter must be addressed to the High Commission of Canada. If you are self-employed, include a copy of your business license and tax return. If you are retired please submit proof of your retirement fund. The documents shouldn’t be older than 1 month.
g
Hotel Reservations. Copy of confirmed hotel reservations including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, duration of stay.
h
Invitation Letter. Copy of an invitation letter from family or friends in Canada and a copy of their passport and visa.
i
Family Information form. A completed Family Information form. This form is available here and must be typed.
j
Use of Representative form. A completed Use of a Representative form. This form is available here and must be typed.
k
Consent form. A completed Consent form. This form is available here.
l
Statutory Declaration of Common-law Union. If applicable. Provide Statutory Declaration of Common-law Union for common-law partners. This form can be found here.
m
In case of sponsored trip. Sponsorship letter duly dated and signed, supported by the following sponsor documents: passport (copy), employment letter, last 3-month original bank statements. The documents shouldn’t be older than 1 month.
Additional Documents for Children under 18
- Original Birth Certificate.
- Letter of Consent. An ORIGINAL consent letter signed by both parents / guardians, specifying who will be travelling with the child and authorizing the trip.
- Copies of both parents' passports.
- Letter of Consent. An ORIGINAL consent letter signed by both parents / guardians, specifying who will be travelling with the child and authorizing the trip.
- Copies of both parents' passports.
Please be advised that the Canadian Embassy may extend the processing time at their discretion. Additional documents and a personal interview may also be requested. VisaHQ advises that you provide as many documents as you can to prove beyond doubt that you will be returning to the UK after your trip to Canada.
Canada tourist visa fees for citizens of Gambia
Type of visa | Validity Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. | Processing Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. | Embassy fee | Service fee | VAT | Total cost |
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Single/Multiple entry | up to 10 years | up to 7 months | 115.00 | 160.00 | 32.00 | 307.00 |
Single/Multiple entry
- Validity: up to 10 years
- Processing: up to 7 months
- Total cost: 307.00 Cost calculationEmbassy fee: 115.00 Processing: 160.00VAT: 32.00 Total cost: 307.00
Maximum stay in Canada: 180 days
Maximum stay refers to the number of days allowed on a single visit.
Maximum stay in Canada: 180 days
Maximum stay refers to the number of days allowed on a single visit.
Canada visa for citizens of Gambia is required. For more information please contact the nearest Canada embassy.
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