Overview of the CAN+ Program
The CAN+ program is an expedited visa initiative designed for foreign nationals wishing to visit Canada temporarily. It particularly benefits individuals who have a history of travel to Canada or hold a valid US visa, allowing for faster processing of visitor visa applications. This program is primarily aimed at citizens from specific countries, including Turkey, Dominica, and Grenada, among others.Requirements for the CAN+ Program
To be eligible for the CAN+ program, applicants must meet the following criteria:- Travel History : Must have traveled to Canada within the last 10 years and have stamps in their passport indicating entry and exit.
- US Visa : Hold a valid non-immigrant US visa at the time of application.
- Citizenship : Must be a citizen of a participating country (eg, Turkey, Dominica, Grenada).
- Family Applications : If applying as a family, all members must meet these criteria.
1
2
3
.Required Documents for Application
When applying for the CAN+ visa, applicants need to submit several key documents:- Valid Passport : Must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay in Canada.
- Completed Application Form (IMM 5257) : This is the standard form for visitor visa applications.
- Family Information Form (IMM 5645) : A digital form detailing family information, including parents and spouse.
- Photographs : Two recent passport-sized photos that meet Canadian specifications (35 mm wide by 45 mm high).
- Travel History Documentation : Evidence of prior travel to Canada (EC, entry/exit stamps) or proof of a valid US visa.
1
2
3
4
.Application Process
- Indicate CAN+ Eligibility : When filling out your visitor visa application online or on paper, indicate your eligibility for the CAN+ program based on your travel history or US visa status.
- Submit Application : Complete and submit your application along with the required documents to the appropriate Canadian visa application center (VAC).
- Biometric Data : Depending on your location, you may need to provide biometric data as part of your application process.
- Processing Time : Applications under the CAN+ program are typically processed faster—often within 15 business days—compared to standard processing times which can exceed 30 days23.
[1] https://www.cc-kanadadaegitim.com/en/post/what-is-the-canada-can-visa-and-how-do-you-apply
[2] https://canadianexpressentry.com/canada-visa-can-plus/
[3] https://www.uiis.ca/visitor-visa-can/
[4] https://www.riftrust.com/canadas-can-visa-programme-admits-dominica-and-grenada-citizens/
[5] https://ircc.canada.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=877&top=16
No comments:
Post a Comment