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Canada Visa for Nepali Citizens

Visa requiredLast reviewed July 31, 2026

Nepali passport holders visiting Canada as tourists use the Visitor Visa. Processing time: IRCC "80% processed within" tracker for Nepal: typically 30–90 calendar days. Apply through VFS Global Canada Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu. The sources and the date this record was last reviewed are listed at the end of the page.

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Tourist visa: Visitor Visa (TRV) — IMM 1442Stay: Up to 6 months per entry (officer discretion at port of entry
Visa fee: Not listed in our record
Processing time: IRCC "80% processed within" tracker for Nepal: typically 30–90 calendar days
Where to apply: VFS Global Canada Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu

At a glance

At a glance — Canada Visitor Visa (TRV) — IMM 1442

Processing time: IRCC "80% processed within" tracker for Nepal: typically 30–90 calendar days. Add 1–2 weeks for VFS biometric appointment + courier transit.
Stay duration: Up to 6 months per entry (officer discretion at port of entry; can be extended onshore via IMM 5708 Visitor Record).
Visa validity: Multi-entry up to passport expiry or 10 years, whichever is earlier (default for successful applications).
Entries: Multiple (default) or Single (rare, event-specific).
Bank balance / financial proof: Bank statement (last 6 months) showing minimum NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000) ending balance — ~CAD 1,000/month coverage demonstrated. Joint accounts allowed if you are the primary holder.
Where to apply: Create IRCC Secure Account, complete IMM 5257 + IMM 5645 (Family Information), upload supporting docs + photo, pay CAD 100 visa fee + CAD 85 biometrics fee online, receive Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL), book appointment at VFS Kathmandu, submit biometrics + passport, wait for decision letter, then courier passport back via VFS.

Visa types

Visa categories available

Tourist — Visitor Visa (TRV) — IMM 1442
Tourism, visiting family / friends, short business meetings (no employment in Canada).
Stay
Up to 6 months per entry (officer discretion at port of entry; can be extended onshore via IMM 5708 Visitor Record).
Processing
IRCC "80% processed within" tracker for Nepal: typically 30–90 calendar days. Add 1–2 weeks for VFS biometric appointment + courier transit.
Business — Visitor Visa (TRV) — Business Visitor stream
Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, after-sales service of equipment sold by Nepali employer — no employment in Canada and no entry into Canadian labour market.
Stay
Up to 6 months per entry (most business trips 1–4 weeks).
Processing
20–60 days (slightly faster than tourist due to invitation-letter strength).
Student — Study Permit — IMM 1294
Full-time study at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) for programmes longer than 6 months. Programmes ≤ 6 months can use a Visitor Visa instead.
Stay
Programme length + 90 days post-completion grace.
Processing
8–14 weeks for Nepal (PGP-Standard); SDS (Student Direct Stream) NOT currently available for Nepal — file via the regular study permit stream.
Work — Work Permit — Closed (LMIA-based) or Open
Closed: employer-specific work for a Canadian employer with positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Open: spouses of skilled workers / students, PGWP holders, IEC participants (NOT for Nepal — no bilateral arrangement).
Stay
Per LMIA / job offer (typically 1–4 years, renewable).
Processing
8–20 weeks; LMIA itself takes 4–12 weeks before applicant can file.
Transit — Transit Visa — IMM 1442 (transit endorsement)
Connecting through a Canadian airport to a third country, with airside-only transit ≤ 48 hours.
Stay
Up to 48 hours (airside).
Processing
14–30 days.
Other route — Super Visa — IMM 1442 (Super Visa endorsement)
Long-term multi-entry visa for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens / Permanent Residents. Allows extended stays without applying for permanent residence.
Stay
Up to 5 years per entry (the longest single-entry stay of any Canadian visa).
Processing
8–16 weeks; faster than family-sponsorship PR (which takes 18–24 months).

Checklist

Required documents — Canada tourist visa

24 required · 10 conditional — tick them off as you build your file.

Nepali passport bio-page (validity ≥ 6 months beyond intended return)
Required
Plus copy of every page with prior visa stamps and entry/exit endorsements.
Recent passport-size digital photo
Required
35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old, in JPG/JPEG (uploaded to the IRCC portal).
IMM 5257 — Application for Temporary Resident Visa (signed PDF)
Required
Generated by the IRCC Secure Account; the validation barcode must appear after signing.
IMM 5645 — Family Information form
Required
Lists all immediate family members (parents, siblings, spouse, children) with current location and status.
Bank statement (last 6 months) having ending balance of NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)
Required
On bank letterhead, signed and stamped, in English. Joint accounts accepted if applicant is primary holder.
Cover letter explaining purpose, itinerary, and intent to return to Nepal
Required
Addressed to the Visa Officer; 1–2 pages; outlines who, why, where, when, who funds the trip, and why you will return.
Confirmed return air ticket OR travel itinerary (Yatra dummy ticket NPR 999 acceptable at file-prep stage)
Required
Hotel reservation / accommodation proof for full Canada stay
Required
Invitation letter from Canadian host + sponsor passport / PR card / citizenship certificate copy
Conditional
Mandatory if visiting family / friends. Letter must include sponsor full name, status in Canada, address, phone, relationship to applicant, dates of stay, and who pays.
Travel insurance (CAD 100,000 medical coverage recommended)
Conditional
Strongly recommended; not strictly required for Visitor Visa but mandatory for Super Visa.
Nepal Police Clearance (MoFA-attested)
Conditional
Often requested for stays > 6 months or applicants > 30. Issue at MoFA Narayanhiti within last 90 days.
Upfront medical exam (UME) at IRCC Panel Physician
Conditional
Triggered when stay > 6 months, or working in healthcare / childcare / education. eMedical referral letter generated by IRCC portal.
ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
Required
See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application)
Required
Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
1. Business Income
Conditional
Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
PAN Certificate
Required
Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
Business Registration Certificate
Required
Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable)
Conditional
Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
Latest Audit Report
Required
Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
Tax Clearance Certificate
Required
Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
2. Salary-Based Income
Conditional
Applicants who are employed must provide:
Salary Certificate / Salary Letter
Required
On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
Leave Approval Letter
Required
Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer
Required
Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements
Required
Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
3. Pension Income
Conditional
Applicants receiving pension must submit:
Pension Certificate (Pension Patta)
Required
Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
Company ID Card (if available)
Conditional
Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
Recent Pension Bank Statement
Required
Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank
Required
On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
4. Rental Income
Conditional
Applicants earning rental income must provide:
Land Ownership Certificate
Required
Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
Building Completion Certificate
Required
Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate
Required
Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

Where to apply

Where Nepali citizens apply for a Canada visa

Mission: High Commission of Canada — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
Address: 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Phone: +91 11 4178 2000
Email: delhi@international.gc.ca
Hours: Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–13:30 (consular by appointment only). Visa decisions issued by IRCC officers, not the mission.
Application centre: VFS Global Canada Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu — Tridevi Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu (next to Garden of Dreams). Mon–Fri 08:30–15:00 submission, 15:00–16:00 collection. Biometrics + passport drop-off only — visa applications must be filed online via the IRCC Secure Account first. Book appointment at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/can.
Online portal: https://ircc.canada.ca/english/e-services/account.asp

Notes

Important notes

Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
Income proof for Canadian visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — pick the bundle matching your active income source. IRCC officers focus on demonstrating settled financial life and intent to return.
Nepali ordinary passport holders MUST apply for a Canadian visa — Nepal is NOT eTA-eligible. Visa is mandatory even for short tourist trips and airside transit longer than 48 hours.
Default grant on a successful Visitor Visa (TRV / IMM 1442) is multiple-entry, validity until passport expiry or 10 years (whichever comes first), with up to 6-month stays per visit. Single-entry grants are unusual and usually tied to specific event-based travel.
Biometrics (fingerprints + photo) are MANDATORY for all first-time Canadian visa applicants aged 14–79 from Nepal. Once collected, biometrics are valid 10 years across all Canadian visa applications — no re-collection needed in that window.
Dual intent is permitted: applicants can simultaneously hold a temporary visa application and a permanent residence application (Express Entry / PNP / family sponsorship) without prejudice.
Nepal is a designated country for upfront medical exam (UME) for any single stay >6 months, work in healthcare / childcare / education, or where the IRCC officer requests it. Approved Panel Physicians in Kathmandu: Norvic International Hospital, CIWEC Clinic, B&B Hospital — eMedical referral generated by the IRCC portal.
Police certificate from Nepal MoFA (and from any country lived 6+ months in last 10 years for permanent residence applications, or as requested for temporary visas) — translated into English and notarised.
All non-English / non-French documents MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation done by a Nepal MoFA-recognised translator + notarised.
Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties to Nepal (insufficient property / business / family / employment), unexplained funds in bank statement, vague itinerary, undisclosed prior refusals from US / UK / Schengen / Australia, applicants under 30 without dependants or property.
Always disclose prior visa refusals in any country in answer to IRCC question 2(b) on Form IMM 5257 — non-disclosure triggers misrepresentation finding under IRPA s.40 and a 5-year ban from entering Canada.
Processing times listed by IRCC for Nepal are estimates only; the published "80% of applications processed within X days" tracker at canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html is the source of truth.
Super Visa (parent / grandparent of Canadian citizens or PRs): multi-entry valid 10 years with 5-year stays per entry. Requires Canadian sponsor income above LICO threshold (CAD 32,000+ for family of 2 in 2026), CAD 100,000 medical insurance from a Canadian or approved foreign insurer, and the Invitation Letter signed by the sponsor.
Working Holiday / IEC (International Experience Canada): NOT available for Nepalis — no bilateral youth mobility arrangement. Pursue Study Permit (IMM 1294) -> Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) instead.

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FAQ

Canada visa for Nepali citizens — frequently asked questions

Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Canada visa — answered from the official sources listed below.

Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Canada as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Canada for tourism use the Visitor Visa (TRV) — IMM 1442, which allows a stay of up to 6 months per entry (officer discretion at port of entry; can be extended onshore via IMM 5708 Visitor Record).

How long does a Canada tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

IRCC "80% processed within" tracker for Nepal: typically 30–90 calendar days. Add 1–2 weeks for VFS biometric appointment + courier transit.

What bank balance is required for a Canada visa?

Bank statement (last 6 months) showing minimum NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000) ending balance — ~CAD 1,000/month coverage demonstrated. Joint accounts allowed if you are the primary holder.

How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Canada on a tourist visa?

Up to 6 months per entry (officer discretion at port of entry; can be extended onshore via IMM 5708 Visitor Record) (Visitor Visa (TRV) — IMM 1442).

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Canada tourist visa?

Create IRCC Secure Account, complete IMM 5257 + IMM 5645 (Family Information), upload supporting docs + photo, pay CAD 100 visa fee + CAD 85 biometrics fee online, receive Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL), book appointment at VFS Kathmandu, submit biometrics + passport, wait for decision letter, then courier passport back via VFS.

What documents are required for a Canada tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Nepali passport bio-page (validity ≥ 6 months beyond intended return); Recent passport-size digital photo; IMM 5257 — Application for Temporary Resident Visa (signed PDF); IMM 5645 — Family Information form; Bank statement (last 6 months) having ending balance of NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000); Cover letter explaining purpose, itinerary, and intent to return to Nepal; Confirmed return air ticket OR travel itinerary (Yatra dummy ticket NPR 999 acceptable at file-prep stage); Hotel reservation / accommodation proof for full Canada stay.

Which Canada mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

High Commission of Canada — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal), 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Phone: +91 11 4178 2000. Applications are lodged at VFS Global Canada Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu, Tridevi Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu (next to Garden of Dreams). Mon–Fri 08:30–15:00 submission, 15:00–16:00 collection. Biometrics + passport drop-off only — visa applications must be filed online via the IRCC Secure Account first. Book appointment at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/can.

Can Nepali citizens apply for a Canada business visa?

Yes — Visitor Visa (TRV) — Business Visitor stream. Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, after-sales service of equipment sold by Nepali employer — no employment in Canada and no entry into Canadian labour market. Processing: 20–60 days (slightly faster than tourist due to invitation-letter strength).

Is there an official online portal for the Canada visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://ircc.canada.ca/english/e-services/account.asp.

How is the Canada visa fee paid?

IRCC fees paid online by Visa / MasterCard / AmEx during application submission. VFS service charge + biometrics fee paid in cash NPR at the VAC counter (Tridevi Marg) at appointment time.

Can Yatra For Fun help with a Canada visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Canada visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

Sources

Sources & last updated

Last reviewed: July 31, 2026

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada.html — IRCC Visit Canada main page
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/visitor-visa.html — IRCC TRV (Visitor Visa) detailed guide
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/parent-grandparent-super-visa.html — IRCC Super Visa for parents and grandparents
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit.html — IRCC Study Permit
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/permit.html — IRCC Work Permit
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html — IRCC processing-time tracker (live)
https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/can — VFS Global Canada VAC Kathmandu (Tridevi Marg)
https://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/india-inde — High Commission of Canada in New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
IRCC fee schedule effective 30 April 2024 (TRV CAD 100, Biometrics CAD 85 single / CAD 170 family, Study Permit CAD 150, Work Permit CAD 155)
Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL) requirement effective 22 January 2024
Cost-of-living proof CAD 20,635/year (≈ NPR 22 lakh) effective 1 January 2024

Fees and rules change — confirm on the official source before you pay or apply.

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