Facilitation Visa

The Facilitation Visa serves Canadian nationals abroad, particularly in cases managed by Global Affairs Canada (GAC). It provides an alternative for citizens residing overseas who require care and assistance, and in specific situations, the IRCC may issue this visa, allowing entry without a Canadian passport for dual nationality citizens.

 

•  Address exceptional cases for Canadian citizens facing undue hardship.

• Reserved for situations beyond control where regular travel documents are insufficient.

Conditions for Facilitation Visa Issuance:

• Urgent travel with passport constraints.

• Distress situations due to lost documents.

• First-time entry for dual nationals.

• Late application for a Canadian passport by dual nationals.

• Children born in Canada to foreign nationals.

• Citizenship adoption process for children overseas.

Required Documents for Facilitation Visa:

For the Facilitation Visa, you’ll need a valid passport and proof of Canadian citizenship. Also, you’ll have to demonstrate why you cannot use a Canadian passport and provide documentation explaining the emergency prompting your travel. Ensure you can prove you have enough money, and include a declaration letter, photographs, and, if necessary, medical examination forms. Do not forget to include details about your employment or education.

Application Process:

• Submit directly to Canadian consulate or embassy in the country of second citizenship.

• Complete necessary application forms.

• Anticipate a processing period of several days.

• Upon approval, the visa is affixed to the passport.

Fees and Processing Times:

• Fee is typically CAN$100; possible biometrics fee.

• Diplomatic positions may have fee waivers.

• Processing times are brief, and in urgent cases, the visa is processed in a few days.

Validity of Facilitation Visas:

• Tailored to the purpose and duration of the visit.

• Collaboratively determined with the Canadian consulate or embassy.

• Emphasizes flexibility based on the specific circumstance that necessitates travel.

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