Canada visitor visa processing times for Pakistan change regularly. Check the current estimate with IRCC's official processing times tool on canada.ca. The total time includes giving biometrics, the officer's review and, if approved, submitting your passport for the visa. Apply well before any fixed event, and avoid delays by submitting a complete application the first time.
How to check the current time
On canada.ca, open "Check processing times", choose "Visitor visa (from outside Canada)" and select Pakistan. The result is an estimate based on recent applications, not a guarantee.
The stages that add up
- Submit online and pay the CAD 100 visa fee + CAD 85 biometrics fee
- Receive the biometric instruction letter and give biometrics at a visa application centre
- Officer reviews your file (may request more documents)
- If approved, receive the passport request and submit your passport
- Collect your passport with the visa
Common causes of delay
- Missing documents or unreadable scans
- Late biometrics after receiving the instruction letter
- Untranslated documents
- Requests for medical exams or extra information
Planning tips
- Apply as soon as you have an event date, such as a convocation
- Do not book non-refundable flights before the visa is in your passport
- Write a clear letter of explanation to avoid follow-up requests
Frequently asked questions
How long does a Canada visit visa take from Pakistan?
It changes often. Check IRCC's processing times tool on canada.ca for the current estimate.
Can I speed up my Canada visitor visa?
Generally no, except in exceptional urgent circumstances. A complete application avoids delays.
Does the processing time include biometrics?
IRCC's estimate generally assumes you give biometrics promptly. Delays in giving biometrics add to your total time.
How much is the Canada visitor visa fee?
CAD 100 for the visa plus CAD 85 for biometrics per person.
This article is general information for Pakistani applicants, not legal advice. Canadian visa rules are set by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC); confirm current requirements on canada.ca. Decisions are made only by IRCC officers.