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Scheduling an appointment for Biometric Enrolment is optional – walk-in clients are always welcome to submit their biometrics without a prior appointment. Note however that a planned visit with a preferred time slot via an appointment at the Visa Application Centre guarantees prompt service, thus eliminating longer waiting time resulting in inconvenience. You can schedule an appointment at the nearest Visa Application Centre, either through the VAC website or by calling the call center at +966 12 5107805.

Temporary resident visa, study and work permit applicants only need to give biometrics once every 10 years;

• However, permanent residence applicants will need to give biometrics with each application.
• If you have applied for a temporary resident visa, study or work permit in the past and are unsure if the biometrics have been provided, Please refer to the IRCC website (Canada.gc.ca/biometrics), and “Find out if your biometrics are still valid”
• Refer to the IRCC website for a list of visa-required countries for temporary residents: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/entry-requirements-country.html
• For the purposes of biometric collection, nationality is based on the nationality you have declared in question number 6 (*Citizenship) on the IRCC application form.
• Applicants who have submitted an application online to IRCC must present a Biometric Instruction Letter to enrol their biometrics. To find out more about biometrics visit the IRCC website
• Applicants applying in person at a VAC do not need to present a Biometric Instruction Letter.
• Nationals from Europe, Africa and the Middle East and those who are already biometrics required from Asia and the Americas only need to provide biometrics once every 10 years for temporary resident visa, study or work permit applications. However these permanent resident applicants will need to give biometrics regardless of whether they gave biometrics in the past.

Step 1 :

Read complete information on visa/permit requirements on the IRCC website and download the appropriate application forms and checklist relevant to the purpose of your visit. Please refer to the "Visa types" page to obtain details on visas/permits.

Find out if you need to give your biometrics. 

Step 2 :

For your guidance, follow the checklist below as per visa category

• Checklist for Temporary Resident Visa (tourism, friends or family visit, transit or business visit)
• Checklist for Study permit  
• Checklist for Work permit  
• Checklist for Live-in-Caregivers Program 
• Checklist for Permanent residents travel document (PRTD) 

Please note that each applicant (per passport) should fill out the Main application form.

Please make sure to indicate your mobile and email address in the main application form. Failure to include mobile and email address, application may not be accepted.

Print on white, bond-quality, non-glossy paper.

Use of a laser printer is recommended

Important Note: Please inspect your printed application form to confirm that barcodes appear on the last page (page 6 of 6). Insert the barcode sheet on the top of the all forms. The barcodes should appear clear and be free of any distortions smudges or fading otherwise it may slowdown the application process.

If you are unable to provide all the supporting documents as mentioned in the official IRCC document checklist, you are required to fill out and sign the waiver form and attach it with your application form.

Failure to provide a completed and signed waiver form may result in additional delays or refusal of your application for a visa, permit or travel document.

Step 3 :

Read the privacy policy, fill out the VFS consent form and attach it with your application form.

IMPORTANT: If a completed and signed CVAC consent form is not included with the application, we will NOT be able to assist you, and will be obligated to return the application to you.

Step 4 :

Visa and Biometric fee must be paid online by following the instructions on IRCC official website.

Step 5 :

Visit your local Canada Visa Application Centre (CVAC); make sure you bring your passport, photographs, completed forms and all supporting documents as per checklist and IRCC fee and payment instructions. Applicable service charges will be levied. Important Note: If you need to give your biometrics, the CVAC will collect your biometrics at the same time you submit your application. DO NOT submit your application by mail to this CVAC.

Step 6 :

Once you are at CVAC, pay the service charges, hand your complete application and obtain a receipt. This receipt contains your unique tracking number which you will need to track the progress of your application online.

Important Note: If you need to provide biometrics, your $85 CAD biometric fee covers the CVAC service charge for application handling.

OR,

You can mail your Application

Note: You may need to give your fingerprints and photos (biometrics) at a Visa Application Centre when you apply for a visitor visa, study or work permit, or permanent residence. Visit Canada.gc.ca/biometrics for more information

Find out if you need to give your biometrics.

Important Note: If you need to give your biometrics, DO NOT submit your application by mail to this CVAC. You must submit your application in person. The CVAC will collect your biometrics at the same time you submit your application.

Note for Permanent Resident Applicants and Online Applicants: If you are a Permanent Resident applicant or a Temporary Resident applicant who has submitted their application online, you can submit your biometrics ONLY when you have received a Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL) from IRCC. You cannot give your biometrics unless you have received this letter.

Step 1:

Read complete information on visa/permit requirements on the IRCC website and download the appropriate application forms and checklist relevant to the purpose of your visit. Please refer to the "Visa types" page to obtain details on visas/permits.

Step 2:

For your guidance, follow the checklist below as per visa category

• Checklist for temporary resident visa (tourism, friends or family visit, transit or business visit) 
• Checklist for Study permit  
• Checklist for Work permit  
• Checklist for Live-in-Caregivers Program 
• Checklist for Permanent residents travel document (PRTD) 

Please note that each applicant (per passport) should fill out the Main application form, family information form and supplementary form.

Forms (Including the barcoded sheets) are to be printed on a white, bond quality, non-glossy paper, using a laser printer is recommended.

Important Note: Please inspect your printed form to confirm that barcodes appear on the last page (page 5 of 5). Insert the barcode sheet on the top of the all forms. The barcodes should appear clear and be free of any distortions smudges or fading or it may slowdown the application process.

If you are unable to provide all the supporting documents as mentioned in the official IRCC document checklist, you are required to fill out and sign the waiver form and attach it with your application form.

Failure to provide a completed and signed waiver form may result in additional delays or refusal of your application for a visa, permit or travel document.

Step 3:

Mandatory requirement: Applicants are advised to read the Privacy Policy; complete and sign the VFS consent form,and attach it with the IRCC application form and other supporting documents.
IMPORTANT: If a completed and signed CVAC consent form is not included with the application, we will NOT be able to assist you, and will be obligated to return the application to you.

Step 4:

pay your visa fee and biometric fee online, please follow the instructions on the Canadian Visa Office website

Step 5:

Pay required CVAC Service Charge as per the Service Charge Schedule provided on the CVAC Website.

Bank draft VFS service charge

1. VFS service charge to be paid via demand draft only and the same should be in Saudi Riyal Only (SAR).
2. Demand draft must be addressed to “Al Etimad Modern Business Solutions CO. Ltd’’ Make sure no prefix is added.
3. Demand Draft should only be taken from the Banks & not any other exchange companies.
4. We do not accept personal or company cheques.
5. Bank drafts must be valid for at least six (6) months from the date of issuance.
6. Please ensure that the bank does not forward your bank draft to this office.
7. Pay the exact fee for your application

Step 6 :

Arrange forms and documents according to the checklist.

Step 7 :

Complete and sign the CVAC Mail-in Application Checklist, make sure you include it along with the application(s).

Step 8 :

Decide how you want your documents to be returned to you.

Document collection or delivery after processing of your application by the Canadian Visa Office:

1. If you have opted for collection of your documents in person or through an authorised representative, you will receive an email notification advising you to collect your documents from the CVAC.
2. If you have opted for return of documents through courier or through a self-addressed prepaid envelope, the CVAC shall courier the documents upon receipt from the Canadian Visa Office. Please be sure to include a pre-paid mailer with Priority or Express Mail service (Aramex) in your application with your name and address on it.

Step 9 :

Visit Aramex courier branch. In order to receive your passports by Aramex courier, you must include either:

1. A self-addressed pre-paid Aramex airway bill with the following information clearly written:

Receiver information:

1. Your complete name
2. Your complete physical address (NO P.O. BOX)
3. Your Email Address
4. Your phone number (country code + area code + phone number)
5. Alternative contact information (country code + area code + phone number), if applicable

Shipper information:

Canada Visa Application Centre, 2591, Makkah Road, Al Hada, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Tel: 00966 11 5204872.

OR

1. A self-addressed (C4 or C5 sized) envelope with the following information clearly written or typed at the back of the envelope:

• Your complete name
• Your complete physical address (NO P.O. BOX)
• Your Email Address
• Your phone number (country code + area code + phone number)
• Alternative contact information (country code + area code + phone number), if applicable

We will only return passports through Aramex. Self-addressed airway bills from other courier companies will not be used and will be returned.

Step 10 :

Mail or courier your completed and signed application forms, checklists, consent form, along with your original passport, photographs, online payment slip for Canada visa fee, bank draft for VFS service charges and courier fee receipt in a sealed envelope to Canada Visa Application Centre, The envelope should be addressed to:

Canada Visa Application Centre,

2591, Makkah Road, Al Hada , Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Tel: 00966 11 5204872.

Step 11 :

Track your delivery with the postal or courier company used to submit your application(s) to the CVAC.

Step 12 :

You will receive an email notification containing your application tracking ID from the CVAC within 2 working days of receipt of your application.

AFTER SUBMISSION

Once you deposit your application at the Canada Visa Application Centre (CVAC), the CVAC staff will perform a completeness check based on IRCC requirements and will then submit your application on your behalf on the following business day.

Once the Canadian Visa Office has assessed your application they will make a decision and affix a visa counterfoil in your passport or otherwise issue you with a letter explaining why a visa could not be granted.

The Canadian Visa Office will then securely return your passport to the CVAC who will inform you via your preferred method of communication. An update will also be provided on the Online Application Tracking System, that your passport is ready to be returned. You may then come to the CVAC to retrieve your passport.

The status of your application can easily be tracked by clicking on the “Track Your Application” tab on the left of this page.

To retrieve your passport, you have the choice of;

1. Picking up the passport in person or through an authorised representative at the CVAC or;
2. Requesting return of passport by courier or;
3. Sending a prepaid self-addressed courier return envelope along with your passport and request letter

Please note that there will be a Service Charge for the above services. Courier charges where applicable are separate from the Service Charge applicable for Passport Transmission Services. The details can be obtained here.

if you are retrieving your passport in person, you must bring with you:

1. The application checklist provided to you by VFS Global when you deposited your application at the Canada Visa Application Centre
2. Your original National ID card or other official proof of identification containing a photograph
3. A copy of your photographic ID

Location

RIYADH

Address:

Canada Visa Application Centre

2591, Makkah Road, Al Hada , Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

JEDDAH

Address:

Canada Visa Application Centre

TasHeel Commercial Center, Ground Floor,
Suwaid Bin Sakher Street,
Off Jundub Bin Kaab Street (Off Prince Sultan Street),
Al Mohammadiya District 1, Jeddah.

Al Khobar

Address:

Canada Visa Application Centre,

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