Canada Visa for Iraqis

Iraqi travellers need a Visitor Visa to enter Canada; the application is online with biometrics and can take a long time. Prepare your documents and apply very early; we help arrange your flights on RideFly.

Price and processing time

• The type we issue: Tourist
• Price: 650,000 IQD per traveller — same price for adults, children and infants
• Processing time: 20 working days
• Permitted stay: 10 days
• If rejected: the fee is not refunded

This is the only type we issue through RideFly.

What we need from you

• Travel Insurance
• Personal Photo ( high quality scan )
• White Background Photograph
• Translated Employment Confirmation Letter in English Stating the Salary in Dollars
• Bank Statement for the Last 6 Months
• Health Insurance
• Airline Ticket
• Hotel Reservation
• Nationality ID
• Date of Travel

Important rules before you apply

• Bank statement covering the last six months.
• Interviews are held in Erbil.

Visa requirements

• Valid passport
• Online form & fee
• Bank statement & proof of work/income
• Invitation or clear purpose & itinerary
• Biometrics at a visa centre

Tips

• Apply well ahead of travel.
• Provide clear finances showing means and intent to return.
• Book the biometrics appointment early.

Flights from Iraq to Canada

• Baghdad – Toronto flights — 14+ hours (via transit) · transit flights · Turkish Airlines, Qatar/Emirates (transit)
• Baghdad – Montreal flights — 14+ hours (via transit) · transit flights · Turkish Airlines, Qatar/Emirates (transit)

Cities in Canada

• Toronto — Toronto, Canada's largest city and economic hub, is a notable destination for Iraqis given a large community, and for study, business and visits with its cultural diversity and modern landmarks.
• Montreal — Montreal, a French-speaking Canadian city in Quebec, is an Iraqi destination for study and visits with a community, its European character, festivals and universities.

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