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Canada Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Egyptian citizens need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) for Canada - apply online via IRCC and attend biometrics at VFS Global Cairo; fee CAD 100, processing commonly 4-8 weeks.

Guide last updated October 17, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the duration of the intended stay, with at least 1 blank page
  • Completed IRCC online application forms (IMM 5257 and related forms)
  • Digital photo meeting Canadian visa photo specifications
  • Proof of financial support (bank statements, pay slips, sponsorship letter if applicable)
  • Letter explaining purpose and itinerary of the trip
  • Proof of ties to Egypt (employment letter, property, family)
  • Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) at VFS Global Cairo, valid for 10 years once given
  • Travel/health insurance recommended, not mandatory for most visitors

Visa types

  • Single entry visitor visa: for one trip, valid for the authorized stay (commonly up to 6 months)
  • Multiple entry visitor visa: valid up to 10 years or passport expiry, whichever is shorter, allows repeated short visits
  • Super Visa: for parents/grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents, valid up to 10 years with stays up to 5 years at a time
  • Business visitor visa: for short business trips, same application stream as visitor visa with supporting business documents

How to apply

  • Create an account on the IRCC online portal and complete the visitor visa application
  • Upload all required documents, including financial and employment proof
  • Pay the application fee online
  • Attend VFS Global Cairo for biometrics after submitting the online application
  • Track application status through the IRCC secure account; passport is returned via VFS once a decision is made

Fees & processing time

  • Visitor visa application fee: CAD 100 per person
  • Biometrics fee: CAD 85 per applicant
  • VFS Global service and biometrics collection fees apply separately, typically CAD 30-50
  • Standard processing time: commonly 4-8 weeks, but can vary significantly by season and application volume
  • No official express/priority processing for standard visitor visas

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Apply several months ahead of travel dates since processing times fluctuate
  • Common rejection reasons: insufficient proof of funds, weak ties to Egypt, unclear travel purpose, incomplete forms
  • Keep all financial documents recent (within the last 1-3 months) and clearly translated if not in English or French
  • A visitor visa can sometimes be extended from within Canada by applying before it expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.