Understanding Canada visa processing times helps you plan your travel. This guide covers current processing times for all visa types in 2026.
Standard Processing Times 2026
- Tourist/Visitor Visa: 15-30 working days after biometrics. Check tourist visa and visitor visa pages.
- Business Visa: 15-30 working days. See business visa processing.
- Student Visa: 4-8 weeks. Student visa may take longer.
- Super Visa: 15-30 working days. Super Visa processing details.
- Transit Visa: 10-15 working days. Transit visa is faster.
- ETA: Minutes to 72 hours. ETA is instant for most.
Factors Affecting Processing Time
- Application completeness - incomplete apps take longer
- Peak seasons (summer, holidays) - add 1-2 weeks buffer
- Individual circumstances - complex cases may take longer
- IRCC workload - varies by time of year
How to Speed Up Processing
- Submit complete application with all documents
- Ensure all information is accurate and consistent
- Respond quickly to any IRCC requests
- Apply during off-peak seasons if possible
Processing Time by City
Processing time is similar across all VFS centers (Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad). The difference is mainly in appointment availability and courier time.
Tracking Your Application
Track your application through IRCC online portal using your application number. You'll receive email updates on status changes.
Processing Time Services
- Canada Tourist Visa - 15-30 days processing
- Canada Business Visa - Business travel processing
- Canada Student Visa - 4-8 weeks processing
- Canada Visa Consultation - Processing time estimates
