One of the questions I often get asked is: how much is Canada visa fee in Nigeria?
While the thought of traveling or relocating to Canada can be exciting, the cost of visa fees for Canada is critical. These fees apply regardless of nationality or country of origin, and they vary depending on what type of visa you are applying for.
The following are the key visa fees for Canada:
- Study permit: CAD 150 (₦ 83,551)
- Study permit with biometric: CAD 235 (₦ 130,896)
- Visitor visa: CAD 100 (₦ 55,700)
- Visitor visa with biometric: CAD 185 (₦ 103,046)
- Open Work permit: CAD 150 (₦ 83,551)
- Open work permit with biometric: CAD 235 (₦ 130,896)
- Work permit: CAD 255 (₦ 125,303)
- Right of permanent residence fee: CAD 490 (₦ 272,943)
- Permanent resident card fee: CAD 50 (₦ 27,845)
In this article, I will explain the ultimate question: How much does a Canada visa cost? I will also show you how long it takes to process a Canada visa.
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How Much is Canada Visa Fee?
Now, let’s look at how much a Canada visa costs in Nigeria for different categories of visas. To calculate the visa fees, I would use the Canadian Dollar (CAD) to CBN rates, which, at the time of compiling this information, was worth 556.71 Naira.
#1. Canada Visitor Visa Fee (Temporary Resident Visa)
This table contains the Canada Visitor Visa fees in Naira.
| Fees | $CAN | NGN |
|---|---|---|
Visitor visa (including super visa) – per person Single or multiple entry temporary resident visa | 100 | ₦83,551 |
Visitor visa – per family (1 fee per family of 5 or more people) Single or multiple entry temporary resident visa; maximum fee for a family of five (5) or more people applying at the same time and place | 500 | ₦278,435 |
Note:
To be eligible to pay the maximum fee of $500 (in Canadian dollars):
- family members must all apply at the same time and in the same place.
- Your children must qualify as dependants.
Nigerian Citizens have to give their biometrics (fingerprints and photographs) when they apply for a visitor visa. Here are the costs below.
| Fees | $CAN | NGN |
|---|---|---|
| Biometrics – per person | 85 | ₦47,327 |
| Biometrics – per family (2 or more people) Maximum fee for a family of two (2) or more people applying at the same time and place | 170 | ₦94,656 |
#2. Canada Student Visa Fee
This table contains the Canada Student Visa fees in Naira.
| Fees | $CAN | NGN |
|---|---|---|
| Study permit (including extensions) – per person | 150 | ₦83,520 |
Nigerian citizens have to give their biometrics (fingerprints and photographs) when they apply for a study permit. See the cost below.
| Fees | $CAN | NGN |
|---|---|---|
| Biometrics – per person | 85 | ₦47,327 |
| Biometrics – per family (2 or more people) Maximum fee for a family of two (2) or more people applying at the same time and place | 170 | ₦94,656 |
#3. Canada Work Visa Fee
This table contains the Canada Work Permit fees in Naira.
| Fees | $CAN | NGN |
|---|---|---|
| Work permit (including extensions) – per person | 155 | ₦86,312 |
| Work permit (including extensions) – per group (3 or more performing artists) Maximum fee for a group of three (3) or more performing artists applying at the same time and place | 465 | ₦258,939 |
| Open work permit holder | 100 | ₦55,686 |
Notes:
Work permit maximum group fee: To qualify, you must be a group of three or more performing artists and their staff and apply at the same time and place.
Citizens of Nigeria have to give their biometrics (fingerprints and photographs) when they apply for a work permit. Find out the biometric cost below.
| Fees | $CAN | NGN |
|---|---|---|
| Biometrics – per person | 85 | ₦47,327 |
| Biometrics – per family (2 or more people) Maximum fee for a family of two (2) or more people applying at the same time and place | 170 | ₦94,656 |
| Biometrics – per group (3 or more performing artists) Maximum fee for a group of three (3) or more performing artists applying at the same time and place | 255 | ₦141,985 |
#4. Canada Permanent Residence visa fee (Express Entry)
The cost of permanent residence varies from program to program and is determined by the immigration stream you are applying for.
You should note that once your application is approved, you will be asked to pay the Right of Permanent Residence fee (RPRF), which is a separate fee that must be paid by all approved applicants, regardless of whatever program they apply under.
I suggest you pay the RPRF along with your application fees to avoid delays in the application process.
| Fees | $CAN |
|---|---|
| Right of permanent residence fee | 515 (₦286,755) |
How do I pay the Canada visa fee in Nigeria?
Having understood how much the Canada visa fee in Nigeria, a major question that comes to mind is how or where to pay the Canada visa fee.
You can make payment using any of the methods below:
#1. Online Payment via the IRCC website
If you are looking to pay your visa fee using the online method, you should pay it directly through the online application (e-app) or payment platform, where you can use your debit or credit card to pay the equivalent in Naira. This is the only way you can pay for your visa fee when applying online.
Remember that you must use a Master’s or a Visa card; if you do not have either of these cards or trust no one to do it for you, consider using another method below.
#2. Pay at the Canadian Visa Application Center
You can pay at the Visa Application Centre (VAC) in Lagos and Abuja only. The centre charges a fee for services that help you apply.
Don’t forget to go to their office with all the required documents to apply and pay for the application. They are open between Monday to Friday from 8 am-3 pm.
Canada Visa Application Center, Abuja & Lagos
You can visit a Canada Visa in Nigeria at the Canadian embassy’s two Visa Application Centers (VACs) to make your payments. They are
Abuja Address
Visa Application Centre
Abuja- Visa Application Centre Sterling Bank Plaza, 3rd Floor Plot No 1083, Mohammadu Buhari Way, Central Business District Abuja Nigeria.
Lagos Address
Visa Application Centre
Visa Application Centre Ground Floor, The Manor Plot 110, Admiral Ayinla Way, Lekki Phase 1 Lagos Nigeria.
How long does it take to get a Canadian visa from Nigeria?
The processing time for Canadian visas can vary depending on the type of application submitted, the volume of applications received by IRCC and whether the application is complete.
Generally, the fastest processing time for Canada visa is 30 to 60 days assuming you apply for a tourist or visit visa.
The Canada work permit visa processing can take 90 days. While the Canada students visa processing times can take up to four months. A permit Super visa might take up to 108 days to process.
The processing time for all types of economic visas is approximately six months. Self-employed visas can be processed for up to 35 months. Skilled workers can wait 14 months for a visa. The average spousal sponsorship processing time is about 13 to 17 months.