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How to apply for Canada Visa from Kuwait

ByEbaa ShahoudUpdated30 January 2025 - 4:13pm

You can apply for Canada visa from Kuwait through the service provided by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, by the following link listed below:

Website:

https://www.canada.ca

How to Apply for Canada Visa from Kuwait

Here are the steps to apply for Canada visa from Kuwait:

Go to IRCC portal “from here”.
Sign in to your existing account or create a new one.

Applying for a Canada Visa from Kuwait

Select the type of visa you wish to apply for.
Provide all the necessary information to complete the application.
Pay the required fees through the available payment methods.
Visit Canada visa center in Kuwait after submitting an appointment online.

How to Book an Appointment for Canada Visa from Kuwait

You can book an appointment for Canada visa from Kuwait, by following these steps:

Go to VFS Global portal for the appointment booking “from here”.
Login using your account or register for a new user
Click on “Continue”.

How to Book an Appointment for Canada Visa

Continue with the appointment scheduling.
Upload the required documents.
Pay the needed fees for the service.
Go to the visa center on the date of your appointment.
Complete the process for Canada visa.
Collect your Canada visa when it’s ready.

Canada Visa Requirements from Kuwait

The table below shows the requirements for Canada visa from Kuwait:

Visa Category	Visa Requirements
Visitor Visa	Possess a valid travel document, such as a passport. Be in good health. Have no criminal record or immigration-related offenses. Convince an immigration officer that you have strong ties—such as a job, home, financial assets, or family—that will ensure your return to your home country. Demonstrate to an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit. Have sufficient funds for your stay, with the required amount depending on your length of stay and whether you will stay in a hotel or with friends or relatives. You may also be required to undergo a medical examination and provide a letter of invitation from a resident of Canada. Some individuals are considered inadmissible to Canada, meaning they are not permitted entry. Reasons for inadmissibility may include involvement in: Criminal activity. Human rights violations. Organized crime. Additionally, inadmissibility can result from security, health, or financial concerns.
Super Visa (Parents and Grandparents)	Your child or grandchild must be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a registered Indian. Provide a copy of one of the following: Their Canadian citizenship document (and that of their spouse or common-law partner, if applicable). Their permanent resident document (and that of their spouse or common-law partner, if applicable). A Secure Certificate of Indian Status or Certificate of Indian Status (status card). Be at least 18 years old and reside in Canada. Meet or exceed the minimum necessary income. Sign an invitation letter promising financial support for your visit. Their spouse or common-law partner may co-sign if they are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Include a list of family members (with names and birth dates) used to calculate the minimum income requirement. You must apply for a super visa while outside Canada. Wait for visa office instructions to get your visa printed at an office outside Canada. Be eligible to enter Canada. Undergo an immigration medical exam. Meet additional conditions as required. Provide proof of health insurance from: A Canadian insurance company. An approved foreign insurance company (details to be provided in the future). The health insurance policy must: Be valid for at least one year from the entry date. Be fully paid or have an installment plan with a deposit (quotes are not accepted). Cover healthcare, hospitalization, and repatriation. Offer a minimum of $100,000 in emergency coverage.
Business Visitor Visa	You must intend to stay for less than 6 months. You do not plan to enter the Canadian labor market. Your main place of business, source of income, and profits must be outside Canada. You must have documents to support your application. You must meet Canada’s basic entry requirements, which include: Having a valid travel document, such as a passport. Having sufficient funds for your stay and return home. Planning to leave Canada at the end of your visit. Not posing a criminal, security, or health risk to Canadians. If you plan to stay for more than 6 months or work in Canada, you may be considered a temporary worker and need to apply for a work permit. Permitted activities as a business visitor include: Purchasing Canadian goods or services for a foreign business or government. Receiving orders for goods or services. Attending meetings, conferences, conventions, or trade fairs. Providing after-sales service under a warranty or sales agreement. Receiving training from a Canadian parent company you work for outside Canada. Training employees of a Canadian branch of a foreign company. Being trained by a Canadian company that sold you equipment or services.

Canada Visa Fees from Kuwait

Here are the fees required for Canada visa from Kuwait:

Visa Category	Visa Fees
Visitor visa – Single or multiple entry temporary resident visa	21.38 KWD
Visitor visa – 1 fee per family of 5 or more people	106.88 KWD
Extend your stay as a visitor	21.38 KWD
Restore your status as a visitor – Visa fee not needed	51.25 KWD

Questions & Answers

What are the fees for a Canada visa from Kuwait?

Fees vary, including 21.38 KWD for a visitor visa, 106.88 KWD for family visas, 21.38 KWD for extensions, and 51.25 KWD for restoring visitor status.

What is the process for applying for a Canada visa from Kuwait?

Apply online through IRCC, complete the application, pay fees, and schedule an appointment at the visa center in Kuwait for biometric submission and document verification.

What are the requirements for a visitor visa to Canada from Kuwait?

You need a valid passport, proof of good health, no criminal record, financial proof, strong home country ties, and may need a medical exam or invitation letter.

What is a Canada Super Visa from Kuwait, and who can apply?

A Super Visa is for parents or grandparents of Canadian residents. Applicants need proof of sponsorship, financial support, medical insurance, and must meet income and health requirements.

Who qualifies for a business visitor visa to Canada from Kuwait?

Business visitors must stay under six months, not work in Canada, have business outside Canada, provide documents, meet entry requirements, and prove financial stability.