Important Guidelines for Overseas Pakistanis

1. Applicants having Pakistani ID (Valid or expired) of their own or immediate family members may apply in "FAMILY VISIT" category by uploading the relevant documents (CNIC/NICOP/POC/Marriage Certificate/Birth Certificate/Driving Licence). Those not having any Pakistani ID may apply in appropriate category.
2. In the type of passport, "ORDINARY" may be selected.
3. Parental consent for Minors (under 18) signed by both the parents and attested by Notary Public or Oath Commissioner or Pakistan Consulate is mandatory.
4. After submission of visa application, "REVIEW" tab on the visa portal may be checked frequently to respond to any query immediately as application will be automatically cancelled by the system if not responded within 07 days.
5. Visa processing time is 07 To 10 Working Days and air tickets may not be booked before obtaining the visa.
6. Visa Fee is non-refundable in all cases.

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Visitor Visa

Following Documents need to be uploaded:

1. Passport size coloured photograph with white background.
2. Copy of Canadian Passport. Validity of Passport must be over six months
3. Copy of CNIC / NICOP/Pakistani Passport in case of Pakistan origin.
4. PR Card Copy.
5. Proof of income in Canada. Job letter along with 2 most recent paystubs.
6. Invitation letter printed on Government of Pakistan stamp paper (Affidavit), duly signed by the host/sponsor in Pakistan along with copy of host/sponsor’s CNIC / NICOP, Pakistan passport. (Original invitation letter can be requested from the applicant if called for personal interview).
7. Copy of recent Utility bill of the applicant (Canada) and copy of utility bill of sponsor (from Pakistan) as proof of residence.

Note:

In case of Canadians of Pakistan origin (having expired NICOP/NIC/Pakistani Passport) the above requirements iv, v, vi & vii do not apply.

Processing Time:

Generally, it takes 7 business days for processing of visas for Canadians of Pakistan origin. You are advised not to submit incomplete application to save time and avoid unnecessary hassle. In certain cases, the visa processing may take longer time.

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Visa for Child under the age of Eighteen

Following Documents need to be uploaded:

1. Passport size coloured photograph with white background.
2. Copy of Canadian Passport. Validity of Passport must be over six months.
3. Copy of parents' CNIC / NICOP / Pakistani Passport.
4. Long Form of Birth Certificate for children born in Canada.
5. A consent letter to the travel of the child which shall be signed by both parents and must be notarized.
6. In case of single parents, custody papers issued by court as well as divorce deed need to be uploaded with the visa application.
7. If one of the parent is travelling and the child is in Canada, two separate notarized consent letters from both the parents must be uploaded with the visa application form.

Processing Time:

Generally, it takes 7 business days for processing of visas for child whose parents (one or both) are of Pakistan origin. You are advised not to submit incomplete application to save time and avoid unnecessary hassle.

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Visa for spouses of Canadians of Pakistan origin

Following Documents need to be uploaded:

1. Passport size coloured photograph with white background.
2. Copy of Canadian Passport. Validity of Passport must be over six months.
3. Copy of CNIC/NICOP/Pakistani Passport of Spouse.
4. Marriage certificate issued by the Canadian Government. In case the marriage is solemnized in Pakistan then copy of Nikah Nama registered with Union/District Council.

Processing Time:

Generally, it takes 07 working days for processing this category of visas. You are advised not to submit incomplete application to save time and avoid unnecessary hassle.

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Business Visa

Following Documents need to be uploaded:

1. Passport size coloured photograph with white background.
2. Copy of Canadian Passport. Validity of Passport must be over six months.
3. Details of business and a letter of invitation from the host/Associate Company/Organization in Pakistan attested by the Chamber of Commerce.
4. A letter of introduction from the employer in Canada attested by the Chamber of Commerce.
5. Proof of income in Canada. Job letter along with 2 most recent paystubs.

Processing Time:

Generally, it takes 7 business days for processing of business visas. You are advised not to submit incomplete applicaton to save time and avoid unnecessary hassle.

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Journalist Visa

Following Documents need to be uploaded:

1. Passport size coloured photograph with white background.
2. Copy of Canadian Passport. Validity of Passport must be over six month.
3. Letter from employer detailing the purpose of the visit.
4. Brief summary of the assignment to be undertaken in Pakistan.
5. Details of places to be visited in Pakistan.

Processing Time:

All Journalist visas are processed through the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Pakistan. A definite timeline for approval is not possible.

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Visa for NGOs

Following Documents need to be uploaded:

1. Passport size coloured photograph with white background.
2. Copy of Canadian Passport. Validity of Passport must be over six months.
3. Introductory letter from employer in Canada and the purpose of the visit.
4. Invitation letter from host NGO in Pakistan along with a copy of their valid contract / registration with the Government of Pakistan.

Processing Time:

A definite timeline for approval is not possible.

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Student Visa

Following Documents need to be uploaded:

1. Passport size coloured photographs with white background.
2. Copy of Canadian Passport. Validity of Passport must be over six months
3. Proof of admission in an academic institution in Pakistan.
4. NOC from the Ministry of Education / Economic Affair Division, Government of Pakistan.
5. Police Clearance Certificate from home country.

Processing Time:

A definite timeline for approval is not possible.

Note:

Visa fee is non-refundable in all cases.

For queries related to visa matters, please contact us through our following email:pareptoronto.visa@gmail.com