This post is about my experience applying for Canada VISA in the United States as a student.

Why do I want to apply for the Canada VISA?

To be honest, the Europe trip at the end of 2022 redefined the meaning of travel. Travel is no longer just for fun; it can also broaden my knowledge and horizons. As a result, to find my interest field. Since Canada is close to the U.S., I hope to take advantage of this opportunity.

Application Procedure

The application process for a Canada VISA in the United States is similar to that for a Schengen visa. Fill out the application form, collect fingerprints, and wait for the result. However, applicants can collect their fingerprints through the local USCIS, which has more branches than VFS services. And you can mail your passport to VFS. Well, much more convenient.

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The General Process:

  1. Prepare documents + submit the application

    • Application Fee: CA$185
  2. Wait for the biometric collection request

  3. Wait for the Original Passport Request Letter, and mail the passport.

    • VFS $23.30 USD Package Transmission Fee
  4. Wait for the passport to be sent back.

Here is my application timeline:

| Jan. 01, 2023 Submitted application

| Jan. 02, 2023 Received biometric collection request

| Jan. 03, 2023 Finished biometric collection procedure

| Jan. 06, 2023 Received Original Passport Request Letter Message

| Jan. 10, 2023 Passport mailed

| Jan. 11, 2023 Passport arrived VAC

| Jan. 13, 2023 Passport was dispatched to the IRCC

| Jan. 17, 2023 IRRC received the passport and completed the process in 2 hours

| Jan. 18, 2023 VAC received the passport and sent it back to me

| Jan. 19, 2023 I received the passport

Overall, I would say it is a pretty smooth application experience.

If you need more information about the application process, please refer to this post from AIRTICKETNA. (The post is written in Chinese)