Canada visa requirements for Nigerians; Basic Travel Documents for Nigerians visiting Canada

Facts about Canada Visa for Nigerians

Canada is a country in the northern part of North America. It stretches from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west; to the north lies the Arctic Ocean. It also covers  9.98 million square kilometers (3.85 million square mile area making it the second-largest country by total area. Ottawa is Canada’s capital city while its largest metropolitan cities are Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. Canada is a parliamentary and constitutional democracy, the Elizabeth ll serves as its queen while a prime minister is the chair of the Cabinet and head of government.

The Canadian economy is the tenth-largest in the world. It has a mixed economy system.  Canada is a net exporter of energy having  13th percent of the global oil reserve which makes it the third-largest share after Saudi Arabia and Venezuela.

Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting Canada

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Canadian Visa.

✅ Original passport [current and previous if applicable]. The passport will need to be valid for at least six months beyond your date of return and have at least two blank pages.

✅ Two coloured photographs that meet the general visa photo requirements.

✅ Financial statements (three months’ bank statements, payslips, proof of investments etc.)

✅ Employment proof and payslips.

✅ Income tax returns.

✅ Hotel bookings or accommodation covering the whole duration of the intended stay.

✅ Flight reservation of return or round ticket.

✅ NOC for government employees.
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Retirement letter and pension-related documents.

✅ Marriage certificate, if married.

Types of Canada Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Visitor Visa 2 – 20 weeks 6 months
Business visa 2 – 20 weeks 6 months
Work visa 2 – 20 weeks 6 – 12 months
Student visa 2 – 20 weeks Variable

General Requirements for Canada Visa


  • Original passport [current and previous if applicable]. The passport will need to be valid for at least six months beyond your date of return and have at least two blank pages.
  • Two coloured photographs that meet the general visa photo requirements.
  • Financial statements (three months’ bank statements, payslips, proof of investments etc.)
  • Employment proof and payslips.
  • Income tax returns.
  • Hotel bookings or accommodation covering the whole duration of the intended stay.
  • Flight reservation of return or round ticket.
  • NOC for government employees.
  • Retirement letter and pension-related documents.
  • Marriage certificate, if married.
Related:

Canada Visitor Visa Eligibility & Requirements