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Canada
Thai passport holders generally need a visitor visa (Temporary Resident Visa) to travel to Canada. Applications are submitted online through the IRCC portal and biometrics may be required. Processing times vary, so apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
Required Documents
- ✓Valid passport (6+ months beyond intended stay)
- ✓Completed application forms (IMM 5257, IMM 5645)
- ✓Passport-size photographs meeting Canadian specifications
- ✓Proof of financial support (bank statements, employment letter)
- ✓Flight itinerary showing entry and exit from Canada
- ✓Purpose of travel letter or invitation
- ✓Evidence of ties to home country (employment, property, family)
- ✓Biometrics when instructed
Guidance before you apply or travel
Check the live processing-time tool on the IRCC website rather than relying on fixed estimates
Submit the same passport details consistently across all forms
A proposed itinerary should match your stated purpose and available funds
Biometrics appointment may take time to schedule — book early
Show strong ties to Thailand to demonstrate you will return after your visit
How to apply — step by step
- 1
Create an account on the IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) portal and start a Temporary Resident Visa application
- 2
Complete all required forms online — including IMM 5257 (application form) and IMM 5645 (family information)
- 3
Upload supporting documents: passport scan, photographs meeting Canadian specifications, bank statements, employment letter, flight itinerary, and purpose of travel letter
- 4
Pay the visa processing fee (CAD 100) and biometrics fee (CAD 85) online
- 5
Receive a biometric instruction letter and book your appointment at the Visa Application Centre (VFS Global in Bangkok)
- 6
Attend your biometric appointment to provide fingerprints and a photograph
- 7
Wait for processing — check the IRCC processing-time tool for current estimates; submit your passport when instructed if a visa counterfoil is required
Common mistakes to avoid
Inconsistent information across forms — names, dates, and passport numbers must match exactly
Insufficient proof of funds — Canada requires evidence that you can support yourself during your stay and return home
Weak demonstration of ties to your home country — the officer must be satisfied you will leave Canada at the end of your visit
Submitting a proposed itinerary that doesn't align with your stated purpose or available funds
Delaying the biometrics appointment — wait times for VFS appointments can be long during peak season
Embassy & application centre
Canada visa applications for Thai nationals are submitted online through the IRCC portal. Biometric enrollment is handled by VFS Global in Bangkok (The Trendy Office Building, Sukhumvit Soi 13). The Canadian Embassy in Bangkok does not accept walk-in visa applications.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a Canadian visitor visa take to process?
Processing times vary and depend on the visa office and time of year. Check the IRCC processing-time tool on the official website for the most current estimate — it is updated weekly.
Do I need biometrics for a Canadian visa?
Most visitor visa applicants from Thailand are required to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photograph). You will receive a Biometric Instruction Letter after submitting your application — book your appointment promptly.
Can I visit the US from Canada on a Canadian visitor visa?
A Canadian visitor visa does not grant entry to the United States. You would need to apply for a US visa separately. However, if you are from a Visa Waiver Program country, you can use ESTA to visit the US.
What if my Canadian visa application is refused?
You will receive a refusal letter with the reasons. You can reapply at any time with additional evidence addressing the concerns raised. There is no formal appeal for visitor visa refusals from outside Canada.
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Requirements, fees and processing times can change. Always follow the current checklist from the authority handling your application.
Last reviewed: August 2026
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