Canada Visa for Indians: Fees in 2026 (Visitor, Study and Work)

For most Indians, a Canada visitor visa costs CAD 100 plus CAD 85 for biometrics, about CAD 185 per adult. A family of five or more applying together pays a maximum visa fee of $500, and biometrics are capped at $170 per family. Study and work permits cost more, and centre service charges are paid separately. earnestimmigration

In this guide: Visitor visa fee · Biometrics · Study and work permit fees · Extension fees · Extra costs · Paying · Refunds · Ways to save · Checklist · Mistakes · FAQs

Canada Visitor Visa Fee for Indians

If you’re visiting for tourism, family, business meetings or short courses, you need a visitor visa, officially a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). A visitor visa for single or multiple entries costs $100 per person, and a family of 5 or more applying at the same time pays $500. The fee is the same for every nationality that needs this visa. India is among the visa-required countries. canadim

Canada Biometrics Fee

Most Indian applicants must give fingerprints and a photo. The biometrics fee is $85 per individual, with a family maximum of $170 when two or more eligible family members apply at the same time. The good news is that temporary residence applicants only need to give biometrics once every 10 years. If you’ve done them recently, check whether you need to repeat them. legalclaritycanadim

Fee Summary for Indian Applicants

Work permits cost $155 per person and study permits $150 per person. An extension costs $100 for visitors, $150 for study permits and $155 for work permits. Review the full list on the official IRCC fee page before paying. canadimlegalclarity

Example: What a Family Really Pays

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  One adult: CAD 100 visa + CAD 85 biometrics = CAD 185

• Two adults: CAD 200 visa + CAD 170 biometrics = CAD 370

• Family of five: CAD 500 visa + CAD 170 biometrics = CAD 670

These are government fees only. Service charges and extras come on top.

What Other Costs Should You Plan For?

• Visa application centre charges: Service and appointment fees vary by centre, such as Ahmedabad, Mumbai or Pune. Find yours on the official centre list.

• Optional extras: Courier delivery and SMS updates cost more.

• Photos and copies: Printing, passport photos and scans.

• Medical exam: Only if IRCC asks for one.

• Translations and attestation: If your documents aren’t in English or French.

• Travel insurance and bookings: Not mandatory for the application, but part of your trip budget.

IRCC fees are paid in Canadian dollars by card, so check the exchange rate on the day you pay.

How to Pay the Canada Visa Fee

You pay online while you apply through your IRCC account. At the end, save a PDF copy of the IRCC official receipt. Keep it safe. You’ll also receive biometrics instructions after paying. See the biometrics page for details. canada

Are Canada Visa Fees Refundable?

No. Processing fees are non-refundable regardless of the outcome, and fees are subject to change without notice. If your application is refused, you pay again to reapply, so check your documents carefully before you submit. canada

Do Indians Pay Less With an eTA?

No. The eTA costs less, at CAD 7, but it is only for eligible nationalities. India requires a TRV with no eTA option. Don’t pay third-party sites that sell an “eTA” to Indian applicants. moving2canada

Smart Ways to Save Money

• Apply as a family. The 5-person visa cap and the biometrics cap lower the cost per person.

• Check biometrics validity. If yours are under 10 years old, you may not need to pay again.

• Get documents right the first time. A refusal means paying again.

• Apply early. It helps you avoid rushed extras.

• Use official sites. You don’t need an agent to pay IRCC fees.

• Keep bookings refundable. Wait for approval before non-refundable travel.

Final Checklist

• Visa type: Visitor visa, study permit or work permit chosen

• Fees: Checked on the official IRCC fee page

• Biometrics: Checked if still valid, or fee paid

• Family cap: Considered if applying together

• Centre charges: Confirmed for your city

• Payment: Card ready, receipt saved

• Documents: Complete before you submit

• Source: Applied and paid only through the official IRCC site

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using fee lists from 2024 or earlier

• Forgetting the biometrics fee

• Paying lookalike sites instead of IRCC

• Not applying together to get the family cap

• Assuming fees are refundable if the visa is refused

• Ignoring centre service charges

• Paying for an eTA that Indians can’t use

• Submitting an incomplete application and paying twice

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Canada visa fee for Indians?
CAD 100 for the visitor visa, plus CAD 85 for biometrics. Confirm on the official IRCC page.

How much is the Canada visa in rupees?
It depends on the exchange rate on the day you pay. Use a live currency converter, and add centre charges.

Is there a family fee?
Yes. A family of five or more pays a maximum CAD 500 visa fee, and biometrics are capped at CAD 170 for two or more people.

Are biometrics paid every time?
No. Biometrics are generally valid for 10 years.

How much is the Canada study permit?
CAD 150, plus biometrics if required.

How much is the Canada work permit?
CAD 155, plus biometrics if required. Open work permits carry an extra CAD 100 fee.

Are fees refundable?
No, not if your application is refused.

Do fees change?
Yes, IRCC can change them without notice, so always check before paying.

Need Help With Your Canada Visa Application?

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