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How to Apply for a Canada Visit Visa from Kuwait

According to a recent survey by InterNations , which have ranked 65 countries for the friendliest destinations for expats, Canada landed on the tenth spot.

In one of our previous posts, we have shared with you the steps and important tips on how to apply for visit visa for your trip to the US . If you are an OFW and are planning to visit your family or relatives in Canada (which is very common for us Filipinos) you will need to secure a visit visa first. Here’s how:

Requirements

Applying for a canada visit visa from kuwait.

Applying for a Canada Visit Visa can be done online or by mail. But since we want to help you take the more convenient route, we will share with you the basic requirements and steps on how to apply for a Canada Visit Visa online.

• Your original and valid passport
• Your flight and travel itinerary to Canada
• A letter of invitation to visit from family or relatives residing in Canada
• A copy of your recent Police Clearance, or any document to prove that you do not have any outstanding criminal record or immigration-related violations
• Your travel history documents (previous passports and visas during the last 10 years)
• Proof of medical examination
• Copies of your recent passport size photographs
• Provide your Family Information document [Form IMM5645] as part of your Immigration record.
• The amount of funds in your bank account should meet all the required expenses you will need for your stay in Canada and if you will be staying in a hotel or with your family or friends.
• Other supporting documents to prove financial capacity may include a letter of employment, proof of assets or business, tax reports, declarations, and statements, as well as a letter from your sponsor which could either be a person or an institution (who will sponsor your travel expenses)

Note:   You may provide as many of these supporting documents where it is applicable.

• Visit the IRCC website and create an account. Read through all the information regarding visa requirements.
• Download, print, and fill out all the relevant forms, checklists, and waivers needed for the purpose of your travel.

Note: Once you have gone through the visa screening process on the IRCC website, you will be directed to a page which will provide you with all the forms ( application package ) you need to print and to fill out in order to proceed with your application . Please read and follow the instructions carefully.

• Pay the Visitor Visa Fee (CAN $ 100 or KD 24) online . Make sure to take note of and bring the receipt on the day of your visit to the application centre.

Important:  You will need to have an active debit or credit card for your payment as this is the only way for you to pay this fee.

• Go to the nearest Canada Visa Application Centre in the area you live in. Be sure to have all the required documents (completed forms, checklists, waivers, and payment receipts) with you.
• Be prepared to pay the corresponding service charge at the CVAC for our visa application. Once settled, they will provide you with a receipt which has a unique tracking (reference) number which you will need to check the progress of your application online.

Note: The online tracking system will not provide the final evaluation of your visa application, but it will only inform you whether your passport is still being processed or is already available for collection.  

Important: It is highly advised that you come in person for the collection of your passport to make sure that all the information on your visa (if granted) is correct.

Canada Visa Application Centre

54th Floor, Arraya Tower (Near Courtyard by Marriott)

Alshuhada Street, Alasimah Governate, Kuwait City, Kuwait.

Hours of Operation:

CVAC Opening Time 9:00 – 17:00

Application Submission: 9:00-15:00

Passport Collection : 15:00-17:00

Helpline phone numbers and Email:

Contact Information:

Hotline Number: +96522913770

Email: [email protected]

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Government of canada services and information in kuwait city, kuwait.

Telephone: 965 2256-3025

Fax: 965 2256-0173

Email: [email protected]

Hours of operation:

Email: [email protected]

Website: IRCC web form

Services and information provided to Canadians by the Embassy of Canada to Kuwait, in Kuwait City.

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Adoption and surrogacy, birth abroad, citizenship services, death abroad, marriage abroad, notarial services, passport services, pensions and retirement, same-sex marriage abroad, studying abroad, visa and immigration services, voting abroad.

Refer to International adoption .

Refer to Children born outside of Canada .

A marriage certificate is mandatory to give birth in Kuwait.

If your child is born outside of Canada, you do not need to register the birth in Canada.

Refer to Canadian citizenship .

Complete your citizenship application before booking an appointment (Canadian citizens only) to present your documents in person. Bring your online payment receipt to your appointment.

Pay your application fees online before you apply for citizenship services.

Mail-in applications are not acceptable.

To apply for new Canadian Citizenship for a newborn child, the Kuwait birth certificate and the marriage certificate have to be translated.

Payment method

Pay your application fees online .

Refer to Death abroad .

Refer to Marriage outside Canada .

Provide free to marry / declaration in Lieu of Certificate of Non-Impediment to Marriage in Kuwait. An original and valid Canadian passport is required.

The Embassy of Canada to Kuwait provides notarial services primarily for the benefit of Canadian citizens.

Services provided (fees apply):

Authentication and attestation of Canadian documents

• The Embassy can apply its seal on your Canadian document only if it has been previously authenticated by Global Affairs Canada in Ottawa . The non-validation of the content stamp will be added since the Embassy will only certify the genuineness of the signature and seal of GAC official.
• If the Canadian document was already authenticated by Global Affairs Canada and the Kuwaiti Embassy in Ottawa, Canadians can print the Information Note – Legalizing Canada Issued Documents for Use in Kuwait (.pdf).

Witnessing a signature

• The Embassy may witness a signature on certain documents, on a case-by-case basis. This is not to be confused with attesting or verifying the client’s identity, which cannot be performed by the consular officer.
• a Canadian government-issued photo ID
• a signature
• personal details to verify the signature.

The stamp stating that the Embassy does not validate the content of the document will be added.

• Witnessing signatures can often be performed by others, including friends, coworkers, or certain professionals. If you have an urgent need to have your signature witnessed on a document, see Ask travel for a list of local legal service providers.

Certified copies

• A true copy is a certified copy of an original document which may be accepted by institutions as being of equal value as the original.
• Canadian passports
• Canadian IDs
• The Embassy can only certify copies of documents issued by educational institutions if they have been previously authenticated by Global Affairs Canada. Refer to the Authentication/Attestation section above.

Declaration in Lieu of Certificate of Non-Impediment to Marriage in Kuwait / Free to Marry

• Required documents: Original and valid Canadian passport

The Embassy does not provide the following services:

Authentication and attestation of Kuwaiti and foreign documents

• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait’s authentication of any Kuwaiti or foreign-issued document (non-Canadian) is sufficient for use in Kuwait or overseas. Bring the Information Note – Legalizing Kuwait or Foreign Documents for Use in Kuwait or Overseas (.pdf) with you when approaching any local authorities.

Police clearance certificate request form

• The Embassy does not issue letters for the request of police clearances.
• Prior to arrival in Kuwait, Canadians must get a Criminal record check with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police or with any local or provincial police station in Canada. This Criminal record check should then be authenticated by Global Affairs Canada and the Kuwait Embassy in Ottawa . This allows you to apply for residency without delay.
• If arrangements have not been made in Canada prior to your arrival, you will be required to provide finger prints at the General Department of Criminal Evidence in Farwaniya/Dhajeej and then submit a request for a Criminal record check in Canada. If needed, print the Information Note – Police Clearance Request Letter (.pdf).

Confirming details of a Canadian passport

• For a letter confirming your passport details, please present this Information Note – Confirming Details of a Canadian Passport (.pdf) along with your original Canadian passport and any other required supporting documents and proceed to the requesting authorities.

Transfer of residency to or from a Canadian passport

• The Embassy does not issue a “No objection” letter for transferring a Kuwaiti residency to/from a Canadian passport.
• Canadian citizens should print the Information Note – Transfer of Residency to-From a Canadian Passport (.pdf) and proceed to the Immigration and Passport Directorate along with their passports and any required supporting documents to apply for transferring a residency to/from a Canadian passport.

Visa-residency sponsorship

• The Embassy does not issue “No objection” letters to sponsor family for Kuwait residency.
• Canadian citizens should print the Information Note – Visa-Residency Sponsorship (.pdf) and proceed to the Immigration and Passport Directorate along with any required supporting documents to apply for sponsoring their family member.

Driver’s licenses

• The Embassy does not issue Kuwaiti driver licenses. The Government of Kuwait requires a certification of the status of the province issued driver’s license, which the Embassy of Canada does not have the legal authority to provide.
• To get a Kuwait driver’s license, you must get a certified copy of your driving license/record, signed and stamped by Global Affairs Canada, and the Embassy of Kuwait in Ottawa.
• Contact the General Traffic Department in Kuwait (in Arabic) to obtain the most up-to-date information regarding the process.

Translation and interpretation

• Consular Officers are not permitted to translate documents, certify to the correctness of translations, authenticate translators’ signatures and provide interpretation services.
• Contact [email protected] for a list of translators and interpreters in Kuwait.

Legal advice

• Legal advice can be obtained by local lawyers.
• See Ask travel for a list of local legal service providers.

Credit card accepted (Visa and MasterCard)

Refer to Canadian passports and travel documents .

You can pay online for all your passport services before completing your passport application .

Book an appointment (Canadian citizens only) to present your documents in person. Bring your online payment receipt to your appointment. An authorization is required from applicants who are not able to pick up their passport in person.

• Report a lost or stolen passport

Pay online for all your passport services .

Refer to Benefits for Canadians living abroad .

The laws of Kuwait prohibit sexual acts between individuals of the same sex.

Refer to Studying abroad and EduCanada .

The Embassy of Canada in Kuwait does not offer visa or immigration advice and services. Refer to Travel documents – Visas .

• Apply to travel, study, work or immigrate to Canada .
• Find a visa application centre (VAC) to book an appointment to give your biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
• Submit an enquiry using the IRCC web form to contact a visa office.

Permanent residents of Canada: Find out how to apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document (PRTD) .

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COVID-19: travel health notice for all travellers

Kuwait travel advice

Latest updates: The Need help? section was updated.

Last updated: April 16, 2024 08:05 ET

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Safety and security, entry and exit requirements, laws and culture, natural disasters and climate, kuwait - exercise a high degree of caution.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Kuwait due to the threat of terrorism.

Jaleeb Al-Shuyoukh - AVOID NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL

Avoid non-essential travel to Jaleeb Al-Shuyoukh due to high crime rates.

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There is a threat of terrorism. There is an increased risk of attacks in or near places of worship, particularly Shia places of worship, and heightened security measures have been put in place at these sites. Be particularly vigilant in or near places of worship.

Targets also could include:

• government buildings, including schools
• airports and other transportation hubs and networks
• public areas such as tourist attractions, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping centres, markets, hotels and other sites frequented by foreigners

Always be aware of your surroundings when in public places.

Criminal activity occurs but violent crime is rare, including against foreigners.

You should, however, avoid secluded places or non-residential areas after dark. Locals have sometimes followed Westerners home after dark and then vandalized their parked vehicles. If you suspect you are being followed or you witness suspicious loitering, report it to the local police.

Ensure that your belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times.

Demonstrations

Demonstrations may occur.

Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. They can also lead to disruptions to traffic and public transportation.

• Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place
• Follow the instructions of local authorities
• Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)

Border crossings

Use only official border crossings when crossing from Iraq or Saudi Arabia into Kuwait. Kuwaiti officials consider other crossings illegal.

Armed guards patrol the borders. There have been recent exchanges of gunfire.

Women’s safety

Women have been physically and verbally harassed. Do not travel alone, especially after dark.

Advice for women travellers

Munitions and landmines

Unexploded munitions and landmines from the 1991 Gulf War pose hazards in rural areas, picnic spots, beaches and desert areas. Monitor children closely. Do not touch suspicious unfamiliar objects.

Weapons are readily available, and accidental shootings have occurred.

Public transportation

Use only officially marked taxis, and pre-negotiate fares.

Road safety

Accidents are common and due mainly to unsafe driving practices such as reckless driving. Exercise caution when driving after dark. Avoid off-road driving due to residual landmines.

Exercise caution if travelling by sea, including for recreational purposes, in the Gulf, particularly around the Abu Mousa, Greater Tunb and Lesser Tunb islands, as both Iran and the United Arab Emirates claim sovereignty over the islands.

Pirate attacks and armed robbery against ships occur in coastal waters. Mariners should take appropriate precautions.

Live piracy report  - International Maritime Bureau

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the Kuwaiti authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the  Foreign Representatives in Canada .

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Kuwait.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Other travel documents

Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Useful links

• Foreign Representatives in Canada
• Canadian passports

Travel documents with an X in the "sex" field

The Kuwaiti authorities will deny you entry if your passport shows an X in the “sex” field or if it includes an observation to that effect.

Tourist visa: required Business visa: required Student visa: required

You can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival. If you need a business or student visa, you must get it at an embassy or consulate of Kuwait before arrival.

Arriving without a visa could lead to refused entry or a lengthy delay.

Canadians travelling with a regular passport can also get a tourist, business or visit visa online. You must present a copy of this visa for verification on arrival.

Apply for a tourist, business or visit visa  - Ministry of interior

Other entry requirements

A round-trip or onward travel ticket is required to obtain a transit visa.

Residence permit

The expiry date of a residence permit cannot exceed that of a passport. In order to ensure the longest possible permit validity period, renew your passport before your residence permit expires.

If you intend to work in Kuwait, you must obtain a certified criminal record check for each individual or dependent family member over the age of 18 who will be residing in the country.

You must have certified criminal record checks authenticated by Global Affairs Canada and by the Embassy of the State of Kuwait before travelling to Kuwait. You must do this no more than 3 months before arriving there.

Canadians who intend to work in Kuwait must also obtain a police clearance from Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior (MOI) upon their arrival. Visit the Embassy of Canada to Kuwait to obtain the letter required to apply for the MOI’s police clearance.

• Authentication of documents
• Foreign diplomatic missions and consulates in Canada

Regional travel

Canadians have been denied entry into Kuwait because their passports bore an Israeli visa or border stamp, or an Egyptian or Jordanian border stamp issued by an office bordering Israel (such a stamp would indicate entry from Israel).

Children and travel

Learn more about travelling with children .

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Relevant Travel Health Notices

• Global Measles Notice - 13 March, 2024
• COVID-19 and International Travel - 13 March, 2024

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your  routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary. 

Yellow fever is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

• There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

• Proof of vaccination is not required to enter this country.

Recommendation

• Vaccination is not recommended.

* It is important to note that country entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Practise  safe food and water precautions and wash your hands often. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

  Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus.  Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

 The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.  

 The flu occurs worldwide. 

•  In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to   April.
•  In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and   October.
•  In the tropics, there is flu activity year round. 

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

In this destination, rabies  may be present in some wildlife species, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. 

If you are bitten or scratched by an animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional. 

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who will be working directly with wildlife. 

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

• Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
• Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
• Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs. 

Typhoid   is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among children, travellers going to rural areas, travellers visiting friends and relatives or those travelling for a long period of time.

Travellers visiting regions with a risk of typhoid, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation, should speak to a health care professional about vaccination.  

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

• Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
• Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
• Minimize exposure to insects
• Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Cases of locally-acquired   Middle East respiratory syndrome  (MERS) have been reported in this country.

MERS is a viral respiratory disease caused by the Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV).

Some people infected with MERS-CoV experience no symptoms, while others may experience mild flu-like or more severe pneumonia-like symptoms. About one-third of reported cases have result ed in death.

Eat and drink safely ,   and   avoid close contact with animals, especially camels. If you must visit a farm or market, make sure you practise good hygiene and  wash your hands  before and after contact with animals.

There is currently no licensed vaccine to protect against MERS.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

•   washing your hands often
• avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
• avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness 

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.  

Medical services and facilities

Modern medical care is available through government-run clinics and hospitals. Immediate cash payment is often required.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Travel health and safety

Keep in Mind...

The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a   travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

The work week is from Sunday to Thursday.

You must carry an international driving permit.

In the event of an accident, do not attempt to move the vehicle, even if it impedes traffic. Kuwaiti law states that the driver must wait for the police to make an official report.

Digital cameras register traffic violations.

Authorities may hold suspects as well as witnesses to incidents for lengthy periods without access to legal counsel or consular officials. Even if access is granted, it may be severely limited by Kuwaiti authorities. Authorities may withhold the passport of an individual involved in legal processes, pending resolution of the case. This could result in the delay of a planned departure.

There is a zero-tolerance policy regarding drinking and driving. Consequences include heavy fines, imprisonment or deportation.

International Driving Permit

Penalties for possession, use and trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect heavy fines, lengthy jail sentences or even the death penalty. The possession of illegal drugs, even a very small amount, could result in arrest and imprisonment.

Possession and consumption of alcohol is illegal in Kuwait.

Alcohol cannot be legally purchased or imported into Kuwait, and the penalties associated with the possession of alcohol include heavy fines, imprisonment or deportation.

Drugs, alcohol and travel

Illegal activities

Defamation of the emir, any member of the royal family or any local authority is prohibited.

Religious proselytizing is not permitted.

The import and consumption of pork products is illegal.  It is illegal to possess pornographic material.

Photography of government buildings and military or industrial sites, particularly oil fields, is forbidden. Don't photograph people without their permission.

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is not legally recognized in Kuwait.

If local authorities consider you a citizen of Kuwait, they may refuse to grant you access to Canadian consular services. This will prevent us from providing you with those services.

Travellers with dual citizenship

Fraudulent practices—for example, writing cheques without sufficient funds and non-payment of bills—are regarded as extremely serious offences and may result in imprisonment and fines.

Temporary release pending legal action may be granted in minor cases if the passport of the accused and the passport of the guarantor are surrendered to the authorities.

Dress and behaviour

Exercise common sense and discretion in dress and behaviour. Men and women should dress conservatively. Men must wear pants and a shirt in public.

It is uncommon for Western women to cover their head in Kuwait. Dresses and skirts are permitted, provided they cover the shoulders and knees. Shorts and short skirts are considered inappropriate.

Exercise particular care in your behaviour with others, especially officials, to avoid offending local sensitivities. Verbal insults and obscene gestures may be considered a criminal act and, if found guilty, you could face deportation, fines and/or a prison sentence.

Avoid physical contact, such as holding hands, in public.

In 2024, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around March 10.

In public, between sunrise and sunset, refrain from:

2SLGBTQI+ travellers

The laws of Kuwait prohibit sexual acts between individuals of the same sex.

2SLGBTQI+ travellers should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Kuwait.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Family law matters, including child custody and divorce-related decisions, are settled according to Kuwait’s Marriage law, based on sharia (Islamic law). If you are involved in custody or other family disputes, consult a lawyer for advice on how religious law in Kuwait may affect your family situation.

Kuwait’s Marriage law

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Kuwait.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Kuwait by an abducting parent:

• act as quickly as you can
• consult a lawyer in Canada and in Kuwait to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
• report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children’s Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre.

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country’s judicial affairs.

• International Child Abduction: A Guidebook for Left-Behind Parents
• Travelling with children
• Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
• Emergency Watch and Response Centre

The currency of Kuwait is the Kuwaiti dinar (KWD).

KWD is readily convertible to U.S. dollars.

Credit cards and U.S. dollars are widely accepted, and ATMs are available nationwide.

The rainy season extends from December to January and often results in flooding.

High levels of humidity and severe heat occur from June to September.

Severe sand and dust storms can occur throughout the year.

Local services

Dial 112 for emergency assistance.

Consular assistance

For emergency consular assistance, call the Embassy of Canada in Kuwait City and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

  take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

  Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

  Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

  Avoid all travel

You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.

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Avail tourist visa to explore the endless beauty and culture of the north american country.

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Canada Visitor Visa Consultants Kuwait

Are you planning to travel to Canada for a short-term trip for business opportunities or personal reasons? You will need a genuine visa to enter the North American country. However, applying for a Canada visit visa from Kuwait is not easy, as there are specific terms and conditions an applicant has to meet as per the immigration department of Canada. 

DM Consultant Kuwait can make the visa application process easy for you and help you secure a Canada visit visa Kuwait within 24 business days by following a streamlined process while following international safety standards at the same time. Our services are transparent and cost-efficient and designed according to specific client needs.

Overview of Visit Visa Canada from Kuwait

There are various reasons to visit Canada. A visit can be to meet your family and friends, attend a business meeting, go on vacation, or visit as a tourist. The Government of Canada temporarily issues visas to overseas nationals for tourism, business visitors or family visits. A Canada visitor visa, also called a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), is an immigration document allowing foreign nationals to travel to and enter Canada. All foreigners except citizens from visa-exempt countries need a visit visa with six months’ validity to enter Canada.

Overseas nationals who don’t require a Canadian visit visa still must acquire an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to travel through Canada. However, the citizens of the USA who already have a Canadian visa are exempted from this. To know more about Visit Visa Canada from Kuwait , get connected with our immigration lawyer.

Features of Canada Tourist Visa from Kuwait

Canada is a fascinating tourist destination with a population that is very friendly to visitors. Undoubtedly, a visit to Canada is one experience you cannot afford to miss. However, the first step is determining whether you need a visit visa or an electronic travel authorisation. It will depend on your travel document, nationality, and mode of travel to Canada. Contact DM Immigration Consultants in Kuwait and know the difference between an eTA and a visit visa to make well-informed decisions.

After securing a Canada tourist visa from Kuwait , you can explore Canada. It has excellent outdoors and tastes delicious food and drink. Explore amazing cities and unforgettable wildlife, rocky mountains, driving and camping in national parks, skiing, and other winter sports. The country has a rich culture, and locals are friendly to tourists. You can also visit Yukon to see the Northern Lights, which has one of the longest seasons for these spectacular light shows in the sky. From August to April, you can spot the Northern Lights on a clear night, as much of the territory is beyond the Arctic Circle.

Kuwait to Canada Visa Options

There are two types of Kuwait to Canada Visa options available for a tourist: Single entry visa and multiple entry. Tourists can enter the country only once, using a single entry visa. A multiple-entry visa allows visitors to travel to and from Canada until the visa is valid. 

You can avail transit visa for up to 48 hours if you travel through Canada to other countries like the USA. Remember that additional entry requirements may vary from person to person. Ensure you leave Canada on time to prevent overstay and avoid heavy fines. The main features of a Canada visit visa include the following:

• You can’t study and work on a tourist visa
• You can apply for a visit visa along with your family members
• The time required to process the tourist visa is four weeks

Eligibility Criteria for Visit Visa for Canada from Kuwait

An applicant must fulfil some basic requirements mentioned below to get a visit visa for Canada from Kuwait, along with additional verification requirements:

• Valid travel document, like a passport
• Proof of good health and character
• Provide a solid reason for coming back to your native country
• Have enough money for your stay
• An invitation letter from a relative or friend in Canada.
• Current status of being medically fit and has no criminal record.

Contact us to learn more about eligibility requirements as per your application status and to get complete consular services. Our Best Canada Visa consultants in Kuwait will guide you in explaining the Canada visa online process and give you the best travel advice to make informed decisions. Our clients have direct access to services relevant to immigration and other government services.

Check the documents you need for Visit Visa for Canada from Kuwait with immigration experts at DM.

Documents required for canada temporary resident visa.

• Applicant’s passport copy and other travel documents
• Canada visit visa application form.
• Proof of paid Canada visa fees
• Two passport-size photographs
• Proof of financial stability like a bank statement and providing a bank draft if demanded
• Clean criminal record/Police clearance certificate
• Medical examination report
• Declare the purpose of your stay (tourism, family trip, or business trip)
• For a business trip, must have a valid license for trade and provide passport details of investors or partners (if any).
• Complete travel insurance that covers your trip
• Proof you will return to your native country once the Canadian visa expires.
• Any other emergency travel document

If you are looking for a certified immigration lawyer for advice, contact DM Consultants in Kuwait to provide services for a flawless process.

Application Process for Visit Visa Canada from Kuwait

If you are planning to visit Canada from Kuwait, you must secure your Visit visa Canada from Kuwait . The application process is as follows:

• Visit the Visa Application Center or a Canadian Consulate to apply for a Canada tourist visa.
• Arrange all the necessary documents requested by the case officer and pay the visa fee.
• Attend an interview if required by the immigration officer.
• Provide your biometric information.
• Expect a reply from the case officer within 10 to 15 days.
• Track the updated status of your visa application by using the reference number on the fee receipt.

How Can DM Help You Secure Your Canada Visa from Kuwait?

DM Consultant Kuwait provides unique insight and proactive consultancy to its clients. With a team of professional visa agents, DM Immigration Consultants offers personalised services that can simplify your visa application process hassle-free. We provide services in Kuwait City with a high degree of accuracy to help you visit other countries from your home country.

Once the visa application process is finished successfully, you will be issued the visa via email. And you’re all set to fly. But in a few cases, the authorities can refuse to issue the visa, as the applicant only fulfils some of the required norms. That’s why you should get help from our best Canada Visa consultants in Kuwait to submit an application for a Canada visitor visa. Contact our certified team today to get started with your application package for a Canada visit visa Kuwait.

Our services include:

• Help in the arrangement of the essential documents
• Free counselling from our CICC-registered agents to make you understand the procedure completely
• Language proficiency is taken care of by FREE IELTS training
• Total support from our experienced visa agents
• Help in interview preparations to ensure visa is successfully approved

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To start with your visa application, you must submit the required documents. Our experts will help in arranging key documents.

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With proper guidance, we will move forward with your visa application process. And we will provide appropriate updates on your visa status.

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• Participate in a competition or non-profit projects
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Apply for Visitor Visa to Canada from Kuwait / تأشيرة كندا الكويت

Start your visitor visa process from kuwait to canada / ابدأ إجراءات تأشيرة الزائر من الكويت إلى كندا, find out how you could obtain visitor visa status and travel to canada for tourism/family or business purposes., how to get a tourist visa from kuwait to canada / كيف تحصل على تأشيرة سياحية من الكويت الى كندا؟.

Visitors from specific countries may require a temporary resident visa (TRV) to enter Canada. A visa is a standard travel document that’s inserted into your passport to give you permission to enter Canada.

Beginning steps to check eligibility to get a visitor visa to visit Canada for business purposes: 

• (Optional) Obtain an invitation from a Canadian friend/business or for event in order to submit an application for a visitor visa.
• Proof of business activities or employment in country of origin.
• Prove that he or she has sufficient financial support to cover the living expenses and return transportation to his or her home country
• Obtain purpose of visit to Canada for tourist purposes.
• Have clean record. Applicants with a criminal background, or who pose a risk to Canadian security, may be refused. IRCC may request an applicant to supply a  police clearance certificate
• Be in good health. IRCC may request an applicant to complete a  medical examination ; and,
• Satisfy the immigration officer that he or she will leave Canada at the end of the stay authorized by the visitor visa.

What documents are required to complete a Canadian visitor visa application?

• Passport for the applicant and every family member included on the application;
• Letter or Contract from any employer in Canada/Business partner.
• Two passport photos for the applicant and each family member included on the application, with the full name and date of birth written on the back;
• Photocopy of marriage certificate, if applicable; and,
• Any further documents required by specific visa offices.
• Canadian Embassy in Kuwait

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Visitor Visa

Find out your eligibility to apply for visitor visa from kuwait.

Purpose of Initial Consultation:

• Assess applicant's eligibility
• Review eligibility questions
• Assist with choosing right program(s)
• Assist with choosing right service(s)

Minimum Requirements to Visit Canada

Visitors to Canada need to meet the following requirements;

• Must possess a valid entry document like a passport.
• Be of good health.
• Have no criminal record.
• Prove to the authorities that you have strong ties in your home country such as a family, assets and a job that will make you want to go back home.
• Have enough funds for your stay in Canada.

What Happens After My Tourist/Visitor Visa is Approved?

When your business visitor visa application is approved, the foreign national will receive:

• A Letter of Introduction (LOI) confirming the approval from the CIC.
• As the eTA is linked to the applicant's passport, the applicant must travel with the passport used in the visitor visa permit application.
• The TRV will be in the passport. The holder must enter Canada before the expiry date on the TRV.
• The TRV will also indicate if the holder can enter Canada only once (a single-entry visa) or multiple times (a multiple-entry visa). All applicants are automatically considered for multiple-entry TRVs.

Proof Financial/How Much Do I Need to Show for Canadian Visitor Visa

Applicants for a Canadian business visa are required to prove they have enough money to cover the duration of their stay and return. They also need to have the financial resources to support themselves, and any accompanying family members.

Financial resources may be proven with the following information:

• Canadian bank account statements in the applicant's name, if money has been transferred to Canada
• Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) from a participating financial institution
• Proof of a application has loan from a financial institution
• The applicant's bank statements from the past four months
• A bank draft in convertible currency
• Proof of payment of place of stay and any accommodation fees
• A letter from the person providing you with money; and/or
• Proof of a support from business partner in Canada.

Family or friends of the applicant may also submit letters confirming that they will support the applicant during his or her studies.

The following table show the amounts that a student is required to possess (all amounts in Canadian dollars):

In Quebec, the financial requirements for prospective visitors are different. 

Travel Documents

As you travel to Canada, you and any other family member travelling with you should carry all the necessary travel documents and identification papers for. This helps you avoid unnecessary delays as you board a plane to Canada.

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Upon Instructions of the Ministry of Interior, the nationals of the following countries shall be granted entry visas to the State of Kuwait upon their arrival to Kuwait international airport: -

The United States of America, The United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, The Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal Ireland, Greece, Finland, Spain, Monaco, The Vatican, Iceland, Andorra, San Marino, Liechtenstein, Brunei Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, South Korea,  China, Poland. 

• All passengers must be in possession of a return ticket.
• The concerned authorities in the state of Kuwait shall reserve the right to refuse to admit any person into the country without explanation.
• Passengers should not be blacklisted in the state of Kuwait.
• Passenger should be holding a passport valid for more than six months from the date of travel to Kuwait.
• Passenger should register his residence address in Kuwait when applying for the visa at the visas counter at the airport.
• All visas are valid for ONE month from the date of ENTRY.
• Visa is valid for ONE ENTRY ONLY.

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Our processing times show how long it took us to process most applications in the past for each application type. As we process more applications and clear our inventories, the numbers will change. The numbers shown may not reflect how long it will take us to process an application you submit today. Find out how we calculate processing times .

If you’ve already applied , learn how to check your application status .

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Where are you applying from?

• Afghanistan
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• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• British Virgin Islands
• Burkina Faso
• Burma (Myanmar)
• Cayman Islands
• Central African Republic
• China (People’s Republic of)
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• Democractic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa)
• Dominican Republic
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• Guinea-Bissau
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• Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP)

What season did you apply for?

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• Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

Which economic class application?

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• Atlantic Immigration Program
• Canadian Experience Class

Which caregiver program?

When did you apply?

How much work experience did you have?

• Less than 24 months
• 24 months or more
• Less than 12 months
• 12 months or more

How much work experience will you have when you apply?

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• Self-employed persons (Federal)
• Quebec Business Class
• Skilled workers (Federal)
• Skilled trades (Federal)
• Skilled workers (Quebec)
• Start-up visa

Who are you sponsoring?

Where in Canada will you be living?

If you’ll be living in Quebec, due to the Canada–Quebec Accord, the Government of Quebec also needs to process your application. Because of this, we show a separate processing time for this province.

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Where does the adopted child or relative live?

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• Protected persons and convention refugees (in Canada)
• Dependents of protected persons
• Humanitarian and Compassionate cases

Which type of citizenship application?

• Citizenship grant
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• Search of citizenship records

Did you submit a PR card application or solemn declaration?

• Yes, I am renewing or replacing my card, or I sent a solemn declaration
• No, I am waiting for my first card

Which type of document?

• Verification of Status
• Replacement of valid temporary resident documents
• Amendments of immigration documents
• Amendments of valid temporary resident documents

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We are committed to processing most complete applications within this time.

Processing times will vary based on:

• the type of application submitted
• if the application is complete
• how quickly we expect to process applications we’ve already received
• how easily we can verify your information
• how long you take to respond to any requests or concerns
• other factors

Problem with the online application

Some people applying for a study permit may have trouble using the online application. For example, if you’re currently a visitor in Canada and your spouse or common-law partner is a low-skilled worker, you may need to apply on paper.

Acknowledgment of receipt

You’ll get an acknowledgement of receipt letter or email  after  we receive your application  and  check that it’s  complete .

Processing times for applications outside Canada and the United States

Add 3 to 4 months to account for mailing time if you

• live outside Canada and the U.S. and
• are applying through a Canadian embassy, high commission or consulate

Add 6 to 8 months to processing time if you

• are applying for a minor (under 18) who lives outside Canada and the U.S. and
• sent the application directly to the Case Processing Centre in Sydney, Nova Scotia

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Processing times will vary based on

• the type of application

Learn how processing times are calculated .

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Your processing time may also be affected if more people apply to immigrate to Canada than we can bring in each year.

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Application to study in Canada – Study permits

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online.

You’re eligible to apply on paper only if you

• have a disability that prevents you from applying online
• hold an identity document or a travel document for non-national residents, refugees or stateless persons

Apply online

Get your study permit faster through the Student Direct Stream

If you’re a legal resident of certain countries, you may be able to get your study permit faster by applying online through the Student Direct Stream .

How to apply on paper for a study permit

Step 1: Read the guide and get your application package

Read the instruction guide carefully before you complete your application . We won’t refund your application fee, so make sure you’re eligible for a study permit before you apply.

Once you have read the guide, you can prepare your application package. You must select the country/territory from which you will be applying to get your local visa office instructions.

This application package is for applicants in Kuwait:

• Document Checklist: Study Permit [IMM 5483] (PDF, 1.08 MB) (opens in a new tab)  
• Visa office instructions – Study [IMM 5814]

Application for a Study Permit made outside of Canada

• Family Information Form [IMM 5707] (PDF, 1.55 MB) (opens in a new tab)
• Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union [IMM 5409] (PDF, 2.22 MB) (opens in a new tab)
• Custodian Declaration [IMM 5646] (PDF, 2.43 MB) (opens in a new tab)
• Visa application photograph specifications
• Use of a Representative [IMM 5476] (PDF, 1.39 MB) (opens in a new tab)

Step 2: Complete your application and attach your documents

To make sure you submit  all the pages  of form IMM 1294 with your application package, follow these steps:

Note:  If you validate the form before printing, you can make sure that you have answered all the questions and help avoid delays in processing your application.

• The last page of the form, with barcodes and a signature line, will automatically be created.
• Print, sign and date the form.
• print on white, bond-quality, non-glossy paper
• use a laser printer
• Place the barcode page on top of your package. If you have more than one package, place a separate barcode page on each one.

Find out more about barcode forms .

Your application may be delayed if any information or document is missing. The document checklist in the application package lists all the documents to include. Answer all questions carefully, completely and truthfully.

You and each one of your family members  must  fill out and sign their own forms even if you are travelling together as a family. If you are under the age of 18, your parent or guardian must sign your form.

Step 3: Pay your application fees

If you need an electronic travel authorization or visa

If you need an electronic travel authorization (eTA) or visa, we’ll issue it automatically at the same time as your study permit. You don’t need to apply separately or pay another fee.

In most cases, your fees will include:

• processing fees for you and anyone you include in your application

You’ll need to pay your fees before you submit your application. Our  instruction guide (opens in a new tab)    can help you understand which fees apply to you.

Third-party fees

Depending on your situation, you may need to pay fees to third parties for:

• medical exams
• police certificates
• language testing
• services at a visa application centre, if you use one

If you need to use a third party, pay them directly for their services.

Biometrics fee

In most cases, you should pay a biometrics fee  when you pay your application fees . If you don’t, you may experience delays. The biometrics fee covers the cost of collecting fingerprints and a digital photo.  Find out if you need to give your biometrics .

Step 4: Submit your application

When you submit your application, you also need to submit:

• your  original  travel passport
• all pages with visas
• all pages with stamps
• all pages with your biographical data (name, date of birth, passport number), including your photo

You can submit your application to the closest visa application centre  to

• receive service in the local language
• take advantage of the centre’s extended hours of service
• track your application online
• have the assurance that your application is complete and all the proper documentation is included

You can’t fill out and save the application form using your Internet browser. To use the form, you need to:

• Use your computer (Mac or PC). The form won’t open on mobile devices (iPads, tablets, mobile phones, etc.)
• Install Adobe Reader 10 (or higher)
• Download the PDF file to your computer . Save the file in a place you can remember.
• Make sure you use Adobe Reader to open the form. Sometimes if you try to open the form directly, it will use your Internet browser to try to open it.

Note: If you are applying online , you don’t need to print and sign the form. Leave the signature section empty.

Get the form

• Application for a Study Permit Made Outside of Canada [IMM 1294] (opens in a new tab)

Having issues with the form?

• I can’t open my visa application form in PDF format. What can I do?
• After clicking the “validate” button on my visa application form, nothing happens and I don’t see the barcodes. Why is this happening?

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