Can a Jamaica obtain a transit visa for Canada, and how long does the process take?

I am a Jamaican who will be travelling from Spain to Jamaica soon. The cheapest route is through Canada so that’s why I am interested.

Best Answer

Jamaican citizens are eligible to apply for a transit visa. If you have less than 48 hours between flights AND you’re just transiting, a transit visa is free.

If you have more than 48 hours between flights OR if you decide to visit Canada, you need a visitor visa, which costs $100 CAN.

According to the Canadian Government website, current processing times for valid applications in Jamaica are 15 days, plus the time you need to give biometrics and the time it takes to send an application between a Visa Application Centre and the decision-making office. From Spain, it’s 28 days.

You don’t need an eTA in either case.

Source: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp

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How long does it take to get Canadian transit visa?

You should apply no later than 15 working days in advance. In most cases, you will be informed within 15 calendar days whether your application has been successful. Sometimes it can take up to 30 days if more time is needed, and up to 45 days, for example if extra documents are required.

Do Jamaicans need a transit visa for Canada?

VISA REQUIREMENTS If you are from a visa-required country such as Jamaica, Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago, and you are connecting to another international flight, merely transiting through Canada, then you may only need a transit visa.

How long does it take to process transit visa?

Once submitted, it can take around 4 days for the transit visa application to be approved.

Is it easy to get a transit visa for Canada?

There is no fee for a transit visa and you can apply for a transit visa by filling out the application for a visitor visa (Temporary Resident Visa) and selecting transit visa from the list of options on the form. U.S. citizens do not need a visa to visit Canada and therefore, do not need to worry about a transit visa.

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