Is it possible to get a transit visa for Canada within 20 days?
I am travelling to Bangladesh in mid-may and I booked my ticket already. I am going through Toronto,Canada. So I came to know that I have to have a transit visa for that. So I have 20 days at most in my hand for that. Is that possible to get a transit visa for Canada within 20 days? Is there any way out to expedite the processing?
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Official processing times are at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/times/ (select Visiting -> Visitor Visa). Make sure you actually need a visa first (as opposed to, say, just an electronic travel authorization - it depends on your country of citizenship). I don't know which country you're from, but for many countries the processing times are short and certainly fit in 20 days (but remember that if you don't live in a city with a visa processing center, you also need to add courier times to deliver your passport to the center and back to you). Also, from my personal recent experience (helping with 2 visa applications in Russia), processing was much faster than what it said on the website.
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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.How long is transit visa for Canada valid for?
A transit visa is an official document that we put in your passport. It shows that you meet the requirements to transit for up to 48 hours through a Canadian airport. It can be valid for 1 or 2 entries, depending on your travel plans.Can we get transit visa at Canada airport?
You need a transit visa if: your international flight stops at a Canadian airport on its way to another country. you'll be connecting between 2 international flights at a Canadian airport. you'll transit through Canada in 48 hours or less, and.Can you transit through Canada without a visa?
US citizens and lawful permanent residents of the U.S. can transit through Canada without a visa by: air. car. bus.Canada - Transit Visa - How To Confirm You Don’t Need An eTA while Transiting via A Canadian Airport
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