Entry requirements
Before you apply
| Visitor visa (TRV) to enter Canada | Required |
|---|---|
| Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) | Required |
Biometrics
Where to give biometrics in Philippines
- Manila
Processing times
IRCC processing times for applicants from Philippines
| Application type | IRCC estimate | Days |
|---|---|---|
| Family Sponsorship | 12 months | 360 |
| Study Permit | 5 weeks | 35 |
| Super visa | 90 days | 90 |
| Visitor Visa | 21 days | 21 |
| Work Permit | 7 weeks | 49 |
Source: IRCC processing times, updated September 21, 2026
Documents
Documents applicants from Philippines typically need
- Valid passport
- Educational documents
- Employment certificates
- NBI clearance
- Medical examination
- Proof of funds
Watch out
Common challenges for applicants from Philippines
- NBI clearance processing
- Educational credential assessment
- Job offer requirements for some streams
- Language test preparation
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- FamilyCan you sponsor? Sponsor eligibility and the undertaking explainedIRCC assesses the sponsor before the relationship. Who may sponsor a spouse or partner, what disqualifies you, and what the undertaking commits you to.September 19, 2026
- FamilyProving your relationship is genuine: the evidence that actually worksIRCC applies a two-part test to every spousal application. What officers look for, what evidence carries weight, and how to document a long-distance case.September 19, 2026
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