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How to get a Canada visa from Botswana
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Botswana passport holders travelling to Canada.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Canada.
Visitor Visa
Processing time14 working days
Validity180 days
Fee (approx.)$100
Work visa
Processing time14 working days
Validity180 days
Fee (approx.)$155
Application requirements
Documents Botswana applicants need to provide.
- An international passport valid for 6 months from the intended entry date with one blank page for visa stamp.
- Copies of the passport information page.
- Completed and signed visa application form.
- Two passport-size photographs taken in a white background.
- Recent bank statement or other documents showing sufficient funds for the trip.
- Police certificate.
- Return-trip ticket.
- Invitation letter.
- Medical insurance.
- Proof of accommodation reservation.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel and return to home country.
- Receipt of visa fees.
Visa type details
Visitor Visa
- A Canadian visitor visa is issued to aliens who are travelling to Canada for tourism, leisure or visitations.
- This visa is referred to as a temporary resident visa.
- Canadian consul issues single-entry and multiple-entry visas.
- The single-entry visa allows one entry into Canada and a stay of 180 days while the multiple-entry allows several entries into Canada.
- Applicants are mostly considered for a multiple-entry visa. Once issued, it can be valid for as long as five to ten years with a six month stay period during each trip.
- Working or studying with this visa is prohibited. The appropriate visa should be applied for if you want to work or study.
- Visa extensions are possible. About 96 days is required for online application for visa extension and 113 days for paper application.
- Applicants are to also obtain a Visa Application Consent form(VAC) in addition to the application form.
- The consul might require the individual to be present for an interview or bio-metric capture.
- If you are refused a visa extension or forget to apply before your visa expires, you will lose your temporary resident status.
- Loss of temporary resident status requires the individual to apply for restoration within 90 days and must not leave Canada during the process.
- All documents are to be translated into English and French.
- Documents such as pictures of dependent family members in Botswana, assets owned or employment letter are required.
- These are to prove to the Consular officer that the individual has the intention of returning to their home country when the visa expires.
- If the Consular Officer is not convinced that you will return, you might be refused a visa.
- Individuals with criminal histories will not be granted a visa.
- It costs USD 100 per person for single and multiple entry visa, USD 500 for groups of 5 or more and USD 100 for visa extensions.
Work visa
- A work visa is the only way to obtain paid employment or receive payments for services in Canada.
- It issued for the purpose of work, signing of contracts or negotiating business.
- This visa is usually issued under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program in Canada and is known as a temporary work visa.
- Temporary work visa is a combination of a temporary resident visa and a work permit.
- The Temporary Foreign Worker Program is made up of the high-skilled workers, low-skilled workers, seasonal agricultural workers and the Live-in Caregiver program.
- Two kinds of work permits are issued to individuals regardless of the category of TFWP they fall under.
- There is the open work permit and the employer-specific work permit.
- Holding an open work permit means that the individual can work at several jobs for different employers during the validity of their visa.
- Employer-specific work permit, on the other hand, limits the individual to working under one person for as long as they stay in Canada.
- Individuals that will be working in Quebec require a Certificate d’acceptation du Quebec (CAQ).
- Visa validity is 180 days or less and the permit can be completely restricted or slightly restricted depending on the Consul.
- You must be willing to accept the permit even if it is restricted.
- All applicants must be in good health, attend a physical interview at the embassy, and provide copies of resume and educational certificates.
- It costs 155 USD for a work visa including extensions, 465 USD for a group of at least 3 persons. An Openwork permit costs 100 USD.
Where to apply
Canada embassy & visa application centers in Botswana.
Gaborone
AddressGround floor, Mokolwane House plot 67978, Fairgrounds Ofice Park P.O. box 2111, Gaborone,Botswana
Phone(+267) 3904 411
Email[email protected]
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Canada
If you want to enjoy the outdoor air, take walks and see the beautiful Canadian scenery, the best time to visit is during the summer period. This period is also known as the high season and is from June to August.
What are the top five best places to visit in Canada
Canada is a breathtakingly beautiful country and as such has a lot of must-see places for tourists. However, here are the top five best places to visit based on popular opinion: Calgary Alberta, Quebec city, Toronto Ontario, Ottawa Ontario and Montreal Quebec.
Is Canada expensive for tourists
Just like other popular tourist destinations, Canada provides travel experiences for individuals with both low and high budgets. A high-budget individual needs at least $250 dollars per day to enjoy outdoor meals and a night in a priced hotel. Individuals with a low-budget on the other hand should have between $100-$250 to spend per day.
Does Canada visa application get rejected
If you do not completely and appropriately fill your application form, provide proof of adequate financial resources(approximately $1,230 CAD per month), meet the health standards, show intention to leave at the end of your program, your visa will be rejected. Also, individuals with criminal records will not be offered a visa.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Canada visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.