Canada visa requirements for Cape Verdians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Cape Verdians visiting Canada

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Canadian Visa.


  • An international passport with a validity of over 6 months from the intended date of travel.
  • You must be 18 years or older to apply for a visa. 
  • If you intend travelling with minors, they are to apply under your visa.
  • All documents for submission are to be translated into English and verification of correct translation submitted.
  • All the applications must be signed and correctly dated.
  • You must provide two passport photographs that meet the Canadian photo Requirements.
  • Applicants are required to have a clean criminal record and have proof of this through a valid court document.
  • Proof of financial sustenance for the entire duration of stay in Canada.

Canada Visa for Cape Verdians

Facts about Canada


Canada is a country in the northern part of North America. It stretches from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west; to the north lies the Arctic Ocean. It also covers  9.98 million square kilometers (3.85 million square mile area making it the second-largest country by total area. Ottawa is Canada's capital city while its largest metropolitan cities are Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. Canada is a parliamentary and constitutional democracy, the Elizabeth ll serves as its queen while a prime minister is the chair of the Cabinet and head of government.  


The Canadian economy is the tenth-largest in the world. It has a mixed economy system.  Canada is a net exporter of energy having  13th percent of the global oil reserve which makes it the third-largest share after Saudi Arabia and Venezuela. 

Types of Canada Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa Between 1 - 6 weeks. 180 days.
Student visa Between 8 to 40 days. Depending on the course duration.
Tourist visa Between 8 to 40 days. 90 days.

General Requirements for Canada Visa


  • An international passport with a validity of over 6 months from the intended date of travel.
  • You must be 18 years or older to apply for a visa. 
  • If you intend travelling with minors, they are to apply under your visa.
  • All documents for submission are to be translated into English and verification of correct translation submitted.
  • All the applications must be signed and correctly dated.
  • You must provide two passport photographs that meet the Canadian photo Requirements.
  • Applicants are required to have a clean criminal record and have proof of this through a valid court document.
  • Proof of financial sustenance for the entire duration of stay in Canada.

Canada Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

100.00 (CAD)

Student visa

100.00 (CAD)

Tourist visa

100.00 (CAD)

Canada Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Cape Verde


Location

Address

Cape Verde has no Canadian embassy so Cape Verdeans who wish to travel to Canada should visit the nearest country with a Canadian embassy.

Frequently Asked Questions


Are foreign students allowed to work in Canada?

Not all foreign students are allowed to work in Canada with study permits but some are allowed to work either on or off-campus for designated hours. All you have to do is write a letter to your university.


What is Canada's official language?

Canada has two official languages -French and English but the language mostly spoken in Canada is English language. Other popularly spoken foreign languages are Mandarin, Cantonese and Punjabi.


What is Canada's official currency?

Canada's official currency is the Canadian dollar and it is abbreviated with the dollar sign $, or sometimes CA$, Can$ or C$ to distinguish it from other dollar-denominated currencies. The only other accepted currency is the United States dollar which is accepted only by a few traders/business owners in tourist populated areas.


What is Canada famous for?

Canada is famous for its production, sales, and exporting of the maple syrup which is used for cooking, baking, flavouring and also as sides to pancakes and toast. Canada produces 80 percent of the world's maple syrup. 


Can I smoke in Canada?

Smoking is allowed in Canada although smoking in public places has been banned. Before you stop anywhere to smoke, look around for a sign that says you can smoke.


Is the tap water in Canada safe for drinking?

The water in Canada is treated and therefore safe for drinking. If you have doubts about its safety, you could use a carbon filter for your water on just drink bottled water.


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