Canada visa requirements for Indonesians
Travel and visa requirements
Basic Travel Requirements for Indonesians visiting Canada
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Canadian Visa.
- An International passport valid for a minimum of six months beyond your intended departure date from Canada.
- A duly completed and signed visa application form.
- Recent passport photographs that meet the photo requirements of a Canadian visa.
- Proof of financial means valid for the duration of the trip.
- Proof of civil status.
- Police clearance certificate.
- Medical clearance.
- Letter of invitation(if any).
- Hotel reservation or other forms of accommodation.
- Birth certificate for minors.
- Cover letter.
- Proof of paid visa fees.
- Proof that you would return to Cambodia when your visa expires.
Canada Visa for Indonesians
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor Visa | 10 working days | 180 days |
| Student visa | 10-15 working days | Valid through the duration of study |
General Requirements for Canada Visa
- An International passport valid for a minimum of six months beyond your intended departure date from Canada.
- A duly completed and signed visa application form.
- Recent passport photographs that meet the photo requirements of a Canadian visa.
- Proof of financial means valid for the duration of the trip.
- Proof of civil status.
- Police clearance certificate.
- Medical clearance.
- Letter of invitation(if any).
- Hotel reservation or other forms of accommodation.
- Birth certificate for minors.
- Cover letter.
- Proof of paid visa fees.
- Proof that you would return to Cambodia when your visa expires.
Canada Visitor Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- Canadian visitor visa is issued to Indonesians with intentions to explore Canada.
- Individuals who want to tour, sightsee, attend ceremonies and go on a vacation in Canada can apply for this visa.
- It can also be used to visit friends and relatives residing in Canada.
- The Canadian visitor visa is usually issued for single-entry, double-entry or multiple-entry.
- The single-entry visa allows just one entry into Canada, the double-entry visa allows two times entry while the multiple-entry visa allows several entries into Canada with the same visa for as long as the visa is valid.
- The Single-entry visa is valid for a maximum stay of 180 days while the multiple-entry visa can be valid for up to 10 years.
- If you would be staying with your relative or friend during your trip to Canada, you are required to have an invitation letter from your host.
- This invitation letter should contain your full details, the relationship between you and the host, the purpose of the trip and duration of stay. It should also contain the host's details and contact address.
- Applicants are to provide evidence that they can financially support themselves through their stay in Canada.
- The financial evidence could be a recent bank statement, letter of employment showing annual earnings or proof of support from a relative or employer.
- Applicants would also need to convince the consul that they would return to Indonesia at the expiration of their visa.
- You can convince them by providing documents of assets owned in Indonesia, proof of your family ties or employment in Indonesia.
- Identity or civil documents are also required for your visa application.
- Before you would be issued a visa, you have to prove that you do not have any previous criminal records and that you are not a danger to Canadian society.
- Individuals are advised to have travel insurance before going to Canada in case any medical emergency comes up during their stay.
- This visa can also be used to seek medical treatments in Canada but cannot be used to seek employment.
- Minors are to submit their birth certificate and a letter of authorization for the travel, signed by both parents or legal guardians.
Canada Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements
- A Canada student visa is issued to Indonesian students who want to study in Canada.
- The student visa is typically a combination of a visitor's visa and a study permit.
- This visa allows individuals to begin their study in Designated Learning Institutions (DLI) in Canada.
- DLIs are schools or universities which are approved by the provincial or territorial government to allow them to host international students.
- If an institution loses its status while you are attending it, you can continue studying there until your study permit expires.
- Programs less than six months require only a visitor's visa.
- Before applying for this visa, you must have a valid acceptance letter from the DLI printed on the school's letterhead, stating the program of study, amount of tuition and starts and finish dates of the program.
- Individuals must have a clean criminal record from where they have resided in Indonesia within the past six months with letters from the court and police to prove it.
- You must also fill and sign a Visa Application Center (VAC) Consent Form.
- A declaration letter from the applicant to the Government of Canada explaining why you need the study permit and visa is required.
- Applicants would have to undergo medical examinations to prove that they do not have any disease that is contagious.
- You also need to submit your results and certificates from previous education.
- Students are also to show that they can cover their expenses during their studies. This could be in the form of a Canadian bank account in the name of the applicant, student loan, receipt of tuition and housing fees, or a scholarship.
- All the documents must be translated into English or French and you must have certifications and proof that the translation is correct.
- The Canada student visa is valid for the length of your study program and an additional 90 days which allows you to prepare to leave Canada or extend your visa.
- If you have to leave Canada to visit your family in Indonesia, on your return, you have to provide proof of your status.
Canada Visa Fees
Visa Type
Sub Types
Visa Fees
Visitor Visa
100.00 (USD)
Student visa
150.00 (USD)
Canada Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Indonesia
Location
Address
Jakarta
World Trade Centre, 6th Floor Jl. Jend. Sudirman, Kav. 29 Jakarta 12920 P.O. Box 8324/JKS.MP Jakarta 12083 Indonesia
www.canadainternational.gc.ca/indonesia-indonesie/
canadianembassy.jkrta@international.gc.ca
(+62) (21) 2550-7800
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