Canada visa requirements for Ivorians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ivorians visiting Canada

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

  • An original Ivorian international passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date. It must have 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • Minors are required to have their parents or legal guardians sign the application form.
  • Their original birth certificate and a letter of consent from both parents are also needed. A valid means of the ID of both parents is also important.
  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken on a white background.
  • Complete travel document.
  • Proof of financial capability.
  • Proof of accommodation in Canada.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to Ivory Coast.
  • A report of good conduct from the Ivorian police showing the traveller does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical insurance that covers the entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Canada Visa for Ivorians

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 within 20 weeks 180 days
Student visa within within 20 weeks Duration of study
Work visa within 20 weeks 3 years

General Requirements for Canada Visa

  • An original Ivorian international passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date. It must have 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • Minors are required to have their parents or legal guardians sign the application form.
  • Their original birth certificate and a letter of consent from both parents are also needed. A valid means of the ID of both parents is also important.
  • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken on a white background.
  • Complete travel document.
  • Proof of financial capability.
  • Proof of accommodation in Canada.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to Ivory Coast.
  • A report of good conduct from the Ivorian police showing the traveller does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical insurance that covers the entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Canada Visitor Visa Canada Student visa Canada Work visa

Canada Visitor Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Canadian visitor visa is also known as the tourist visa or Canadian Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). 
  • The visa allows Ivorian travellers to visit Canada for a range of purposes from tourism, visitation, and business.
  • It also allows you to attend conferences, educational, professional or business events whilst in the country with this visa type.
  • For citizens of Ivory Coast who intend visiting friends and relatives in the country, can apply for this visa.
  • If you plan to stay with a host in Canada, you will need to present a letter of invitation bearing the address and valid contact details of the host.
  • For business purposes, a letter of invitation from the inviting company is necessary. This letter should contain details of the trip and must be written on the company's letterhead.
  • Notarized copy of the business registration certificate is needed while applying for business purposes.
  • A valid ID of the host is also required while applying for this visa.
  • Bearers of this visa cannot enrol for any part-time or full-time courses.
  • Applicants of this visa should note that they cannot take up any forms of employment whilst in the country.
  • The Canadian tourist visa can allow a stay of up to 6 months.
  • Canadian tourist visas are of two types: single entry visa and multiple entry visa.
  • A letter from the authorities in Ivory Coast stating that you have a clean criminal record should be provided.
  • Evidence of employment and family ties which shows you have the intention of returning to Ivory Coast after the duration of your trip.
  • It is necessary for travellers to do a medical checkup and ensure they are in good health before applying for this visa.
  • This visa costs C$100 and is usually processed between 2 weeks to 4 months.

Canada Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The student visa is for Ivorian students who intend to travel to Canada for educational purposes.
  • Ivorian students applying must have been admitted into an institution of learning in the country before being eligible for the student visa.
  • The Canadian study permit serves as a Canadian student visa for the duration of their stay.
  • Once you have a Canadian study permit, you can apply to renew it from within Canada if you decide to continue your studies.
  • You can work part-time while studying on campus as long as it does not affect your studies.
  • You may also be able to work off-campus, work as a co-op or intern as part of your program, stay in Canada as a permanent resident or seek employment after graduation. 
  • You can apply for a Canadian study permit either online or through a paper application obtainable from the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) website.
  • A copy of your criminal record in the form of a police clearance certificate is needed for the student visa.
  • Applicants are to provide proof of medical fitness.
  • You will also be required to provide biometric fingerprints during application.
  • Proof of proficiency in the English language is required. This is usually accessed from your TOEFL or IELTS test results.
  • Proof of paid tuition is important for this visa type.
  • Original transcripts and certificates from previous schools are required.
  • If on scholarship, you are to provide relevant documents that affirm your scholarship offer.
  • Documents showing home ties, providing proof that you have the incentive of returning to your country after your studies are necessary.
  • If your visa expires before the end of your study, you are free to apply for an extension to cover the period of your study.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country should be provided.
  • Travelers must undergo a medical checkup and ensure that they are in good health before traveling to the country.
  • Proof of financial sufficiency that covers the duration of stay must be provided.
  • This Canadian student visa is charged $150.

Canada Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

    • The work visa is for travellers visiting Canada to take up paid employment in the country.
    • Before Ivorian citizens could be liable or eligible for this visa, he or she must have been employed by a company in Canada.
    • You would be required to provide a letter from your employer in Canada. The letter should have the address of the company, the position you have been employed and the duration of your visit.
    • The letter should also be on the company's letterhead.
    • The job offer you have been given must be approved by the Canadian government through the Labour Market Impact Analysis Process.
    • In order to work in Canada on a temporary basis, you will require a work permit.
    • You will need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) for entry into Canada with a work visa.
    • Your Canadian employer who wishes to hire a temporary foreign worker may need to apply for and be granted a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) by ESDC.
    • The ESDC will grant a positive LMIA if it is satisfied that no Canadian citizen or permanent resident is available to do the job you are being offered.
    • Work permits may be issued by Canadian immigration officials without the LMIA requirement in a limited number of situations.
    • The Temporary Work Permit may be issued for a period of time ranging from a few days to a few years.
    • You must have a good command of the English language before applying for this visa.
    • Receipt of paid visa application fees should be presented during the visa application process.
    • Proof of good health conditions should be provided.
    • The Canadian work visa costs C$150.

    Canada Visa Fees

    Visa Type

    Sub Types

    Visa Fees

    Visitor Visa

    100.00 (USD)

    Student visa

    150.00 (USD)

    Work visa

    150.00 (USD)

    Canada Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Ivory Coast

    Location

    Address

    Abidjan

    Embassy of Canada in Côte d’Ivoire 23 Noguès Avenue Trade Centre Building, 6th and 7th floors Plateau, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

    abdjn@international.gc.ca

    (225) 20.30.07.00

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the maximum days I can stay in Canada as a tourist?

    A border services officer at the port of entry in Canada will determine how long you can stay in Canada. Most visitors are allowed a six-month stay from the day they entered Canada. If the officer authorizes a stay of less than six months, they will indicate in your passport the date by which you must leave Canada.

    What is Canada famous for?

    Maple syrup is most definitely something Canada is famous for, with around 80 per cent of the world's maple syrup produced in Canada.

    Why is Canada welcoming magnitude of foreigners into their country?

    The reason is, Canada has one of the world's lowest birth rates and an ageing population, it needs immigrants to contribute to her economic activity. Otherwise, as the Conference Board of Canada's research shows, the country's labour force will shrink and economic growth will be hindered.

    Is Canada safe?
    Canada is very safe, especially for tourists. Crime in Canada is very minimal and seem non-existent. However, like any other places in the world, you have to be careful when dealing with people as there is no perfect saint place in the world.

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