Canada visa requirements for Laotians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Laotians visiting Canada

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

  • A valid passport with six months validity period.

  • Appropriate Canada visa application form

  • A document showing proof of paid Canada visa fees (Application processing fees and biometric fees).

  • A recently taken passport photos based on Canada’s requirements.

  • Proof of financial means to cover the stay period in Canada.

  • Proof of return or onward ticket to show you will leave Canada when your visa expires.

  • A photocopy of your Identity and Civil Status Documents should be attached to your visa application form. Your identity form can be your marriage certificate, birth certificate or national ID card.

  • Police clearances.

  • Medical examination by a panel physician to show you are in good health. However, a medical exam is not necessary if you plan to stay for less than six months.

  • A cover letter that explains the purpose of your travel to Canada.

  • Letter of support/invitation to Canada.




Canada Visa for Laotians

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
Tourist visa 15 Days 6 Months
Business visa 1-6 Weeks up to 6 Months
Student visa 3-4 Weeks Variable
Work visa 25 Days More than six months

General Requirements for Canada Visa

  • A valid passport with six months validity period.

  • Appropriate Canada visa application form

  • A document showing proof of paid Canada visa fees (Application processing fees and biometric fees).

  • A recently taken passport photos based on Canada’s requirements.

  • Proof of financial means to cover the stay period in Canada.

  • Proof of return or onward ticket to show you will leave Canada when your visa expires.

  • A photocopy of your Identity and Civil Status Documents should be attached to your visa application form. Your identity form can be your marriage certificate, birth certificate or national ID card.

  • Police clearances.

  • Medical examination by a panel physician to show you are in good health. However, a medical exam is not necessary if you plan to stay for less than six months.

  • A cover letter that explains the purpose of your travel to Canada.

  • Letter of support/invitation to Canada.




Canada Tourist visa Canada Business visa Canada Student visa Canada Work visa

Canada Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Canada’s tourist visa is a short-time visa issued to Laotians visiting Canada for sightseeing, tour or leisure.
  • A complete Tourist visa application form for Canada is required.
  • A recent passport photo not older than 6 months.
  • A passport with at least six month validity period and two blank visa pages for entry and return tickets.
  • A cover letter showing the travelers personal details and travel information is required.
  • Travel itinerary (proof of hotel reservation and travel ticket) after visa has been approved.
  • Applicants most recent monthly bank statement is needed. The bank statement must show the applicants name, account balance and the date the bank statement was issued.
  • If the bank statements are printed online it has to be stamped by the bank officials.
  • Income tax returns.
  • Employed applicants are expected to bring a letter from their employer. The letter should contain your employer's contact details, a note that a leave of absence has been granted to you, the purpose and duration of your trip and that you will be returning to your current job after the expiration of your tourist visa. The letter should be typed with your company’s letterhead. 

Canada Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This is a visa issued to Laotians visiting Canada for conferences, meetings, conventions or trade fairs. 
  • Applicants on this visa type are not allowed to enter the Canadian labor market. 
  • Laotians can visit Canada on a business visa for a stay for fewer than 6 months.
  • Applicants should have the necessary documents that support their business visa application. 
  • Applicants without the usual Canada business visa can apply for ''The business persons and business delegations visa''. 
  • The business persons and business delegations visa is a temporary visa that gives business travelers in Canada a stay usually less than 6 months. Business travelers with this visa are only allowed to discuss business and sign potential agreements, they are not allowed to work for any company in Canada with this visa. 
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover the stay period in Canada is required. 
  • Laotians visiting Canada on a business visa are not allowed to benefit from Canadian health coverage or apply for a Canadian document. 
  • Been a Laotian on a business visa to Canada, you must have proof that you are developing a business relationship with a company in Canada and you have been invited for a meeting or conference. 
  • Before you can be issued a business visa in Canada, You must have your own business in a country other than Canada or be an employee of a business registered in a country other than Canada.
  • Two recently taken passport photos. 
  • All documents to be submitted must be in English or French. If they are translated, a document must be provided stating that the translation is correct. 

Canada Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Laotian visiting Canada for study can apply for the Canadian student visa. 
  • Laotians applying for Canada student visa must have been offered admission into a designated learning institution in Canada. 
  • Applicants must have the following  documents to obtain a study visa in Canada:
    • A valid passport and other lawful travel documents required to study in Canada. 
    • Adequate financial resources to cover expenses charged by the educational institution and other personal expenses that may be incurred. 
    • Financial resources to cover return ticket after completion of the course of study. 
    • Medical certificate showing good health and fitness. 
    • A valid police certificate showing that the applicant has a clean criminal record. 
  • A letter of acceptance from the Canadian educational institute with a valid designated learning institution (DLI) number. 
  • A recently taken passport size photo and other necessary information to show proof of identity of the person accompanying the applicant. 
  • The Canadian student visa is valid for an additional 90 days after the expiry of your study program. Students who wish to extend their stay can do so. 





Canada Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Canada work visa is a visa issued to Foreigners visiting Canada in order to fill in a vacant job position.
  • Laotians who is skilled and experience to fill in a vacant job position in a Canadian company must apply for the Canadian work permit.
  • An offer of employment from a Canadian employer is usually required before the worker may be granted a Temporary Work Permit by the Department of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
  • Depending on the foreign worker's country of citizenship, a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) may also be needed in order to enter Canada.
  • Before a Temporary Work Permit can be issued, the 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.
  • Work Permits may be issued by Canadian immigration officials without the LMIA requirements in a limited number of situations.
  • Once the LMIA is granted, the Canadian employer can provide a temporary job offer to the foreign worker.
  • A Temporary Work Permit may be issued for a period of time ranging from a few days to a few years.
  • In most cases, the process of applying for a Work Permit is twofold.
  • First, the Canadian employer must receive government permission to hire outside Canada.
  • Once this permission has been granted, the designated employee must apply for and receive his or her Work Permit.





Canada Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

100.00 (CAD)

Business visa

185.00 (CAD)

Student visa

150.00 (CAD)

Work visa

155.00 (CAD)

Canada Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Laos

Location

Address

Vientiane

KM4, Thadeua Road, Watnak village Sisattanak District, P.O. Box 292 Vientiane Laos

http://travel.gc.ca/assistance/embassies-consulates/laos

vntne@international.gc.ca

+856 (0) 21 35 38 34

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for Canada tourist visa?

You can apply for Canada's tourist visa at the Canadian high commission embassy. You are also required to present your necessary travel documents to them at the embassy. 

Do I need vaccinations to travel to Canada?

Vaccines like hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rabies, polio, measles, meningitis, mumps and rubella (MMR) are required when traveling to Canada. 

What language is mostly spoken in Canada?

The official languages mostly spoken in Canada are English and French. 

What is Canada's most practiced religion?

Christianity is the largest practice religion in Canada representing 67.3% of the population.