Canada visa requirements for Swazis

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Swazis visiting Canada

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


  • An original Swaziland 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 Swaziland.
  • A report of good conduct from the Swaziland police showing the traveler 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 Swazis

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 4 months 180 days
Student visa 4 months Duration of study
Work visa 4 months 3 years

General Requirements for Canada Visa


  • An original Swaziland 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 Swaziland.
  • A report of good conduct from the Swaziland police showing the traveler 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 Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Visitor Visa

100.00 (CAD)

Student visa

150.00 (CAD)

Work visa

150.00 (CAD)

Canada Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Swaziland


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Frequently Asked Questions


Which cities can I visit while in Canada?

Canada being the second-largest country in the world based on the total area has a lot of cities and most of these cities are great destinations for tourists visiting the country. Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Halifax, Quebec City, Whitehorse, and Winnipeg are some of the cities to visit and have a great time while in Canada.


What is the language spoken in Canada?
Canada is officially a bilingual country with English and French as its official languages. All communications and services from the government are usually in both languages. Most Canadians in the major cities can speak both English and French so knowledge of either will be good enough for your trip to the country. English is the dominant language in all provinces except Quebec where French is treated as the main language.

What is the accepted currency in Canada?
The official currency of Canada is the Canadian dollar symbolized as C$ or CAD. It is sometimes simply referred to as a "dollar", "loonie" or "buck". In major tourist locations and communities close to the US border, you might receive change from merchants in US coins. There is a widespread network of ATMs where you may be able to use your bank card to withdraw money directly from your account at home. It is best to use chartered bank ATMs as the fees are often cheaper than the independent ATMs.

Is it safe to visit Canada?
Canada is regarded as one of the safest countries to visit and live in as there are hardly occurrences of violent crimes. Even in the largest cities, violent crime is not a serious problem, and very few people are ever armed. Certain neighborhoods like the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut are known to have higher crime rates than others so visitors are advised to carry out general safety cautions while in the country.