Canada visa requirements for Ugandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ugandans visiting Canada

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

Canada Visa for Ugandans

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 2-20 weeks 6 months
Business visa 2-20 weeks 6 m0nths
Work visa 2-20 weeks 6-12 months
Student visa 2-20 weeks varies

General Requirements for Canada Visa

Canada Visitor Visa Canada Business visa Canada Work visa Canada Student visa

Canada Visitor Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Canadian tourist visa allows applicants to visit Canada for the purpose of tourism and leisure.
  • A Canadian tourist visa is also known as the Canadian visitor visa or Canadian temporary resident visa (TVR). 
  • The Canada tourist visa is valid for a maximum period of six months.
  • The Canada tourist visa is of two types:
  • Single entry visa
  • Multiple entry visa
  • Both the visas are valid for a fixed period and cannot be used after they expire.
  • The single entry visa allows the visa holder to enter Canada just once.
  • After the visa holder leaves Canada, except for traveling to the United States and St. Pierre and Miquelon, he or she will need a new visa to enter Canada again.
  • If the tourist is traveling to the United States (including its territories and possessions) or St. Pierre and Miquelon, he or she will not need a new visitor visa to return to Canada.
  • A multiple entry visa allows a visitor to come and go from Canada for six months at a time, without having to reapply each time.
  • The multiple entry visa can be valid for up to 10 years, or one month before the visa holder’s passport expires, whichever happens first.

Canada Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Canadian business visa is issued to those with the intention of doing business in Canada.
  • Business visitors don’t need work permits, but they must demonstrate they are only visiting Canada for one of the following reasons: to seek out ways to grow their business, to invest or to advance their business relationships.
  • If you’re working for a Canadian company, you’re not considered a business visitor and might need to obtain a work permit.
  • The Canadian government differentiates between business visitors and business people. Business people work in Canada under a free trade agreement.
  • As a business visitor, you are only allowed to stay in Canada for less than six months; otherwise, you need to obtain a work permit.
  • You are also not allowed to enter the Canadian labor market as a business visitor.
  • Your main source of income and profits and place of business must not be in Canada.
  • You must prove that you have enough money for your stay and return home and you plan to leave Canada at the end of your visit.

Canada Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Ugandans can work in Canada on a temporary basis but they will require a 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 requirement 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 Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • In order to study in Canada, you will need to obtain a Canadian study permit.
  • This student permit also serves as a Canadian student visa for the duration of your stay.
  • Once you have a Canadian study permit, you can apply to renew it from within Canada if you decide to continue your studies.
  • For full-time students registered at an accredited higher education institution, a study permit also allows you to work part-time on campus.
  • With the study permit, 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 find work after you graduate.
  • You can apply for a Canadian study permit either online or through a paper application, which can be obtained from the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) website.
  • Paper applications typically take about twice as long, and it’s always recommended to check the processing times well in advance.
  • Applicants from Europe, the Middle East or Africa may need to provide biometrics (photograph and fingerprints) during the visa application.
  • Some applicants may also need to get a medical exam and/or police check before submitting their application.
  • You will not be able to get a study permit if you have a criminal record – you may be asked to provide a Police Clearance Certificate as proof that you have not been convicted of any crime.
  • Unless you’re from the US or St. Pierre and Miquelon, you will need to prove you have a valid passport which allows you to return to your country of origin after your course is complete.
  • Two passport-sized pictures are also required, with your name and date of birth written on the back.
  • You will also need to make sure you have enough money to pay for transportation to return home.

Canada Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Visitor Visa

150.00 (USD)

Business visa

150.00 (USD)

Work visa

150.00 (USD)

Student visa

150.00 (USD)

Canada Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Uganda

Location

Address

Frequently Asked Questions

How productive is Canada?

Technically, Canada is a productive nation. Canada is the 14th most productive country by GDP (PPP) per hour worked (50.29 USD).

How long does it take to become a permanent resident in Canada?

Generally, it takes about 45 days to process PR cards for new permanent residency once the IRCC receives a complete application package from individuals who have fulfilled their residency requirements.

Is an interview required for a Canada visa?

Depending on individual circumstances, so Ugandan visa applicants may be called for a personal interview at the embassy while others would not.

How many months-old bank statement do I need to show during a Canada visa application?

Ideally, if you can furnish the processing embassy with a bank statement between 4 to 6 months, it is enough for them to access your financial standing.

I would like to study in Canada,which Web site should I go to apply????
How much does it cost to go to Canada as avistor?
OMARA DAVID

2 weeks ago

i need to go as avisitor

canada visa available for ugandans in this months from February to April?
If I have an invitation for a conference what type of VISA do I apply for??
Lugemwa Paul

9 months ago

Am inquiring about what of visa do I apply for if am invited for conference in Canada?

Paul Lugemwa

9 months ago

Am inquiring about what type of visa do I apply for if am invited for conference in Canada?

Am a Ugandan but currently leaving in Qatar can l apply visit visa for Canada in Qatar Doha??
Good evening sir. I would like to travel to Canada for a Rotary conference in may 2023. Am I still in time. I would like to submit my request next week. Thank you Willy?
Where can l get the application forms for canada visa application in Uganda?
How can I get a Canadian visa in Uganda?
Francis maluth

11 months ago

Francis maluth

The visa about conference?
Iwant job in Canada,what can I do please?
NJUKI BRIAN KIZITO

9 months ago

How do I get to know about the available employers willing to employee people from uganda?

Iwant job in Canada,what can I do please?
I want job in Canada how can I get one?
PRINCESS KANYENA

9 months ago

HOW CAN I GET A JON IN CANADA

Do they issue Canadian work visas in Uganda?
Mpigika Asaph

10 months ago

Where can I get forms for canada visa

Where is physical address or office of Canada agent in uganda?
Can I apply only and upload all the requirements??
What are the standard visa requirements for a Ugandan to travel to Canada?