Temporary Resident Visa/Permits and Travel Documents - Mail - In Application Process
As of October 23rd, Saudi Arabian citizens between the ages of 14 and 79 must give their biometrics (fingerprints and photograph) when applying for a visitor visa, study permit or work permit. This new requirement affects citizens of 29 countries and 1 territory. Find out if you need to give your biometrics.
Important Note: If you need to give your biometrics, DO NOT submit your application by mail to this CVAC. You must submit your application in person. The CVAC will collect your biometrics at the same time you submit your application.
Step 1 : Review information on visitor visa, study permit or work permit requirements on the CIC website and download appropriate application forms and checklists based on the purpose of your visit. Please refer to the “All About Your Visa” page to obtain details on visas/permits.
Step 2 : Fill out the application form and other relevant documents electronically and print.
Forms (Including the barcoded sheets) are to be printed on a white, bond quality, non-glossy paper, using a laser printer.
Step 3 : Read the Privacy Policy; complete and sign the VFS consent form,and attach it with the CIC application form and other supporting documents.
IMPORTANT: If a completed and signed CVAC consent form is not included with the application, we will NOT be able to assist you, and will be obligated to return the application to you.
Step 4 : Pay visa fees as per instructions on the Canadian Visa Office website
IMPORTANT: If your application is received without the correct payment for visa fees, we will not be able to assist you and your application will be returned to you.
Step 5 : Pay required CVAC Service Charge, and any fees for additional CVAC services, as per the Service Charge Schedule provided on the CVAC Website.
IMPORTANT: If your application is received without the correct payment for CVAC service charges, we will NOT be able to assist you and your application will be returned to you.
Bank draft for CVAC/VFS Service charges
1) Service charges to be paid via demand draft only and the same should be in Saudi Riyal Only (SAR).
2) Demand draft must be addressed to “Al Etimad Modern Business Solutions CO. Ltd’’ Make sure no prefix is added.
3) Demand Draft should only be taken from the Banks & not any other exchange companies.
4) We do not accept personal or company cheques.
5) Bank drafts must be valid for at least six (6) months from the date of issuance.
6) Please ensure that the bank does not forward your bank draft to this office.
7) Pay the exact fee for your application
Step 6 : Arrange forms and documents according to the CIC checklist.
Step 7 : Complete and sign the CVAC Mail-in Application Checklist, make sure you include it along with the application(s).
Step 8 : Decide how you want your documents to be returned to you.
Document collection or delivery after processing of your application by the Canadian Visa Office:
1) If you have opted for collection of your documents in person or through an authorised representative, you will receive an email notification advising you to collect your documents from the CVAC.
2) If you have opted for return of documents through courier or through a self-addressed prepaid envelope, the CVAC shall courier the documents upon receipt from the Canadian Visa Office. Please be sure to include a pre-paid mailer with Priority or Express Mail service (Aramex) in your application with your name and address on it.
Step 9 : Visit Aramex courier branch. In order to receive your passports by Aramex courier, you must include either:
1) A self-addressed pre-paid Aramex airway bill with the following information clearly written:
Receiver information:
Your complete name
Your complete physical address (NO P.O. BOX)
Your phone number (country code + area code + phone number)
Alternative contact information (country code + area code + phone number), if applicable
Shipper information:
Canada Canada Visa Application Centre,1st floor, Dove Plaza (Hyper Panda), Omm Al Hamam street, Omm Al Hamam, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Tel: 00966-1 4341810.
OR
2) A self-addressed (C4 or C5 sized) envelope with the following information clearly written or typed at the back of the envelope:
Your complete name
Your complete physical address (NO P.O. BOX)
Your phone number (country code + area code + phone number)
Alternative contact information (country code + area code + phone number), if applicable
We will only return passports through Aramex. Self-addressed airway bills from other courier companies will not be used and will be returned.
Step 10 : Mail or courier your completed and signed application forms, checklists, consent form, along with your passport, photographs, bank draft for Canada visa fee, bank draft for VFS service charges and courier fee receipt in a sealed envelope to Canada Visa Application Centre, The envelope should be addressed to:
Canada Visa Application Centre,
1st floor, Dove Plaza (Hyper Panda), Omm Al Hamam street, Omm Al Hamam, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Tel: 00966-1 4341810.
Step 11 : Track your delivery with the postal or courier company used to submit your application(s) to the CVAC.
Step 12 : You will receive an email notification containing your application tracking ID from the CVAC within 2 working days of receipt of your application.
