Visa Invitation letter is a stamp that someone knows you in Canada and increases your visa processing chances. Although, visa invitation is not a requirement for all visa applicants but it is surely good to have one than not!

To get a visa invitation letter for your Canada trip, you must know someone in Canada. The person in Canada can be a family member, relative, friend or even a friend of friend.

Though, it is suggested that you must get an invitation from the person who knows you well as it will better your chances of receiving visa.

Only those persons who have a Canadian status like Citizenship or permanent residency can give you the visa invitation letter.

Make sure to instruct the person writing your visa invitation letter to include the below mentioned key information. After completing the information, they should send the letter so that you can submit it with your visa application form. (Temporary visa application)

Also, in some cases, the visa officers may ask you to notarized invitation letter, applicable for some countries. Hence, it is suggested that you get the letter notarized ahead of time to avoid any last minute delays.

Below mentioned are some tips that you must follow for Visa Invitation Letter:

  • Information About The Visa Applicant

The person who has to write the letter (sponsor) for the person coming to Canada (tourist/visitor) must include the following information:

  1. Complete personal details including name, middle name, birth of date etc.
  2. Current address and telephone numbers
  3. Relationship with the person inviting you
  4. Reason for the purpose of your visit
  5. Time duration of your stay
  6. Place of accommodation (invitee place or at specific hotel)
  7. Financial expenses
  8. Date of leaving Canada
  • Information About The Invitee (Canadian)

The person inviting you must include the following information about themselves:

  1. Their personal details (full name, date of birth etc.)
  2. Permanent address in Canada and their telephone number
  3. Job title in Canada
  4. Canadian status (Canadian citizen or permanent resident)
  5. Proof of their Canadian status

For Citizens:

  • If the person was born in Canada: Canadian birth certificate or citizenship certificate
  • If the person naturalized as a Canadian citizen (swore the oath): Canadian citizenship certificate

For Permanent Residents:

  • PR Card
  • If they do not have a valid PR Card, a Record of Landing (IMM 1000), Confirmation of Permanent Residence or Verification of Status;
  1. Total number of persons living in the household anyone who was sponsored for permanent residence in the past, or anyone currently being sponsored inland.
  • Notarization of The Invitation Letter

Well, it is advisable to notarized your invitation letter as you never know when the mood of immigration officials changes.

Important thing to keep in mind: If you are required to submit biometrics as part of your visa application, the person who is invited to Canada should have their letter notarized before sending it to you.

Also, get your invitation letter notarized if you had any issues with the immigration department of Canada in past.

  • Sending The Invitation Letter

After the invitee has signed the letter, they can scan and email it to you for fast processing. Also, mailing is an option but it is time consuming.

  • Submitting The Invitation Letter

Your invitation letter must be submitted with your initial Canadian visa application.

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