Visit Visa Application (Using the new IRCC Portal)

[Darlyn Tanas]

Hello everyone.
There was a typo when we applied for my brother's visitors visa. I noticed the wrong year of birth when we received the biometric letter for him. I sent a webform but haven't heard anything yet. What is the time line after submitting a webform? Also, can he still do the biometrics despite the incorrect dates on the letter? Will they send us a new BIL if a correction to be made? Thank you all in advance!

 

[jay21]

Please Answer

VFS Ahmedabad deny to take passport due to name mismatch. I only have one week left now.

Details:
Applied for Supervisa from outside Canada.
Applied On : 28/May/2024
Passport request: 20/June/2024

IRCC has put maiden(before marraige) name on passport request letter instead on what’s on passport. Rest of the details including UCI no. and Application no., address all info are correct.

However, initial application submission letter has correct name, which was issued by IRCC too.

I sent webform on 20th June but didn’t receive any reply from IRCC & only 30 days to send passport for visa stamping.

VFS Ahmedabad deny to take passport due to name mismatch. I only have one week left now.

What should I do? Any advice?

I am thinking to send it through VFS mumbai via courier. Will they take it?

IRCC doesn’t talk on call for outland visitor visa application.

 

[AJobi]

Hello,

I submitted my parent's visit visa application last September 7, 2021. I used the new IRCC Portal. If anyone is on the same boat, let's share insights and updates.

September 7 - Application Submitted
September 10 - Biometrics done

No request for medical as of the moment. Intended to stay for less than 6 months, but hoping to travel this november 2021.

Good morning sir ,
I’m 44 years from Nigeria would like to apply for visit visa to Canada
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I will like to know which of these two applications page to use that very fast in process visiting visa ( IRCC secure account or IRCC Portal ) ?

 

[moliKT]

Hi guys, do we have a WHats app group for TRV 2024latest? Thanks

 

[nameissanj]

My parents applied for a visitor visa from India in Dec 2024, provided biometric in New Delhi and opted for VFS premium lounge facility. Their application was rejected in Jan 2025.
We recently reapplied for the visitor visa and this time they are approved and we are trying to submit the request for passport submission through courier but have few questions as this is a new application which was approved.

1. Did you enroll for biometrics with this application?
Shall we answer yes because the biometric provided for the first application was used for the second application.

2. Did you opted for premium lounge with the biometric?
Will this be yes or no as the premium lounge was opted for previous application

 

[dingkoy]

how long does it take for the parents visit visa from biometrics to passport request ? thanks you. philippines.

 

[Bunny Thapar]

Visitor Visa – 3rd Attempt for My Sister-in-Law | Feedback Welcome

Hi everyone,

We just submitted a 3rd visitor visa application for my sister-in-law (Indian citizen) and would love your thoughts.

Application History:

• June 2022: Applied with my in-laws → her visa refused (in-laws approved).
• Sept 2022: Reapplied with medical background (Disclosed that she had meningitis, was fully dependent) → refused again.
• GCMS Notes: Refusals cited “lack of ties” and “weak finances” (LUCKLIY - no mention of medical reasons).

We waited over 2 years before reapplying.

What’s Changed:

• She’s now working full-time (Sales Associate since Aug 2023, ₹35K/month).
• Has ₹619,000 (~CAD $10K) in her account.
• This time, we did not show full sponsorship - positioned her as financially stable and working.
• Visit purpose is clear and focused: to attend the Ganesh Festival (Aug 27, 2025) and reunite with her twin sister (my wife) - we avoided generic tourism reasons.
• Intended stay: ~2 months.

Current Application:

• Applied: June 29, 2025 via new IRCC portal
• Note: No IMM forms or photo upload requested (IS THIS NORMAL?)

Documents Submitted:

Sister-in-law:

1. Cover letter (focused on family visit + festival)
2. Bank statement (Sept 2023–present, ₹619K)
3. 6 months’ pay slips
4. 2-month employer leave letter
5. Doctor’s note (seizure-free 2+ years)
6. RIMI travel insurance ($500K, $0 deductible, 2 months

My Wife (Host):

1. 6 months’ bank statement (CAD $21,500)
2. 6 months’ pay slips
3. Letter of invitation (for Ganesh Festival)
4. Birth certificates (proving sibling/twin relationship)
5. Mention of our new home purchased in 2024
6. Copies of our passports + Canadian citizenship certificates

Looking For:

• Honest feedback on her chances this time
• Similar reapplication success stories
• Any advice on how IRCC may view this improved situation

Thanks so much in advance!