Most applicants will be asked to provide biometrics, and many will need an immigration medical examination. Both are time-limited and instruction-driven.
Practical points
- Act on the biometrics instruction letter promptly; it has a deadline
- Attend an authorised collection site with the letter and your passport
- Immigration medical examinations must be completed by a panel physician
- Results have a validity period that can affect your timing
Keep every receipt
Confirmation letters and receipts are useful evidence if a step is later queried.
Immigration programs, requirements, processing procedures and timelines may change. Visitors should verify current requirements through official Government of Canada sources or discuss their individual circumstances with a qualified professional.
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