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Immigration (Non-Canadian Citizens) - FAQ

1. Who is responsible for the entry of non-Canadian citizens into Canada?
   
   
2. Do all non-Canadians require a visa to enter Canada?
   
   
3. Are there visa officers at all Canadian government offices overseas?
   
   
4. How much time does it take to obtain a Canadian visa?

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1.   Who is responsible for the entry of non-Canadian citizens into Canada?

Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) is responsible for matters relating to the entry of non-Canadians into Canada, including persons seeking entry as immigrants, visitors, refugees, students, or workers.

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2.   Do all non-Canadians require a visa to enter Canada?

No. The citizens of some countries are exempt from the visa requirement. Find out if you need a visa to enter Canada before leaving your country of citizenship.

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3.   Are there visa officers at all Canadian government offices overseas?

Visa officers are located at Canadian visa offices overseas. At Canadian government offices without visa officers, arrangements are made to forward visa applications to the nearest visa office.

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4.   How much time does it take to obtain a Canadian visa?

It depends on the type of visa required. For more information, contact the appropriate visa office.