Applying for Canada Tourist Visa: Filipino Passport Holder

Yes, you can apply for a Canadian tourist visa from Australia as a Filipino passport holder who currently holds an Australian temporary visa. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to proceed:

Steps to Apply for a Canadian Tourist Visa from Australia

1. Determine Your Eligibility:

• As a Filipino passport holder, you need a visa to enter Canada.

• Holding a temporary visa in Australia does not affect your ability to apply for a Canadian visa.

2. Gather Required Documents:

• Valid Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay in Canada.

• Proof of Current Status in Australia: Provide evidence of your temporary visa status in Australia.

• Application Form: Complete the Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa) application form IMM 5257.

• Photos: Two recent passport-sized photographs that meet Canadian visa photo requirements.

• Proof of Financial Support: Show you have enough money to support yourself during your stay in Canada.

• Travel Itinerary: Include your travel plans and details of your stay in Canada.

• Ties to Australia: Provide evidence of your ties to Australia (e.g., employment, family, property) to demonstrate your intention to return.

3. Complete the Application Process:

• Online Application: Create an account and apply online through the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.

• Submit Biometrics: You will likely need to provide biometrics (fingerprints and a photo). This can be done at a designated Visa Application Centre (VAC) in Australia.

4. Pay the Application Fee:

• The fee for a visitor visa is CAD 100, and there is an additional biometrics fee of CAD 85 if required.

5. Attend an Interview (if required):

• In some cases, you may be asked to attend an interview at the Canadian consulate or embassy in Australia.

6. Wait for Processing:

• The processing time varies, so check the current processing times on the IRCC website.

7. Receive Decision:

• You will be notified of the decision on your application. If approved, your passport will be stamped with the visa.

Important Notes:

• Biometrics: You will need to give your biometrics as part of your application. Check the biometrics requirements.

• Visa Application Centres (VACs): Find a VAC in Australia where you can submit your biometrics. Locations can be found on the VFS Global website.

Resources:

• Canada.ca - Visit Canada

• VFS Global - Canada Visa Information

By following these steps and ensuring all your documents are in order, you should be able to successfully apply for a Canadian tourist visa from Australia.