Transit Visa document checklist for Canada — 2026
The Canada Transit Visa document checklist covers 12 items: identity documents, financial proof, travel bookings, employment or study evidence, insurance, and a cover letter. Missing any single item is the single largest cause of Canada visa rejections.
28dStandard
9dPriority
89%Approval
CAD 100Gov fee
Key points at a glance
- Passport — Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay with 2 blank pages.
- Biometric Photograph — 35×45 mm, white background, taken within last 3 months, matching passport.
- Application Form — Fully completed, signed, and printed application form specific to the destination and visa type.
- Bank Statements — Last 3–6 months, stamped by the bank, showing sufficient balance and regular activity.
- Income Tax Returns — Last 2 assessment years, filed with the Income Tax Department of India.
- Employment Proof — NOC and leave-sanction letter from employer, salary slips for last 3 months.
- Business Registration — Certificate of incorporation, GST registration, and last 2 years' business ITR.
- Flight Itinerary — Confirmed round-trip reservation matching the requested visa dates.
- Accommodation Proof — Confirmed hotel bookings for the entire stay or notarised invitation from a host.
- Travel Insurance — Covering the entire duration; Schengen requires minimum €30,000 medical cover.
- Cover Letter — Purpose of visit, day-wise itinerary, ties to India, funding source.
- Invitation Letter — From host or business partner, with their ID proof and address proof.
How Altys files this transit visa for Canada
- Free profile assessment on WhatsApp (10 minutes)
- Personalised document checklist against Canada embassy patterns
- Application drafting, cover letter, and pre-submission audit
- Appointment booking at New Delhi VFS
- Post-approval briefing (entry rules, insurance, forex)
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Frequently asked questions
How long does a Transit Visa to Canada take from India?
Standard processing is about 28 working days after biometrics. Priority routes can bring this down to 9 days for eligible profiles.
What is the Transit Visa fee for Canada?
The government fee is roughly CAD 100. Total end-to-end cost with VFS, insurance, and Altys concierge filing starts at approximately ₹13,200.
Do I need to appear in person for a Transit Visa to Canada?
Yes. Biometrics are collected at the New Delhi application centre. Altys books the earliest available slot.
What is the Transit Visa approval rate for Canada?
Altys observes an approval rate of 89% across Transit Visa filings for Canada in the last 12 months.
How long can I stay in Canada on a Transit Visa?
A Transit Visa for Canada generally permits stays of up to 5 days per entry, with visa validity of 3 months from date of issue.
Can Altys handle rejected Canada Transit Visa reapplications?
Yes. Altys rebuilds the file against embassy refusal patterns, prepares a fresh cover narrative, and coaches interviews where required. Contact us on WhatsApp +919870283848.
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About this data
Sources: Canada embassy notifications, VFS Global service standards, and internal Altys filings from the last 12 months. Reviewed by Altys Editorial Desk. Last updated 2026-07-11.