🇮🇳India→Canada 🇨🇦
Canada TRV (tourism) from India: ~80% refusal late 2024 (IRCC Visa Integrity).
IRCC tightened scrutiny on Indian files significantly in 2024. The bar moved; the documentation has to move with it.
Last verified · Sources: IRCC TRV refusal data 2024 (Visa Integrity initiative)
The three things the Canada consulate flags most
These are the visa-type-specific patterns we close before submission for every India tourist (leisure) file.
- 1Purpose-of-visit lacks specificity (no day-by-day + paid bookings)
- 2Travel history considered weak vs. stated trip cost
- 3Family ties in Canada not disclosed transparently
What you'll need for this tourist (leisure) visa
The Canada consulate expects every item below. SwiftPass verifies each one before submission and flags gaps.
- Valid passport (6+ months validity beyond intended stay)
- Passport-sized photos to destination spec
- Completed visa application form
- Day-by-day itinerary (named cities, dates, activities)
- Paid (not just reserved) hotel bookings for each night
- Paid return flight booking
- Paid internal transport (train / domestic flight / rental car)
- Your 6-month bank statements showing trip is funded
- Travel insurance (€30,000 for Schengen; varies elsewhere)
- Proof of ties to home (employment letter, leave approval, property)
- Letter explaining purpose of visit + travel plan
From intake to decision
The steps SwiftPass takes you through, with realistic durations.
- 1
Document collection
3–7 daysPaid bookings, day-by-day itinerary, insurance, bank statements. We send the checklist.
- 2
SwiftPass pre-audit
1–2 daysWe pre-check every document against the destination consulate's actual requirements.
- 3
Application submission
same daySubmit through the official channel.
- 4
Biometrics
variesMost tourist visas need in-person biometrics.
- 5
Embassy processing
IRCC: ~4–10 weeks onlineEmbassy decision period.
What this tourist (leisure) visa to Canada actually costs
Full picture — SwiftPass fee + the Canada government visa fee + supporting costs that other platforms hide.
| Line item | Amount |
|---|---|
SwiftPass Priority service fee Flat — same across destinations + visa types | $499 |
Canada government visa fee Paid directly to embassy or via official portal | ~$75 |
Biometrics fee (VFS / TLS / BLS / VAC) Paid at the application centre on the appointment day | $25–$85 |
Travel insurance Strongly recommended; some posts require it | $25–$90 |
Document translations (if applicable) Required by some Schengen / national posts for non-English / non-host-language documents | $15–$50 per doc |
| Estimated all-in (USD) | $639–$949 |
Estimate range. Actual amounts vary by document count, courier choice, and currency conversion at the time of payment.
What free AI can't do for your visa
AI can read the form. SwiftPass files it and is on the hook.
Google AI Mode, ChatGPT, and Gemini can explain your visa process for free. They cannot fill it, submit it, book your biometrics, or sign accountability for the outcome. That's what your SwiftPass account does.
Personal eligibility score
Your Canada approval score for a India passport — in 60 seconds.
Free AI tools give you generic odds. SwiftPass's Approval IQ scores your actual profile against real Canada refusal patterns for India passport holders — and shows the specific gaps your application will be judged on. Free to view; full improvement plan unlocked inside your dashboard.
Get my Approval IQ scoreAnswers for India applicants
What is the Canada tourist (leisure) visa refusal rate from India?
Canada TRV (tourism) from India: ~80% refusal late 2024 (IRCC Visa Integrity). (Source: IRCC TRV refusal data 2024 (Visa Integrity initiative).)
Where do I apply for a Canada tourist (leisure) visa from India?
IRCC online · VAC New Delhi / Mumbai / Chandigarh / Bangalore. Typical embassy processing time: IRCC: ~4–10 weeks online.
What are the most common refusal reasons for India applicants to Canada (tourist (leisure))?
(1) Purpose-of-visit lacks specificity (no day-by-day + paid bookings) (2) Travel history considered weak vs. stated trip cost (3) Family ties in Canada not disclosed transparently
How much does a India → Canada tourist (leisure) visa cost in total?
Realistic all-in cost: $639–$949 USD. This includes the SwiftPass Priority service fee ($499 flat), the Canada government visa fee, biometrics fee, travel insurance, and document translations where applicable.
How long does the Canada tourist (leisure) visa take from India?
End-to-end: typically 2–6 weeks depending on document readiness. Document collection + SwiftPass pre-audit takes 5–10 days; embassy processing takes IRCC: ~4–10 weeks online.
What does SwiftPass do for India applicants to Canada?
SwiftPass pre-checks every document against the Canada consulate's actual requirements, identifies the top refusal risks for your specific profile (three flagged for this corridor — see above), and packages the application in the order the consular officer reads it. End-to-end service from intake to submission.
Source: IRCC TRV refusal data 2024 (Visa Integrity initiative)
Recent approvals
Recent Canada approvals through SwiftPass
Real decisions from the last 60 days — initials only, no document identifiers. Days-to-decision is wall-clock from SwiftPass submission to embassy/consulate decision.
| Applicant | Passport | Destination | Visa type | Days | Decision |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.M. | Kenya | Canada | Visitor | 12 | Approved |
| J.O. | Kenya | Canada | Visitor | 16 | Approved |
| A.M. | Kenya | Canada | Visitor | 21 | Approved |
| C.N. | Nigeria | Schengen | Schengen | 9 | Approved |
| T.A. | Nigeria | Schengen | Schengen | 14 | Approved |
| O.I. | Nigeria | Schengen | Schengen | 19 | Approved |
Outcomes reflect SwiftPass-prepared applications. Approval is determined by the issuing embassy/consulate, not SwiftPass. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Inside your SwiftPass dashboard
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When you pay SwiftPass, you get a real client dashboard — not a conversation. Every document, status update, and decision is tracked in one place you can sign into anytime.
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Status timeline
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Stripe-protected payment ledger
Tier upgrades, government fees, and add-ons all itemized. Stripe receipts for everything.
90-day refund SLA
Refund window enforced by the dashboard, not a promise. Signed terms inside your account.
One login, every application
Family applications, repeat visas, country switches — all in one client dashboard.
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