Canada Visa Requirements for China Citizens
Entry Requirements Summary
China citizens must obtain a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), also called a visitor visa, before travelling to Canada. Apply through IRCC.
Requirements summarized from IRCC's official lists. Data last reviewed: . Criminal admissibility is governed by IRPA s.36.
Documents Required
- Valid Chinese passport (6+ months validity)
- Completed online visa application
- Digital photo
- Biometrics
- Proof of financial support
- Travel itinerary
- Ties to home country
Processing Time & Application
Estimated processing time: 3–8 weeks
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Processing times from China
IRCC publishes processing times by the country you apply from. These are its published figures for applications made from China.
| Visitor visa (outside Canada) | 29 days |
|---|---|
| Study permit | 3 weeks |
| Work permit | 8 weeks |
IRCC bases these figures on how long most complete applications recently took. Your own application can take longer.
IRCC figures last updated June 10, 2026. Check the official IRCC tool
Connecting through a Canadian airport? Travellers from visa-required countries normally need a transit visa, which is free, for airport connections of 48 hours or less. IRCC transit rules
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