APPLICATION FOR A TEMPORARY RESIDENT VISA - CHECKLIST

Embassy of Canada in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Thank you for your interest in Canada. Please read the following carefully before submitting your
application. Additional information is available on the visitor Instruction Guide (IMM 5256).

Properly completing the application and providing the complete documentation requested is the
responsibility of the applicant. By doing so, the applicant increases his chances of receiving a
favourable decision within our estimated processing times.

Any document not in English or French must be accompanied by a certified translation.
You must provide original documentation along with a photocopy of each document.
Any preparations you make, such as paying administration or tuition fees, are done entirely at
your own risk.
Please feel free to provide any other additional documentation that will justify and support the
purpose of your travelling to Canada.

Returning students with valid Student Permit for Canada: If there is no need to renew your Student
Permit, you must apply for a Temporary Resident Visa. In addition to all other requirements, make
sure you also submit a copy and/or original of your valid Study Permit along with your complete
academic record-transcripts from the school(s) you attended in Canada & an updated letter
from the school you are attending, clearly stating that you are a registered student and of
good standing. The fee for a multiple-entry visa is required.

Returning workers with valid Work Permit for Canada: In addition to the following requirements, make
sure you also submit a copy and/or original of your valid Work Permit with an updated letter
from your current employer confirming your employment. Multiple-entry visa fee is required.
You must submit the following:
Completed and signed APPLICATION FOR A TEMPORARY RESIDENT VISA FORM (IMM 5257)
Please ensure you include a mobile, telephone, fax number and e-mail address on the application.

NOTE: Please complete the IMM 5257 form on your computer. Before you print the application form, click
on a validate button. They are found at the top and the bottom of the application form. When submitting
your completed and signed application form, be sure to include the last page (page 5 of 5) that will
contain your data in barcodes.




Staple two passport-sized photos to the application: full name and date of birth written on the back of
each photo. Men must not wear any head covering.



Family Information [IMM 5645], completed and signed.


Supplementary Form: to be completed by the applicant.
You must answer all questions. If a question does not apply to you, please write N/A.


Schedule 1 [IMM 5257B_1] - if you answer ''Yes'' to any of questions 4 to 7 of the BACKGROUND
INFORMATION section of the IMM 5257, please fill out properly and submit the IMM 5257B form to avoid
additional delay.


Fee payment: Ensure that you have paid the correct fee.


Valid passport or travel documents: Please include your original passport or travel document.
If you are planning to travel to other countries while your visa is being processed, please submit, along with your
application, a photocopy of the page(s) of your passport showing: your identity, photo and validity of your
passport in addition to a cover letter explaining the reason why you are not submitting your passport, and the
date you will send it, to allow for the completion of the application process. Please note that we will not send you
a reminder.
We recommend that your passport be valid for a minimum of six months upon arrival at the Canadian Port of
Entry.










We do not accept passports including more than one person. One passport per person required. Children must
each have their own passport.
You may also submit any previous passports you have used in order to show your previous travel history.
Proof of funds (Not applicable to holders of Saudi Arabian passports): Proof that you are able to afford
your trip to Canada, such as: a letter from your employer, proof of your income, proof of your savings, proof of
your inviters position or income.



Occupation:
Worker: please provide an employment letter stating position, salary, length of service & dates of
contract, or proof of retirement income if applicable.
Self-employed: please provide a copy of your business/trade licence.
Student: please provide a letter of enrolment in your current school and your complete academic record
with transcripts.
Other: please submit proof of your most recent occupation as either a worker or a student.


Invitation letter from friends or relatives in Canada:
If you are visiting friends or relatives in Canada, a letter, e-mail, or fax of invitation must be submitted together
with evidence of their legal authorization to be in Canada (temporary or permanent resident, citizen). DO NOT
HAVE RELATIVES OR FRIENDS SENDING THE DOCUMENTATION DIRECTLY TO THE EMBASSY. PLEASE PROVIDE
THE DOCUMENTATION ALONG WITH YOUR APPLICATION.


Business invitation:
If an employer funded your travel, please provide company authorization/funding letter for your business
visit to Canada. The letter should justify the reason of your business visit to Canada.
A detailed invitation letter from any Canadian firm(s) also justifying the reason of your visit.

DO NOT HAVE FIRM(S) SENDING THE INVITATION DIRECTLY TO THE EMBASSY. PLEASE PROVIDE WITH THE
APPLICATION.



If applicable, please submit the following:

Use of a Representative [IMM 5476]


Children under 18 years travelling without their parents:
A letter of consent from both parents along with a Custodianship Declaration.
A letter of consent from the other parent if travelling with one parent.


Non National Saudi Citizen: If you are not a Saudi Citizen, you must provide proof of your present immigration
status in Saudi Arabia as well as a copy of your exit and re-entry visa.


Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union [IMM 5409]