Everything Nigeria citizens need to know about applying for a Canada visa. Updated April 2026.
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| Visa Type | Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — Visitor |
| Application Fee | CAD $100 + $85 biometrics |
| Processing Time | 8-16 weeks |
| Maximum Stay | 6 months per visit |
| Approx. Refusal Rate | 42% |
| Official Portal | Official application site |
IMM 5257 form via IRCC online portal
Biometrics fee CAD $85 (valid for 10 years)
Medical exam may be required depending on stay length
Full estimated cost: CAD $210-$750 (application + biometrics + VFS + medical)
Canada has the highest refusal rate for Nigerian applicants — prove both financial capacity AND genuine intent to return with independent evidence for each.
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Yes. Nigeria citizens need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — Visitor to visit Canada. The application fee is CAD $100 + $85 biometrics and standard processing takes 8-16 weeks. The approximate refusal rate for this corridor is 42%.
The Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — Visitor application fee is CAD $100 + $85 biometrics. Biometrics fee CAD $85 (valid for 10 years) Full estimated cost: CAD $210-$750 (application + biometrics + VFS + medical) Budget for the total cost including biometrics, service centre fees, and any required medical examinations.
Standard processing for Nigeria citizens applying for a Canada Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — Visitor takes 8-16 weeks. Apply well in advance of your intended travel date to allow for potential delays.
Beyond standard documents (valid passport, photos, financial proof), Nigeria citizens must meet these corridor-specific requirements: IMM 5257 form via IRCC online portal. Biometrics fee CAD $85 (valid for 10 years). Medical exam may be required depending on stay length. Full estimated cost: CAD $210-$750 (application + biometrics + VFS + medical). TravelReady generates a personalised checklist for the Nigeria-Canada corridor.
Canada has the highest refusal rate for Nigerian applicants — prove both financial capacity AND genuine intent to return with independent evidence for each. The most common rejection causes for this corridor are incomplete documentation, insufficient financial evidence, and weak ties to Nigeria. TravelReady's Expert Document Validation checks your documents against embassy rules specific to the Nigeria-Canada route before you submit.
Data sources: Requirements sourced from official embassy and consulate websites, IATA travel regulations, and government immigration portals.
Update policy: Requirements are reviewed continuously and updated within 24 hours when policy changes are announced. Last reviewed: April 2026
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