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"name": "Can I get a Canada transit visa online?",
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"text": "Yes, you can apply for the Canada transit visa online via the official portal of IRCC. The steps to apply for a Canada Transit visa are: Step 1: Create an IRCC account. Step 2: Fill out the visa application form. Step 3: Upload the documents required according to the checklist. Step 4: Submit the biometrics. Step 5: Wait for approval. Step 6: Get your Canada Transit Visa."
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"name": "What are the Canada transit visa requirements for Indians?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "The requirements to apply for a Canada Transit Visa are listed below: An original and valid passport, Completed visa application form, Family information form, Recent passport-sized photographs, Details of travel itinerary, Details of connecting flights, Medical fitness certificate, Police clearance certificate, and other documents specified by the IRCC."
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"name": "Is the Canada Transit visa free?",
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"text": "Yes, the Canada Transit visa is free to obtain, as there are no processing fees or biometrics fees charged to applicants."
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"name": "How long is the Canada transit visa valid?",
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"text": "The Canada Transit visa is valid for 48 hours and can allow single or dual entry to Canada, depending on your travel plans."
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"name": "Can I travel within Canada with a transit visa?",
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"text": "Yes, Indians can travel in Canada with a transit visa, provided the gap between two connecting flights is more than 6 hours but less than 48 hours."
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"name": "How do I apply for a Canada transit visa from India?",
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"text": "The steps to apply for a Canada Transit visa from India are as follows: Step 1: Set up your IRCC account. Step 2: Select “Transit visa” and fill out the visa application. Step 3: Arrange the required documents and upload them. Step 4: Complete the visa fee payment. Step 5: Submit your biometrics and attend the visa interview (if needed). Step 6: Await the visa approval."
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"name": "Is the Canada transit visa free for Indian citizens?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "Yes, the Canada transit visa is free for Indian citizens who wish to transit through Canada with a layover of less than 48 hours. Indians are eligible for a free Canadian transit visa that permits them to pass through air or land between international flights without requiring a visitor visa."
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"name": "What documents are required for a Canada transit visa?",
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"text": "The documents required for a Canada transit visa are as follows: • An original passport with a minimum validity of 6 months • A fully filled transit visa application form • Copies of the latest passport-sized photographs • Family Information Forms (IMM 5645 or IMM 5707) • Proof of travel itinerary • Letter of Invitation (if required) • Information about the connecting flights • Proof of medical insurance • Criminal clearance certificate"
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"name": "How long does it take to get a Canadian transit visa?",
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"text": "While the exact time it takes to get a Canada transit visa is uncertain, it generally takes a few weeks or less to process a Canada transit visa. The processing time may differ based on the visa office you are applying to and other additional factors. It is advised to apply for a Canada transit visa at least 15 days before your travel date."
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"name": "What if I have a valid US visa—do I still need a Canada transit visa?",
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"text": "You may still need a Canada transit visa or an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) to transit through Canada successfully. Whether or not you need a transit visa generally depends on your nationality, the travel document you have, your purpose, and mode of travel."
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