Travelling, studying, migrating, or relocating to Canada is the ultimate dream of every Nigerian. Canada is like a paradise for Nigerian students, offering the best study destination. It also provides a perfect work environment with abundant opportunities for skilled and unskilled jobs.
Nigeria, on the other hand, is a wonderful country blessed with rich human and natural resources. However, living in Canada opens up a whole new world of possibilities in terms of academics, career growth, access to healthcare, and security. There are so many reasons why Canada is the place to be!
Planning to travel or live in Canada? Well, the first step is to get that precious visa approval from the High Commission of Canada in Abuja, Nigeria. They’ve got your back, don’t worry! Now, let me tell you something cool. Canada has not one, not two, but three Consular offices in Nigeria.
You can find them in Port Harcourt, Lagos, and of course, Abuja. However, if you’re a Nigerian looking for visa services, you’ll want to head straight to the High Commission of Canada Office in Abuja. They’ve got everything you need right there.
Now, let’s dive into the exciting stuff. I’m going to walk you through Naira’s Canadian Visa categories and application fees. Super important stuff, but don’t worry, I’ve got your back. If you have any questions or need clarification, just drop a comment and I’ll be more than happy to help you out. Your satisfaction is my priority!
Oh, and before I forget, make sure to stick around till the end of this article. Why? Well, because I’ve got some awesome links for you to explore. You can read all about studying and working in Canada. Trust me, it’s worth it! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s make your Canadian dreams come true!
For this purpose, I would use the Canadian Dollar (CAD) to allocate the visa fees, equivalent to the CBN rate of 323.36 when writing this post.
Temporary Residence
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Study Permit
CAD 150
₦48,503
Study Permit Renewal
CAD 350
₦113,174
Work Permit
CAD 155
₦50,120
Work Permit (including extensions) – per group (3 or more performing artists)
CAD 465
₦150,360
Open Work Permit Holder
CAD 100
₦32,335
Restore your Status as a Worker
CAD 355
₦114,791
Visitor Visa (including super visa)
CAD 100
₦32,335
Visitor Visa – per family (1 fee per family of 5 or more people)
CAD 500
₦161,677
Extend your Stay as a Visitor
CAD 100
₦32,335
Restore your Status as a Visitor
CAD 200
₦64,671
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
CAD 7
₦2,263
International Experience Canada
CAD 156
₦50,443
Temporary Resident Permit
CAD 200
₦64,671
This table contains the Canadian Temporary Resident visa fees in Naira.
Permanent Residence
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Permanent Resident Cards
CAD 50
₦16,167
Permanent Resident Travel Document
CAD 50
₦16,167
Permit Holders Class
CAD 850
₦274,852
Your application (without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 335
₦108,324
Right of Permanent Residence Fee
CAD 515
₦166,528
Protected Person
CAD 570
₦184,312
This table contains the Canadian Permanent Residence visa fees in Naira.
Business Immigration
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Application Fee
CAD 2,140
₦691,980
Application (without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 1,625
₦525,452
Include your spouse or partner
CAD 1,365
₦441,380
Include your spouse or partner (without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 850
₦274,852
Include a dependent child
CAD 230
₦74,371
This table contains the Canadian Business Immigration visa fees in Naira.
Caregivers
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Application Fee
CAD 2,140
₦691,980
Application (without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 1,625
₦525,452
Include your spouse or partner
CAD 1,365
₦441,380
Include your spouse or partner (without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 850
₦274,852
Include a dependent child
CAD 230
₦74,371
This table contains the Canadian Caregiver’s Immigration visa fees in Naira.
Economic Immigration
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Application Fee
CAD 1,365
₦441,380
Include your spouse or partner (without the right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 850
₦274,852
Include your spouse or partner
CAD 1,365
₦441,380
Include your spouse or partner (without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 850
₦274,852
Include a dependent child
CAD 230
₦74,371
This table contains the Canadian Economic Immigration visa fees in Naira.
Humanitarian and Compassionate
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Application Fee
CAD 1,085
₦350,840
Include your spouse or partner (without the right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 570
₦184,312
Include your spouse or partner
CAD 1,085
₦350,840
Include your spouse or partner (without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 570
₦184,312
Include a dependent child
CAD 155
₦50,120
This table contains the Canadian Humanitarian and Compassionate visa fees in Naira.
Family Sponsorship
Adopted Children and Other Relatives
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Sponsor your relative (22 years or older)
CAD 1,080
₦349,223
Sponsor your relative (22 years or older without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 565
₦182,695
Sponsor a dependant, adopted child (or child to be adopted) or orphaned relative
CAD 150
₦48,503
Include the spouse or partner of your relative (without the right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 155
₦50,120
Sponsor your relative (under 22 years old and not your dependent child)
CAD 665
₦215,031
Sponsor your relative (under 22 years old and not your dependent child, without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 150
₦48,503
Include the spouse or partner of your relative
CAD 1,085
₦350,840
Include the spouse or partner of your relative (without right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 570
₦184,312
This table contains the Canadian Adopted Children and Other Relatives visa fees in Naira.
Parents and Grandparents
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Sponsor your parent or grandparent
CAD 1,080
₦349,223
Sponsor your parent or grandparent (without the right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 565
₦182,695
Include the spouse or partner of your parent or grandparent
CAD 1,085
₦350,840
Include the spouse or partner of your parent or grandparent (without the right of permanent residence fee)
CAD 570
₦184,312
Include a dependent child of your parent or grandparent
CAD 155
₦50,120
This table contains the Canadian Parents and Grandparents’ visa fees in Naira.
Spouse, Partner or Children
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Sponsor your spouse or partner
CAD 1,080
₦349,223
Sponsor your spouse or partner without right of permanent residence fee
CAD 565
₦182,695
Sponsor a dependent child
CAD 150
₦48,503
Include any dependent child
CAD 155
₦50,120
This table contains the Canadian Spouse, Partner or Children visa fees in Naira.
Citizenship
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Adult (18 and over)
CAD 630
₦203,713
Stateless adult (18 or over) born to Canadian parent
CAD 100
₦32,335
Minor (under 18)
CAD 100
₦32,335
This table contains the Canadian Citizenship visa fees in Naira.
Other Citizenship Fees and Services
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Citizenship certificate (proof of citizenship)
CAD 75
₦24,251
Search for your record of citizenship
CAD 75
₦24,251
Resume your citizenship (18 and over)
CAD 530
₦171,378
Resume your citizenship (under 18)
CAD 100
₦32,335
Renounce your citizenship
CAD 100
₦32,335
Right of Citizenship
CAD 100
₦32,335
This table contains the Canadian Other Citizenship Fees and Services visa fees in Naira.
Inadmissibility
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Authorization to return to Canada
CAD 400
₦129,342
Inadmissible on the grounds of criminality
CAD 200
₦64,671
Inadmissible on the grounds of serious criminality
CAD 1,000
₦323,355
Repay your removal expenses
CAD 1,500
₦485,033
Temporary resident permit – per person
CAD 200
₦64,671
This table contains the Canadian Inadmissibility visa fees in Naira.
Other Applications and Services
Type of Visa
Visa Application Fee (CAD $)
Visa Application Fee (₦)
Biometrics
CAD 85
₦27,485
Employer compliance fee
CAD 230
₦74,371
Employer compliance fee – group of entertainers (3 or more)
CAD 690
₦223,115
Verify your status or replace an immigration document
CAD 30
₦9,700
This table contains the Canadian Inadmissibility visa fees in Naira.
If you have any questions or need clarification, don’t hesitate to reach out. I am here with open arms, eager to assist you in any way possible. Let’s dive in, shall we?
