The new IRCC portal for visitor and super visa applications is designed for individuals who meet specific criteria. Here’s what you need to know:
Eligibility Criteria:
– Age: You must be 18 years or older
– Application Type: You’re applying for a visitor visa or super visa
– First-Time Applicant: You must be applying for a visa for the first time
– Applying Alone: You can’t have a representative, and you’re applying individually
How to Apply:
1. Get an Invite Code: You’ll need an invite code to create an account
2. Create an Account: Sign in to the IRCC portal with your invite code
3. Complete the Online Form: Fill out the application form and upload required documents
4. Pay with a Credit Card:IRCC accepts major credit cards like Visa, Mastercard, and American Express
Types of Applications:
– Visitor Visa: For tourism, business, or visiting family
– Super Visa: For parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents
– Other Visas: Transit visa, marine crew member, or diplomatic posting
Keep in mind that the portal is still in development, and IRCC is continuously improving and expanding its features
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently issued 3,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) to Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates in the latest Express Entry draw held on June 12, 2025. To be considered, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 529. This draw follows a series of Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws and category-based selection draws for healthcare and social services occupations.
Here are some key details about the draw
– Number of ITAs Issued: 3,000
– CRS Score Cut-Off: 529
– Program Targeted: Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
– Date of Draw June 12, 2025
– Tie-Breaking Rule: September 28, 2024, at 18:06:46 UTC
IRCC has issued a total of 38,342 ITAs through the Express Entry system in 2025 so far
