Canada visa for Russian citizens
Russian citizens need a visa to enter Canada.
Visa required Confidence: medium — Likely current — confirm details with the official source Last verified: (3 days ago)
- Status
- Visa required
- Max stay
- Set by visa
- Official cost
- 100 CAD
- Before departure
- Apply for a visa before you travel
Cost note
Visitor visa (temporary resident visa) application fee. Biometrics fee of $85 CAD additional.
What you need
- valid passport
- completed application online
- biometrics at VAC
- proof of funds
- letter of explanation
- return or onward ticket
Official source
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/entry-requirements-country.htmlUse the government route and fee only. Avoid lookalike agent sites that add markups or mimic official portals.
Why this verdict
Russian citizens require a temporary resident visa (TRV) to visit Canada. Biometrics are mandatory. Canada has imposed extensive sanctions on Russia which may affect visa processing times and approval rates. Processing times are longer than average.
Frequently asked questions
- Do Russian citizens need a visa for Canada?
- Russian citizens need a visa to enter Canada. (Visa required.)
- How long can Russian passport holders stay in Canada?
- The length of stay is set by the visa you are issued.
- How much does the Canada entry cost for Russian citizens?
- The official fee is 100 CAD. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.