F-1 — Facilitation Visa

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At a Glance

Processing Time

1–15 days

Estimated Cost

CA$235 CAD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Duration of emergency visit

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Living in Canada

Cost of Living

8% cheaper than United States

Avg SalaryCA$50,000

Quality of Life

172/200

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Overview

A Facilitation Visa is a specialized, exceptional Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) counterfoil placed in a foreign passport to allow a Canadian citizen (who lacks a Canadian passport) to travel to Canada.

The Facilitation Visa is an administrative Canadian travel document — technically a Temporary Resident Visa counterfoil — issued by consular offices to Canadian citizens who cannot obtain a valid Canadian passport in time for urgent travel.

It is single-entry and valid only for the duration of the emergency visit. Issued in person at the nearest Canadian consulate, it requires proof of Canadian citizenship and a valid foreign passport to receive the counterfoil stamp.

This visa is ideal for dual Canadian citizens abroad who need to return to Canada urgently but cannot obtain a Canadian passport in time.

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