Canada Visa for Indians Living in UAE (2026): Requirements, Fees & How to Apply
Indian passport holders need a visa for Canada. Here is the full 2026 picture for Indians living in the UAE: whether your residence helps, the cost in AED, documents, timings and how to apply from Dubai.
VERIFIED · OFFICIAL SOURCE · 12 OCT 2026Canada visa at a glance
Is this guide for you?
This page covers short tourist and family visits. Check all four.
Going for work, study or a long stay? Those need a different visa type. See the full Canada visa guide.
Does UAE residence or a US visa help?
Canada decides by passport, not by where you live. It lists India as a visa-required country, so you need a valid visitor visa and passport to visit or even transit through Canada. Your UAE residence visa matters for the application itself, as proof that you live and work somewhere stable and will return, but it gives no exemption. See our passport vs residency guide for how this works in other countries.
The eTA shortcut you may have heard about is real but narrow. Citizens of a short list of visa-required countries can get an eTA if they hold a valid US non-immigrant visa or held a Canadian visa in the past 10 years, and fly in. India is not on that list, so a US visa helps your profile but does not replace the Canadian visa.
| Question | Answer for an Indian passport holder in the UAE |
|---|---|
| Visa or eTA? | Visitor visa (TRV); eTA not available to Indian nationals |
| Does a US visa help? | Strengthens the file, but no eTA and no exemption |
| Government fees | CAN$100 visa + CAN$85 biometrics |
| How to apply | Online with IRCC |
| Biometrics | VFS Global Canada VAC, Wafi Mall Dubai or World Trade Centre Mall Abu Dhabi |
| Biometrics reuse | Valid 10 years for later visitor applications |
| Transit through Canada | Visa needed even to transit |
Read the full guide: Canada Visa for Indians Living in UAE (2026 Guide)
Total cost for Indians in the UAE
What you pay at Krosz checkout, per traveller, for a tourist visa.
| Item | INR | AED (approx.) | Refundable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government fee | ₹7,178 | AED 276 | No |
| Krosz service fee | ₹1,999 | AED 77 | Yes |
| GST (18%) | ₹1,652 | AED 64 | No |
| Total per traveller | ₹10,829 | AED 417 |
Government fee: CAD 100 visitor visa processing fee; biometrics may add CAD 85 per individual. AED at ₹25.96 per AED (rates of 14 Oct 2026). Prices in effect from 11 Sept 2026.
How to apply from the UAE
Everything happens online. You don't leave the UAE until your trip.
- 1UploadPassport and photo
- 2PayAll-in price, shown upfront
- 3Expert reviewFiled on the official portal
- 4ApprovedTrack status with Krosz
- 5Visa to youOn WhatsApp and email
- 6FlyFrom Dubai, with a printout
When to apply
Apply at least 7 days before your flight. Official timing: About 30 days for applications from India (IRCC, updated 7 Oct 2026), plus a biometrics appointment.
Documents checklist
For the application
Keep ready for travel
Mistakes that cause problems
Visa decisions rest with the Canada authorities. No service can guarantee approval.
Rules during your stay, and getting back
| How long you can stay | Generally 6 months per entry, duration set by the border services officer |
|---|---|
| Visa validity | Generally up to 10 years, limited by passport or biometrics validity |
| Entries | Single or multiple |
| Extending | You can apply to extend your stay from inside Canada. Apply at least 30 days before your status expires. |
| Getting back into UAE | Your UAE residence visa must be valid on the day you fly back, so check your Emirates ID expiry before you book. Most residence visas can be cancelled after more than six months outside the UAE; you would then need a return permit through ICP or GDRFA Dubai. Golden Visa holders are treated differently. |
Questions Indians in the UAE ask about Canada
Can Indians living in Dubai get a Canada eTA with a US visa?
No. Canada's eTA option for US visa holders applies only to citizens of certain listed countries, and India is not one of them. You need a visitor visa.
Where do I give biometrics for Canada in the UAE?
At the VFS Global Canada Visa Application Centre in Wafi Mall, Dubai, or The Mall at World Trade Centre, Abu Dhabi, after IRCC sends your Biometric Instruction Letter.
How much is a Canada visitor visa from the UAE?
The government fees are CAN$100 for the visa and CAN$85 for biometrics. VFS optional services such as courier or the Premium Lounge cost extra in AED.
Do I need to give biometrics again if I gave them before?
Usually not. Biometrics given for a temporary residence application are valid for 10 years for later applications.
Do I need a visa just to transit through a Canadian airport?
Yes. Canada says Indian nationals need a valid visitor visa to visit or transit through Canada.
Do Indians living in UAE need a visa for Canada?
Visa needed. Apply online for the Visitor visa (temporary resident visa) from Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah. No embassy visit needed.
How much does the Canada visa cost for Indian residents of UAE?
With Krosz the total is ₹10,829 per traveller (about AED 417), including the government fee, Krosz service fee and GST. Government fee: CAD 100 visitor visa processing fee; biometrics may add CAD 85 per individual.
How long does it take?
About 30 days for applications from India (IRCC, updated 7 Oct 2026), plus a biometrics appointment
How long can I stay in Canada?
Generally 6 months per entry, duration set by the border services officer
Can I apply from Dubai?
Yes. The application is online, so you can apply from Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah.
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Source: official government source; residence rules from the Krosz resident guide. Last verified 12 Oct 2026. Visa rules change often; your Krosz expert re-checks them before filing.