High Commission of Canada in New Delhi

Indian citizens require a visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Canada for tourism, business, family visits, study, work, or immigration. Canada operates a comprehensive immigration system with various pathways for temporary residence and permanent residence (immigration). Applications are processed online through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) with biometric collection at Visa Application Centres (VAC) operated by VFS Global in major Indian cities. Popular visa and immigration categories include Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa) for tourism, business visits, family visits (valid for multiple entries, typically 10 years with stays up to 6 months per visit), eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) for visa-exempt travelers transiting through Canada (Indians require full visitor visa, not eTA), Study Permit for students accepted at Designated Learning Institutions in Canada (over 300,000 Indian students in Canada; requires acceptance letter, proof of financial support, valid passport, and may require Study Plan explaining study choice and future plans; allows off-campus work up to 20 hours/week during studies, full-time during breaks; Post-Graduation Work Permit - PGWP - allows graduates to work in Canada for up to 3 years providing Canadian work experience pathway to permanent residence), Work Permit including Temporary Foreign Worker Program permits (requiring Labour Market Impact Assessment - LMIA - from employer) and International Mobility Program permits (LMIA-exempt including intra-company transfers, NAFTA professionals, international agreements), Express Entry system for skilled worker immigration (Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades, Canadian Experience Class programs; points-based Comprehensive Ranking System - CRS - based on age, education, language proficiency in English/French, work experience; highest-scoring candidates invited to apply for permanent residence; Indian professionals particularly in IT, engineering, healthcare successfully immigrate), Provincial Nominee Programs allowing Canadian provinces and territories to nominate candidates for immigration based on provincial labor market needs, Family Sponsorship for spouses, common-law partners, dependent children, parents, grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents, Business Immigration including Start-Up Visa for entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas supported by designated Canadian venture capital, angel investors, or business incubators, and Self-Employed Persons Program, Caregiver programs for childcare and healthcare providers, and Atlantic Immigration Program for Canada's Atlantic provinces. Visa/permit requirements include valid passport, completed application forms, biometric data (fingerprints, photograph) collected at VFS Global VAC, medical examination from panel physician for certain categories, police clearance certificates, proof of financial support, educational credential assessment for immigration applications, language test results (IELTS, CELPIP for English; TEF, TCF for French) for immigration and some work permits, and category-specific documents. Processing times vary from weeks for visitor visas to months for study/work permits to 6+ months for permanent residence applications. Application fees vary by category. VFS Global operates Visa Application Centres across India in major cities. For detailed information, requirements, and to apply, visit canada.ca or ircc.canada.ca. Email india.consular@international.gc.ca for consular inquiries.

Canada and India maintain growing bilateral trade with merchandise trade exceeding CAD 14 billion. Trade relations characterized by complementary strengths with Canada exporting natural resources, technology, education services and India exporting manufactured goods, IT services, pharmaceuticals. Canadian exports to India include pulses (lentils, chickpeas, dry peas - Canada is major supplier; India largest market for Canadian pulses), potash and fertilizers (supporting Indian agriculture), crude oil and petroleum products, machinery and mechanical equipment, wood pulp and paper products, copper and minerals, aerospace products, and educational services (tuition from 300,000+ Indian students represents multi-billion dollar services export). Indian exports to Canada include pharmaceuticals and medicines (Canada imports Indian generic medicines, active pharmaceutical ingredients), precious stones and diamonds (cut and polished diamonds), textiles and garments, machinery and equipment, IT services and software (Indian IT companies provide services to Canadian businesses), organic chemicals, iron and steel products, automotive components, seafood, and rice. Education services are largest Canadian services export to India with over 300,000 Indian students in Canadian universities, colleges, and schools representing over 40% of all international students in Canada. Services trade also includes IT services (Indian companies serving Canadian businesses), professional services, and tourism. The High Commission's trade section supports bilateral commerce through market intelligence, business matchmaking, trade advocacy, and facilitation. Trade Commissioner Service of Canada assists Canadian exporters. Both countries seeking to expand trade through negotiations on Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to enhance market access, reduce barriers, facilitate investment, and deepen economic cooperation.

The High Commission's trade section and Trade Commissioner Service provide comprehensive support for Canadian businesses in India including market intelligence, business matchmaking, regulatory guidance, trade mission support, advocacy, and connections to Indian partners. Trade Commissioner Service offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Chennai, and Hyderabad support Canadian exporters and investors. For Canadian businesses, contact Trade Commissioner Service or High Commission trade section. Key sectors for Canada-India cooperation include agriculture and agri-food (pulses, oilseeds, food processing technology), clean technology and renewable energy (solar, wind, green hydrogen, battery storage, energy efficiency), mining and minerals (Canadian mining expertise, technology, equipment for Indian mining sector), infrastructure and smart cities (Canadian urban planning, transportation, water management expertise), aerospace and defense (Canadian aerospace companies, defense cooperation), information technology and digital economy, education and training, financial services, healthcare and life sciences, and innovation and research. Both countries committed to expanding bilateral trade and investment through CEPA negotiations, business facilitation, and sectoral cooperation.

The High Commission of Canada in New Delhi has extensive consular jurisdiction covering Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Pondicherry, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Canada also maintains Consulates in Bangalore, Chandigarh, and Mumbai, and representative offices in Ahmedabad, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Contact appropriate office based on location and service needed.

The High Commission is located at 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, in diplomatic enclave. Note that both Canada and India are Commonwealth countries, hence 'High Commission.' Accessible by Delhi Metro, taxis, ride services. Public access by appointment only. Valid photo ID required; security screening mandatory. Observes Canadian and Indian holidays. Canada Day celebrated July 1st. For Indian travelers to Canada, information on visas, health, travel available at canada.ca and travel.gc.ca. Canada attractions include vibrant cities (Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary), Rocky Mountains, Niagara Falls, national parks, multicultural society, outdoor activities year-round. For comprehensive information, consult High Commission website and canada.ca.