Effective July 1, 2020, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will being to process online applications for visitor visas, transit visas and electronic travel authorizations (eTAs).

However, as the current travel restrictions are yet in place, applicants will not be able to travel to Canada at this time if they apply and get a visit visa or eTA.

IRCC also continues to process study permit and work permit applications submitted online and permanent residence applications. Paper applications for visitor visas, study permits and work permits will not be processed until further notice.

There are measures currently in place to make sure applicants have the time to complete all the requirements for applying, which includes giving their biometrics. Some visa application centres (VACs) are beginning to reopen. Applicants can check the website for information on the VAC closest to them, to enable them to book an appointment to give their biometrics.

Applicants who are eligible to travel to Canada at this time have to mandatory quarantine for 14 days when they arrive in Canada, even if they have no symptoms.