Today, many people travel to different parts of the world for one reason or another. So they travel abroad for holidays, studies, business, and other engagements, sometimes because of the economic situation of the country.
So, are you too planning to travel, especially to Canada? If yes, then there is one thing you to know, that is very paramount to your travel.
Traveling from Nigeria to Canada can be pretty expensive, as a result of the Naira to Dollar exchange rate currently. So what does that try to explain to you? It means that before you travel from Nigeria to Canada, it is important for you to find out how much it cost to travel from Nigeria to Canada.
However, in this article, we will list and explain to you all that you need to know about how you can process your visa and travel to Canada.
Cost of Moving from Nigeria to Canada
In this section, we are going to discuss the cost of moving from Nigeria through different headings. When you are applying for a visa, you have to know that there are different types of visas, and the cost of each of those visas is not the same.
So, there are different types of visas, and we are going to discuss them and their cost. We will discuss the following:
- The cost of moving to Canada through provincial nomination programs
- The cost of moving to Canada through the Canada Express program
- The cost of moving to Canada via a temporary visa/immigration document
- The cost of moving to Canada via Canadian permanent resident visa
The Cost of Traveling to Canada Through Provincial Nomination Programs
If you have been selected and nominated by any of the six provinces, to travel to Canada, you will spend the following for your travel;
You will pay for the processing and application fees totaling for the Ontario Immigrant Program and the British Columbia Nomination Program have
Amount = ₦347,382.
The processing and application fees for New Brunswick will amount to:
Amount = ₦75,513
The processing and application fees for Manitoba Nomination Program will amount to:
Amount = ₦151,383.
The Newfoundland and Labrador Nomination Programs processing and application fees is equal to:
Amount = ₦75,513,
Prince Edward Island Nomination Program processing and application fees is summed at:
Amount = ₦94,118.
The processing and application fees For the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nomination Program is; Amount = ₦108,698,
Also, the processing and application fees for Quebec Provincial Nomination costs is:
Amount = ₦263,860.
The Cost of Traveling to Canada Through Canada Express Program
Canada Express program is another way of migrating to Canada, it can be with or without their family, have to pay the following fees.
The Express Entry application fee is ₦3,917,582.
If you are a couple without children, who want to travel via The Express Entry Program will pay the sum of ₦4,877,329.
In the same vein, couples with at least one child will pay ₦5,932,900.
The visa processing fee will amount to the sum of ₦249,383, and if you are moving with your children, each child will pay the sum of ₦68,014.
The Cost of Moving to Canada via Canadian Temporary visa/immigration document
A temporary visa is almost the same thing as a work permit or visitor visa. To obtain this one, you have to pay the following:
A working holiday visa costs ₦46,249,
A work permit costs ₦46,854.
An individual visiting visa costs ₦30,228
A family visitor visa is ₦151
Student visa fee is ₦45,342,
The Cost of Moving to Canada via Canadian Permanent Resident Visa
Those who want to obtain Canada permanent resident visa will pay a non-refundable fee to the Canadian government, at the sum stated by them, as seen below:
Amount = ₦151,141.
Police clearance report cost = ₦6,045
while is needed to take the IELTS English language test = ₦96,428
A document-by-document evaluation costs = ₦30,228
while a course-by-course assessment costs = ₦48,365
Medical evaluation cost = ₦30,228
Cost of Visa Processing Fee
As you are preparing to forward your visa application, it is also necessary for you to attach to your application, the visa processing fee. These are the visa processing fees for different types of visas and their processing fees.
- Biometric (Family) — CAN$170 (N26,400)
- Biometric (Individual) — CAN$85 (N13,200)
- Family rate — CAN$500 (N78,000)
- Individual visa — CAN$100 (N15,600)
- Study permit — CAN$150 (N23,400)
- Work permit — CAN$155 (N24,200)
Cost Flight from Nigeria to Canada
the following are the destinations and cost of booking a flight ticket to Canada.
British Airways:
From Lagos (Nigeria) to Toronto (Canada)
Cost: $1410
Egypt Air:
From Lagos (Nigeria) to Toronto (Canada)
Cost: $1236
KLM:
From Lagos (Nigeria) to Toronto (Canada)
Cost: $1477
Turkish Air:
From Lagos (Nigeria) to Toronto (Canada)
Cost: $1410
Lufthansa:
From Lagos (Nigeria) to Toronto (Canada)
Cost: $1236
Delta Airways:
From Lagos (Nigeria) to Vancouver (Canada)
Cost: $1658
Brussels Air:
From Lagos (Nigeria) to Halifax (Canada)
Cost: $1432
Air France:
From Lagos (Nigeria) to Toronto (Canada)
Cost: $1468
Qatar Airways:
From Lagos (Nigeria) to Montreal (Canada)
Cost: $902
Factors that Determine the Cost of Traveling to Canada
The following are the factors that can either make the price go up or decrease;
- Oil price
- Season of purchase (e.g Summer)
- Classes (First class)
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Canada Visa Application Required Documents
To apply for the Canada visa, you have to present these documents;
- A completed application form,
- Forms and family information forms,
- Your form should have your postal address, email address, and phone number
- Two color passports with signature and date behind it
- Proof of payment of the Visa
- Proof of payment of Biometrics fees
- Recent passport with a minimum of two blank pages
- The visit’s goals, intended duration, contact information, and final destination should be codified in a letter
- A letter of invitation for visiting a relative who is away on business
- A complete medical history and evaluation results
- Verified proof of sufficient funds
- Additional paperwork (birth certificate or marriage license)
Application Procedure
Before you apply, it is important that you verify your application documents and information, then move to the application office and submit your application.
Conclusion
Moving to Canada either as an individual or as a family is the best thing that can be happy for you, because, Canada is one of the most sought-after places, either for studies or vacation.
