Canada visa processing time new update after biometric in 2026 & Visa trend
In this video - This video provides an update on Canada visa processing times and visa trends as of early 2026, comparing current situations with previous delays. Here's a breakdown of the information provided: 1. Processing Times: • Work Permit: • IRCC website shows 9 weeks (2:12), but in reality, it's still taking 5 to 6 months (2:23). • This is an average, with some results coming earlier and others later (2:56). • Visitor/Tourist Visa: • As of December 31, 2025 (latest update mentioned), the IRCC website indicates 117 days (3:12), which is roughly 4 months (3:33). • However, actual times can extend to 6 to 7 months in some cases (3:39). • Approximately 90% of results are coming within 4 to 5 months (4:30), with delays for the remaining 10% often due to additional document requests (4:45). • Student Visa: • This category has the shortest processing time (5:06). • It's taking around 3 weeks (5:10), both on the website and in practice (5:35). • Super Visa: • The IRCC website shows 197 days (5:47), and the actual processing time is similar, around 200 days (6:00). 2. Visa Trend (Success Rate) and Application Advice: • Student Visa: • There has been a high refusal rate, with up to 90% of files being refused (6:42). • The presenter advises waiting for new updates expected in a day or two before applying, as things may change (6:54). • Visitor Visa (Visiting Family/Invitation): • Visas are granted if the intent is genuine and the invitation is from a proper family member with clear reasons for the visit (7:39). • Invitations from friends or cousins are unlikely to result in a visa at this time (8:25). • Tourist Visa (Hotel Booking): • This is primarily being granted to applicants with strong travel history (4-5 countries visited) and strong ties to their home country (e.g., stable business) (8:33). • It is not the right time for freshers, students, young or unmarried individuals, or those without travel history to apply for a tourist visa (8:53). • Applicants are advised to wait for new updates (9:00). • Work Permit: • Work permits are being issued, but applicants should check the website for new updates and apply accordingly (9:17). The video encourages viewers to subscribe for new updates (1:03, 9:06) and provides Instagram contact details for further queries (9:37). Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/travelwithr... #canadavisa #canadavisitorvisa #canadaimmigration
