How long can Iranian passport holders stay in Canada?

The length of stay is set by the visa you are issued.

How much does the Canada entry cost for Iranian citizens?

The official fee is 100 CAD. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

Canada visa for Iranian citizens

Iranian citizens need a visa to enter Canada.

Visa required Confidence: medium — Likely current — confirm details with the official source Last verified: 18 Jun 2026 (3 days ago)

Status: Visa required
Max stay: Set by visa
Official cost: 100 CAD
Before departure: Apply for a visa before you travel

Cost note

Visitor visa (temporary resident visa) application fee. Biometrics fee of CAD 85 is additional when required.

What you need

valid passport
completed application online
proof of funds
travel itinerary
return or onward ticket
biometrics if requested

Official source

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/entry-requirements-country.html

Use the government route and fee only. Avoid lookalike agent sites that add markups or mimic official portals.

Why this verdict

Iranian citizens need a Canadian visitor visa (temporary resident visa) to travel to Canada for tourism. Iran is not in Canada's eTA-required or select visa-required exception cohorts for ordinary tourist travel.

Frequently asked questions

Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Canada?: Iranian citizens need a visa to enter Canada. (Visa required.)
How long can Iranian passport holders stay in Canada?: The length of stay is set by the visa you are issued.
How much does the Canada entry cost for Iranian citizens?: The official fee is 100 CAD. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

Related countries

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Disclaimer. Visa and entry requirements change frequently and without notice and may depend on your specific circumstances (nationality, passport type, purpose and length of stay, residence in other countries, onward route and current diplomatic situation). The information here is for general guidance only, may be out of date, and is not legal, immigration, or travel advice. All cost, duration, and popularity figures are estimates. Always confirm the exact, current requirements with the official source for the destination country — its embassy, consulate, immigration service, or official e-visa portal (linked where available) — and with your airline before booking or travelling. We do not guarantee accuracy or completeness and accept no liability for any loss, denied boarding, refused entry, or other consequences. Last-verified dates are shown for each record; a record without a recent verification date should be treated as unconfirmed.