Tourist Visa to Canada from Spain: detailed guide 2026

Applying for a tourist visa to Canada through Spain is becoming an increasingly popular option for those who temporarily or permanently reside within the Kingdom. The application procedure is fully online for citizens of the European Union, and for Ukrainians, Belarusians, Kazakhs, Uzbeks, Moldovans, Georgians, and other foreigners with legal residence status in Spain, biometric submission at a visa center is also required.

What purposes is a tourist visa to Canada intended for?

A tourist visa of the Visitor Visa (TRV) category allows:

• traveling across Canada for tourism purposes;

• visiting relatives or friends;

• participating in short-term educational events and business meetings;

• transiting through the country.

At the same time, it is important to remember that this visa category does not grant the right to work, long-term study, or immigration to Canada.

Who can apply for a tourist visa to Canada in Spain?

The following applicants may apply for a tourist visa to Canada in Spain:

1. Holders of long-term permits:

• NIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero) — residence permit of any type (temporary residence, long-term residence, student card);

• students with TIE — provided there is a valid study contract and confirmed financial solvency;

• employees with a work permit and a labor contract.

2. Holders of short-term visas:

• Schengen visa type C — if the applicant is legally staying in Spain and can confirm the purpose of the visit;

• national visas type D.

3. Refugees and protected persons:

• Political Asylum or International Protection — with supporting documents.

Stages of applying for a tourist visa to Canada through Spain

The procedure for obtaining a tourist visa to Canada through Spain is standard and includes several mandatory stages:

1. Online application on the IRCC portal. Creating an account, completing the IMM 5257 form, uploading documents.

2. Payment of the visa fee. Made online using a bank card.

3. Biometric submission. Fingerprints can be provided at visa centers in Madrid.

4. Waiting for a decision.

5. Receiving a passport with the visa or a reasoned refusal.

What documents are required to apply for a tourist visa to Canada in Spain?

To apply for a tourist visa to Canada through Spain, you will need the following categories of documents:

Mandatory:

• passport (valid at least 6 months after the end of the trip);

• completed IMM 5257 form;

• photograph 35×45 mm;

• proof of legal residence status in Spain (NIE, TIE, visa);

• financial proof (from 2,500–4,000 EUR per person);

• travel itinerary, hotel booking, or invitation;

• motivation letter;

• certificate of employment or study.

Depending on residence status:

• students — matrícula, study contract, bank statement;

• employed — labor contract, latest payslips;

• self-employed — autónomo registration, IVA reports, bank statements;

• refugees — document confirming protection status.

Additional:

• proof of property ownership in Spain or another country;

• evidence of family ties (marriage, children);

• long-term rental contracts;

• income certificates for the last 6–12 months;

• detailed travel plan;

• round-trip tickets (desirable but not mandatory).

Remember that the stronger your ties to Spain or your country of citizenship, the higher the chance of approval of your application.

Cost, validity period, and processing of the tourist visa to Canada

The cost of applying for a tourist visa to Canada is 100 CAD. Additionally, 85 CAD must be paid for biometric submission. Application processing usually takes from 20 to 45 days. The visa is issued for a period of up to 10 years, allowing multiple entries to Canada and stays of up to 6 months per visit.

Addresses of visa centers for applying for a tourist visa to Canada in Spain

You can apply for a tourist visa to Canada in Spain and submit biometrics in:

1. Madrid — Delta Nova 4” Building, Ground Floor, Module B, Avenida de Manoteras 46, 28050 Madrid.

Main reasons for refusal

The main reasons for refusal to issue a tourist visa to Canada include:

• insufficient financial proof;

• weak ties to Spain or the country of citizenship;

• incomplete document package;

• inconsistency of the purpose of the visit;

• errors in the application form;

• doubts of the consul regarding the applicant’s intention to return.

Why should you contact us?

Our clients highlight the following advantages of working with us:

• more than 8 years of experience in obtaining tourist visas to Canada in Spain;

• detailed assessment of visa risks;

• personal support;

• preparation of a complete document package in accordance with IRCC requirements;

• increased chances of approval through strengthening the case;

• possibility of online consultations for applicants from Madrid and other cities.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to purchase tickets in advance?

No, but preliminary booking may strengthen your case.

Can I apply with a tourist Schengen visa?

Yes, if you have proof of legal stay and financial stability.

How long is biometrics valid?

Fingerprints for Canada are valid for 10 years.

Can I apply for a tourist visa to Canada in Madrid in person?

You cannot submit documents in person. Preparation is done online, and at the visa center in Madrid you submit biometrics and hand over your passport (for visa stamping after approval).