Applicants from Pakistan often search for the “Canada visa price” or “work visa price” and find wildly different numbers. This page sets out the actual current Government of Canada fees for the most common applications made from Pakistan, plus the other real costs of applying, so you can budget accurately. It is fee and cost information only; for what documents to submit and how to qualify, see our separate visitor visa requirements guide.
Canada work visa price in Pakistan: current government fees
Canada does not charge one all-inclusive "work visa" price. It issues work permits, and government fees are in Canadian dollars (CAD). As of July 2026 the main IRCC fees are:
| Fee | Amount (CAD) | Who pays |
|---|---|---|
| Work permit processing (employer-specific or open) | $155 | Applicant |
| Open work permit holder fee (open permits only) | $100 | Applicant |
| Biometrics (where required) | $85 (max $170 per family) | Applicant |
| Employer compliance fee | $230 | Employer – for most LMIA-exempt employer-specific offers via the Employer Portal, unless an exemption applies |
| LMIA processing fee | $1,000 | Employer, per position where the fee applies – not recoverable from the worker; some applications are fee-exempt |
The standard work-permit processing fee is CAD $155. If biometrics are required and the applicant does not already have valid biometrics, the usual additional biometrics fee is CAD $85, bringing those two government charges to CAD $240; an open work permit adds the $100 holder fee. The LMIA processing fee and the employer-compliance fee normally relate to different pathways, are the employer's responsibility, and are not routinely both paid for the same position. There is no fixed PKR price – convert the CAD amount at the exchange rate on your payment date, and confirm current fees on the official IRCC fee list before paying.
Every government amount below is stated in Canadian dollars and was checked against IRCC’s official fee list in July 2026. Fees change, so always confirm the current amount on IRCC’s fee list before you pay. IRCC makes all final decisions on every application, and paying a fee does not guarantee approval.
Table of Contents
- Quick Answer
- Government, professional and third-party costs
- Current Government of Canada fees
- Visitor visa fee
- Biometrics fee and family maximum
- Study permit fee
- Work permit fee and the “work visa price” question
- Restoration and open-work-permit-holder fees
- Who pays what
- Medical, police, translation and other costs
- Refundable and non-refundable rules
- How to pay IRCC and avoid receipt errors
- What to Do Next — and How MAK Can Help
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Official Sources Reviewed
Quick Answer
As of July 2026, the main Government of Canada fees for applicants from Pakistan are: visitor visa CAD 100 per person, biometrics CAD 85 per person, study permit CAD 150, and work permit CAD 155. Biometrics are usually an added cost for a visitor, study or work application, so a visitor applicant who must give biometrics typically pays CAD 185 in government fees — but that CAD 185 is not a universal figure, because biometrics are not charged in every case. These are government fees only; medical exams, police certificates, translations and any professional fee are separate. Confirm current amounts on IRCC’s fee list before paying. IRCC makes all final decisions.
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Government, professional and third-party costs
The total cost of a Canadian application has three separate parts, and mixing them up is why online figures vary so much. Government fees are what you pay IRCC. Third-party costs are what you pay other providers, such as a panel physician for a medical exam, a translator, or a Visa Application Centre for optional services. A professional fee is what you would pay a licensed representative such as an RCIC to prepare and review your application; it is optional and separate from the government fee. This page focuses on the government fees and the common third-party costs.
Current Government of Canada fees
The amounts below are from IRCC’s official fee list, in Canadian dollars, checked July 2026.
| Application | Fee (CAD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor visa (temporary resident visa) | 100 per person | Maximum 500 for a family of five or more applying together |
| Biometrics | 85 per person | Maximum 170 for a family of two or more; generally valid 10 years |
| Study permit (including extensions) | 150 per person | Includes extensions |
| Work permit (including extensions) | 155 per person | Open work permit holder fee of 100 applies in some cases, in addition |
| Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) | 7 | Only if you are eligible to use an eTA; Pakistan is not on IRCC’s current eligible visa-required eTA list, so a traveller using a Pakistani passport normally needs a visitor visa |
| Temporary resident permit | 246.25 | For applicants with an inadmissibility issue |
Visitor visa fee
The visitor visa (temporary resident visa) fee is CAD 100 per person, whether you are issued a single or multiple entry visa. A family of five or more applying at the same time and place pays a maximum of CAD 500. This fee is separate from biometrics. For what to submit and how to qualify, see our Canada visit visa requirements for Pakistan guide.
Biometrics fee and family maximum
Biometrics cost CAD 85 per person, with a maximum of CAD 170 for a family of two or more applying at the same time. The fee covers collecting your fingerprints and photo and moving your documents between the visa office and the Visa Application Centre. Most applicants from Pakistan give biometrics, but not everyone does every time: temporary-residence biometrics are generally valid for ten years, so if you gave them for a Canadian application within that period you may not need to pay again. This is why a “CAD 185 total” is common but not universal.
Study permit fee
The study permit fee is CAD 150 per person and includes extensions. Biometrics of CAD 85 usually apply as well. For guidance, see our study permit page. Tuition and proof-of-funds requirements are separate from the government fee and are not paid to IRCC.
Work permit fee and the “work visa price” question
Many people search for a “Canada work visa price in Pakistan.” In official terms there is no product called a “work visa” with a single price; the government fee for a work permit is CAD 155 per person, including extensions. Some applicants also pay an open work permit holder fee of CAD 100. Importantly, two separate employer fees are often confused, and neither is paid by the worker. For LMIA-required jobs under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, the employer pays the LMIA processing fee to Employment and Social Development Canada (the standard amount is CAD 1,000 per position, and some streams are exempt). For LMIA-exempt employer-specific jobs under the International Mobility Program, the employer pays the CAD 230 employer compliance fee through the Employer Portal. Do not pay an employer’s LMIA or compliance fee yourself. For processing questions, see our Canada work permit processing-time guide.
Restoration and open-work-permit-holder fees
If your status lapsed, restoration has its own fees. Restoring status as a student is CAD 396.25 (a restoration fee of CAD 246.25 plus the CAD 150 study permit), and restoring status as a worker is CAD 401.25 (CAD 246.25 plus the CAD 155 work permit). The open work permit holder fee is CAD 100 where it applies. These are situation-specific, so confirm what applies to you before paying.
Who pays what
Knowing who pays which cost prevents overpaying and scams.
| Cost | Who pays |
|---|---|
| IRCC government fees (visa, permit, biometrics) | The applicant |
| Biometrics collection at the Visa Application Centre | Covered by the CAD 85 biometrics fee |
| LMIA processing fee (Temporary Foreign Worker Program) | The employer pays ESDC, standard CAD 1,000 per position; some streams exempt; never the worker |
| Employer compliance fee (International Mobility Program, LMIA-exempt) | The employer pays CAD 230 through the Employer Portal; never the worker |
| Medical exam (panel physician) | The applicant; varies by clinic |
| Police certificate | The applicant; varies by issuing authority |
| Certified translation, courier, optional VAC services | The applicant; varies by provider |
| Professional / RCIC fee | The applicant; optional and separate from government fees |
Medical, police, translation and other costs
Beyond IRCC fees, budget for the third-party costs that may apply to your situation. These are not paid to IRCC and their amounts vary, so treat them as estimates and confirm with each provider.
- Immigration medical exam by an IRCC-approved panel physician, where required.
- Police certificate from the relevant authority, where requested.
- Certified translation of any document not in English or French, with the required affidavit.
- Visa Application Centre optional services, courier and passport transmission.
- Photos meeting IRCC specifications, and any bank draft or payment charges.
- Travel to a biometrics or VAC appointment.
Refundable and non-refundable rules
Most application fees are not refunded once processing begins, even if the application is refused, so budget on the basis that the government fee is spent when you apply. For permanent-residence applications, the right of permanent residence fee is the main fee that is refundable if you withdraw or are refused, but that does not apply to visitor, study or work applications. Always read the current refund rules on IRCC’s website before paying.
How to pay IRCC and avoid receipt errors
Pay your fees only through IRCC’s official online payment system, and keep the receipt to include with your application. Common, costly mistakes include paying the wrong fee amount, forgetting the biometrics fee, using an out-of-date fee figure, or not attaching the receipt. If you are unsure which fees apply to your exact situation, confirm before paying rather than after, because refunds are limited.
What to Do Next — and How MAK Can Help
MAK Canadian Immigration Services can confirm exactly which government and third-party costs apply to your situation, help you budget realistically, and prepare a complete application. As a licensed RCIC firm regulated by the CICC, we set clear expectations rather than promises, and we keep your professional fee separate and transparent. IRCC makes the final decision on every application. This page is intended to generate qualified consultation and assessment enquiries, not traffic alone.
Ready to budget and apply the right way? Book a consultation with MAK Canadian Immigration Services, in person at our Mississauga office or online. You can also run the Free Immigration Scanner, or review our professional fees. IRCC makes all final decisions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Canada visit visa fee from Pakistan?
Is the Canada visa fee from Pakistan CAD 185?
What is the Canada work visa price in Pakistan?
What is the Canada study permit fee from Pakistan?
Do I always have to pay the biometrics fee?
Are Canada visa fees refundable if refused?
Who pays the LMIA or employer fee?
How do I pay IRCC fees from Pakistan?
Official Sources Reviewed
This article was reviewed against current official Government of Canada and IRCC sources. Official sources last checked: July 12, 2026.
- IRCC — Fee list
- IRCC — Biometrics
- IRCC — Apply for a visitor visa
- IRCC — Study permit
- IRCC — Work permits
- ESDC — Hire a temporary foreign worker: fees (LMIA)
Disclaimer: This article provides general fee and cost information and is not case-specific immigration advice. Fees and rules can change, and amounts for medical exams, translations and other third-party services vary. Confirm current requirements on the official Government of Canada website or obtain advice from a licensed immigration professional for your circumstances. IRCC makes all final decisions.
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