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    Canada Visitor Visa - Medical Treatment from Bangladesh

    Visitor Visa (TRV) for temporary travel to Canada for planned medical consultation, assessment or treatment.

    Last Updated: 31 August 2026

    The Canada Visitor Visa for medical treatment is the Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) used by Bangladeshi nationals travelling temporarily to Canada for a planned medical consultation, diagnostic assessment, procedure or treatment. IRCC does not issue a separate medical-treatment visa; where IMM 5257 is used, a medical visit is identified under “Other” and the purpose should be explained clearly.

    Applicants must still meet the normal visitor requirements, including sufficient funds for treatment, travel and living costs, credible ties outside Canada and an intention to leave after the authorized stay. Medical evidence should support the treatment arrangement and expected timeframe. Applications are normally submitted online, followed by biometrics at a Canada Visa Application Centre (VAC) where required and passport submission only after an IRCC request. 

    Document Checklist

    1. Passport: Valid passport for the intended trip to Canada. Provide a clear colour copy of the biographical page and pages containing stamps, visas or other markings; IRCC currently advises the travel document should generally be valid for at least 6 months from the planned travel date.
    2. Previous Passport(s) & Travel History: Copies of previous passport(s), visas and relevant entry/exit records to support the applicant's travel history and ensure consistency with the information declared in the application. IRCC may consider travel evidence from the previous 10 years.
    3. IRCC Online Application, Forms & Personalized Checklist: Complete the Visitor Visa application through the appropriate IRCC account and upload all required documents. Applicants aged 18 or over must complete IMM 5645 (Family Information Form). Where applicable, also complete IMM 5257 SCH1 (Schedule 1) and any additional forms requested by IRCC, then pay the applicable fees.
    4. Cover Letter: Applicant's signed letter explaining the medical-treatment purpose, intended travel dates, Canadian medical provider or facility, expected treatment timeframe, accommodation, trip funding and relevant personal circumstances. The information should remain consistent with the online application and supporting evidence.
    5. Medical Treatment Evidence & Arrangement: Provide evidence supporting the planned care in Canada, such as an appointment or treatment confirmation from the Canadian doctor, hospital or clinic, together with relevant referral letters or medical reports. Where available, include the proposed treatment dates or duration, estimated cost and payment or funding arrangement.
    6. Flight Reservation: Provisional flight itinerary/reservation showing travel dates, route and flight details, consistent with the planned schedule. IRCC accepts flight details as itinerary evidence; purchasing a non-refundable ticket before a decision is not necessary.
    7. Hotel Reservation / Accommodation Booking: Booking confirmation covering intended stay dates, showing applicant name, accommodation name/address, check-in/out dates and booking reference; consistent with the itinerary.
    8. Proof of Occupation: Documents confirming your current professional status and ties to your home country, such as employment certificates, leave approval, pay slips, salary statements, study evidence or business-related documents. These should be recent, consistent with your application and support your ongoing occupation and expected return after the visit.
    9. Employer / Study / Business Supporting Letter: Where applicable, provide a letter confirming the applicant's role or enrolment, salary or relevant status, length of employment or study, approved leave and expected continuation after the visit. For employed applicants, provide a recent employer letter on official letterhead with employment, salary and employer contact details, along with recent 6 months’ payslips to support ongoing employment and declared income.
    10. Business/Company Financial Evidence (where applicable): Self-employed applicants may provide recent business bank statements, ownership evidence and other records that help demonstrate active business operations, income and the source of funds used for the trip.
    11. Business Registration & Tax Records (where applicable): Relevant Trade License, Incorporation Certificate, company registration documents, TIN and Income Tax Return records may be included where they support the applicant's business status, income and ties to Bangladesh.
    12. Personal Bank Statements & Financial Evidence: Provide at least 6 months of personal and/or salary account details showing the account holder, balances, transaction history and bank contact information. Add other credible financial evidence where relevant to explain income, savings and the source and availability of trip funds.
    13. Personal TIN & ITR: Personal TIN certificate and recent Income Tax Return records may be included to support declared income, financial history and economic ties where relevant to the applicant's circumstances.
    14. Proof of Legal Residence in Bangladesh (where applicable): Applicants who are not Bangladeshi nationals should provide evidence of lawful residence in Bangladesh.
    15. Civil Status Documents: Marriage certificate, divorce certificate, death certificate, birth certificate or family-related documents where applicable, especially when they help explain family composition, accompanying travellers or ties outside Canada.
    16. Minor Applicant Documents: For applicants under 18, provide birth certificate, parental or legal guardian authorization where applicable, parent/legal guardian identification, relevant financial support evidence and custody or guardianship documents where required. 

    Process Roadmap

    Step 1

    Confirm the Medical Visit Purpose & Visitor Requirements

    Confirm that the travel is for planned medical care and remains temporary. The applicant should be able to show the Canadian treatment arrangement, sufficient funds, credible ties outside Canada and an intention to leave after the authorized stay.

    Step 2

    Apply Online through the Appropriate IRCC Account

    Complete the Visitor Visa application through the IRCC Portal, IRCC Secure Account or other account directed by IRCC. Identify the medical-visit purpose, complete the required forms and follow the personalized document checklist.

    Step 3

    Upload Evidence, Pay the Fees & Submit

    Upload all the supporting documents, pay CAD 100 for the Visitor Visa plus the biometrics fee where required, then submit online.

    Step 4

    Receive the BIL & Book a VAC Appointment

    If biometrics are required, wait for the IRCC Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL), then book a free biometric appointment at a Canada VAC in Bangladesh.

    Step 5

    Attend the VAC & Give Biometrics

    Attend in person with the BIL and required identification to provide fingerprints and a photograph. The VAC transmits biometric information to IRCC but does not decide the visa application.

    Step 6

    IRCC Assesses the Application & Medical Requirements

    IRCC reviews the application and may request additional evidence, verification or an immigration medical examination. Complete any request within the stated deadline.

    Step 7

    Submit the Passport after IRCC Request

    If IRCC requests your passport, book a passport-submission appointment and submit it through a Canada VAC in Bangladesh. After return, verify the visa details before travel; CBSA decides final entry and authorized stay in Canada.

    Common Rejection Pitfalls

    Medical purpose or treatment plan is unclear

    How UnivEase helps

    We help organise the Canadian provider confirmation, relevant medical records, treatment timeframe and purpose explanation so the proposed medical visit is clear and coherent.

    Treatment, travel and living costs are not credibly funded

    How UnivEase helps

    We review estimated treatment costs, payment arrangements, available funds, income and any sponsor evidence so the financial plan reasonably covers the full visit.

    The treatment period and temporary return plan do not align

    How UnivEase helps

    We help align treatment dates, accommodation, intended stay and home-country commitments so the file supports a temporary visit and a realistic return plan.

    Medical evidence and IRCC declarations contain gaps or inconsistencies

    How UnivEase helps

    We cross-check the online answers, medical documents, travel history, funding, accommodation and any requested IME information so key facts are disclosed consistently.

    VFS & Embassy

    Embassy

    High Commission of Canada, Dhaka
    Address: United Nations Road, Baridhara, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh.
    Telephone: +880 2 5566 8444
    Visa Queries: IRCC Web Form
    Website: Click Here
    Access: Services are generally by appointment
    Office Hours: Sunday-Wednesday 08:00-16:30; Thursday 08:00-13:30 

    Visa Application Centre

    Canada Visa Application Centres, Bangladesh
    Locations: Dhaka; Chittagong; Sylhet.
    Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 09:00-17:00 at all three centres.
    Appointments: Biometrics after a BIL; booking is free. Passport submission appointment required after IRCC requests the passport.
    Website: Click Here 

    IRCC Visa Office

    IRCC Visa Office Serving Bangladesh – Singapore
    Office: High Commission of Canada, Singapore
    Address: One George Street, #11-01, Singapore 049145
    Telephone: +65 6854 5900
    Visa & Immigration Email: singapore-im-enquiry@international.gc.ca
    Visa Queries: IRCC Web Form 

    Frequently Asked Questions

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