From Mexico to Canada – How to apply for a visa
If you are a tourist, business traveler, student or temporary worker from Mexico, find out how to apply for a visa to enter Canada.
How to apply for a visa
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Transcript for “From Mexico to Canada – How to apply for a visa” Video
Video length: 3:27 minutes
Shot of a plane flying by from left to right.
NARRATOR: Coming to Canada can be enjoyable and rewarding… if you plan the trip right.
Shot of a Mexican family going down an escalator. The family consists of the father Arturo, mother Carla and 5 year old daughter Miranda. The daughter is in her Dad’s arms, and they are going down the escalator at the airport, smiling and looking around.
NARRATOR: Whether you’re a tourist, business traveller, student or temporary worker, there are things you need to know to help you prepare for your visit
Slowly, an animated red maple leaf drops across the screen and the words “Coming to Canada: What You Need to Know” appear as text on a beige background.
NARRATOR: You’ve made the decision to go... Now you’re getting ready for your trip. If you’re like the Martinez family, you’re poring over maps and deciding what you want to see in Canada.
Shots of the Martinez family at a Mexican restaurant, planning their trip. The parents are happily showing their daughter pictures of Canada and pointing out different destinations on a map.
NARRATOR: Along with your passport, you’ll need a visa.
A graphic animated map of Mexico appears, with a maple leaf indicating the Canadian Embassy in Mexico City.
Shot of the family reviewing the visa application form in the restaurant. Close up shot of form.
NARRATOR: You can apply directly to Canada’s Embassy in Mexico City. Or you can use the services of one of three Visa Application Centres in Mexico. You’ll find them in Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara.
The graphic map indicates the three Visa Application Centres located in Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara.
NARRATOR: The Centres are there to assist you with submitting your visa application – including study and work permits.
Slideshow of photos of employees at the Visa Application Centres.
NARRATOR: The staff there can assist by checking your visa application. They’ll make sure it’s properly completed and that you’ve included the right documents.
Video footage of a woman sitting at a desk showing her visa application to an employee at a Visa Application Centre.
NARRATOR: By working with them, you can speed up the time it takes to process your file so the visa officer can make a decision more quickly.
Video footage of the Visa Application Centre Employee bundling the application form into a folder and putting it into a stack of folders awaiting evaluation.
NARRATOR: Visa Application Centres operate from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. You don’t need an appointment.
Slideshow of photos of the exterior of Visa Application Centres in Mexico above the words “Centres are open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday” as text on a blue background.
NARRATOR: They offer services in Spanish, English and French. Staff can answer your questions about the application process and assign a tracking number so you can check the status of your application online.
Video clip of the woman talking to another employee at the Visa Application centre while the words “Located in Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara” appear on text at the bottom of the screen.
NARRATOR: You can pay your fees for the processing of your visa and the services of the Visa Application Center directly at any Scotiabank branch.
Video clip of the woman paying her fees to the employee as the words “You can pay your fees for the processing of your visa and the services of the Visa Application Center directly at any Scotiabank branch.” appear as text at the bottom of the screen”.
NARRATOR: If you’re unable to go in person, call the Centre nearest you and arrange to deliver your application. Or ask your travel agent to deliver it for you.
Shot of Martinez family continuing to discuss their trip and looking at photos of Canada.
Slowly, an animated red maple leaf drops across the screen.
Shot of an airplane landing.
NARRATOR: Make your visit to Canada a smooth one by following these simple steps:
- Plan your trip well in advance.
- Apply for a visa as soon as you decide your itinerary.
- Be sure your papers are in order by using the services of the Visa Application Centre nearest you.
Shot of the Martinez family happily going up to the immigration counter and having their passports and visas reviewed by a smiling immigration officer.
NARRATOR: And remember: The Canadian Embassy in Mexico is there to serve you – making your trip easy, enjoyable and unforgettable.
Photo slideshow of the Canadian Embassy in Mexico.
NARRATOR: So grab your bags. Canada is waiting for you.
Shot of the Martinez family waiting for their luggage, picking it up from the conveyor belt, and putting it on a cart.
NARRATOR: Every year, thousands of visitors from Mexico travel to Canada for its beauty, for adventure, for business.
Shot of the customs agent taking cards. Then side shot of the Martinez family walks by four slideshows of breathtaking images of memorable Canadian locations.
NARRATOR: From cityscapes to snowy slopes, golden plains to rocky seashores – Canada has it all.
The photo slideshow continues as the words “www.mexico.gc.ca” appear as text in the centre of the screen.
NARRATOR: For information on visas, fees and more, visit mexico.gc.ca or www.cicmex.com.mx
The screen fades to black leaving the white text on the black background. The words are replaced by www.cicmex.com.mx in white text on a black background.
Canada Word Mark.
For information on visas, fees and more, visit mexico.gc.ca.