Canada Religious Worker Visa

Document Requirements

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
Completed online work permit application form
Job offer or sponsorship letter from a Canadian religious/charitable organization
Proof of qualifications and/or religious training (seminary certificates, ordination letters, etc.)
Evidence of prior religious work experience (letters from institutions, references)
Identity documents (national ID, Aadhaar, etc.)
Police clearance certificate (India + Canada, if applicable)
Medical examination reports (as per Canadian immigration requirements)
Passport-size photographs (digital upload)
Family documents (if including dependents – marriage certificate, birth certificates)

Visa Process

Secure a job offer from a recognized religious or charitable organization in Canada.
Apply online via the IRCC portal.
Fill application form for a work permit under the International Mobility Program (LMIA-exempt for religious work).
Upload documents (passport, sponsorship/job offer, qualifications, police & medical checks).
Pay visa fee online.
Submit application and receive confirmation.
Wait for processing (timeframes vary; typically 2–3 months depending on case).
Receive work permit approval electronically, linked to your passport.