Canada Visa RequirementsFor Lesotho passport holders
Canada requires Lesotho passport holders to obtain a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) before travel. The fee is CAD 100 and allows stays of up to 6 months. Applications are submitted online through IRCC with biometrics.
Lesotho passport holders require a visa to enter Canada.
Apply online through the IRCC portal at canada.ca. Biometrics must be provided at a VAC in South Africa (CAD 85 extra). Submit bank statements, employment documents, ties to Lesotho, travel history. Processing can take 4 to 12 weeks.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Biometrics
Required at first application
Current Travel Situation
Lesotho to Canada: What You Need to Know
Canada does not offer visa-free or eTA access to Lesotho nationals. A TRV must be obtained in advance. Lesotho nationals typically apply via the IRCC online portal with biometrics submitted at a Visa Application Center in South Africa.
How to Get There
Canadians of Basotho origin can sometimes provide invitation letters that support a TRV application.
Money & Banking
Canada uses the Canadian Dollar (CAD). ATMs are everywhere. Cards are universally accepted.
Practical Tips
Apply well in advance. Show strong ties to Lesotho. Biometrics are mandatory. A clean travel history to other countries improves chances. Travel insurance is advisable. Processing times have been longer than usual recently.