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How long does passport/visa stamping take after ITA approval?

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By VisaBuddies Communityvia community — compiled from public visa forums

Step-by-Step

For applicants asking how long it takes to get their passport back with the visa stamp after an Invitation to Apply (ITA) is approved:

  1. Typical range is about 15–20 days from the day IRCC (the Canadian immigration department) receives your passport for stamping.

  2. Factor in courier pickup and drop-off time on top of that. One applicant reported roughly 20 days total when counting the courier pickup of the passport and the return delivery, not just IRCC's internal processing.


These are applicant-reported timelines, not official IRCC service standards, so treat them as a rough expectation rather than a guarantee — actual processing can vary by visa office and time of year.

Dos, Don'ts & Tips

  • Tip: Budget about 3 weeks total (processing plus courier) between submitting your passport and getting it back with the visa stamp.
  • Do: Track your courier shipment separately from IRCC processing time, since pickup and delivery add extra days.

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