Invitation

CANADA LETTER OF INVITATION

Updated: 08/10/2026. An invitation letter from someone living in Canada is a supporting document that explains the purpose of the trip when relatives or friends apply for a Canada Visitor Visa. Depending on the application, IRCC may request an invitation letter and supporting documents. An invitation letter does not guarantee that a visa application will be approved.

1. KeyApply Services

KeyApply assists with gathering information and drafting an invitation letter in a language appropriate for the purpose of the visit. The inviter must check the content, confirm the information is accurate, and sign the letter personally. KeyApply does not replace the inviter in confirming personal commitments.

If a client has already used KeyApply's visitor visa processing service, the invitation letter drafting service is included according to the current package information; there is no need to purchase a separate invitation letter product.

2. Information the invitee needs to provide

• Full name, date of birth, current address, and contact number.
• Relationship to the inviter; purpose and expected duration of the visit to Canada.
• Expected length of stay, residential address, and intended date of departure from Canada.
• Person responsible for the costs of airfare, travel, accommodation, and living expenses.

3. Information the inviter in Canada needs to provide

• Full name, date of birth, residential address, phone number, and occupation in Canada.
• Residential status in Canada and appropriate supporting documents (e.g., citizen, permanent resident, or residence permit, if applicable).
• Family information, spouse, and dependents when necessary; documentation regarding the relationship with the invitee.
• Hosting plans and cost commitments (if any); only state what is realistically achievable.

Other supporting documents, depending on the application, may include papers regarding family relationships, employment, accommodation, or financial capacity. The visa applicant must still personally prove that they meet the requirements regarding the purpose of the trip, finances, and the intention to leave Canada on time.

4. Inviting parents or grandparents via Super Visa

Refer to IRCC Super Visa documentation and income proof regulations.

5. Is notarizing the invitation letter mandatory?

Not all invitation letters need to be notarized. If the application guidelines or the processing office requests signature verification, or if the inviter wishes to provide additional verification, clients may choose a separate notary service. Notarization only confirms the signature and does not guarantee the visa will be granted.

6. Implementation process

1. Select the appropriate invitation letter service on the KeyApply product page.
2. Send initial information of the inviter and invitee to info@keyapply.com.
3. KeyApply checks the completeness of information and drafts the invitation letter.
4. The inviter reviews, confirms the content, signs the letter, and notarizes it if applicable.
5. The client receives the electronic letter to use with the visa application; if a hard copy or additional services are needed, contact KeyApply for confirmation beforehand.

Note: Service fees and notarization options are displayed directly in the product order section; service fees are non-refundable according to product policy. The invitation letter does not replace the entire visa application and does not guarantee approval results.