Canadian Immigration has further simplifed the visa rules for Saudis.
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17 September 2010
Canada Visa rules further simplified for Saudis
Canada has relaxed the temporary resident visa rules for Saudi visitors, the Canadian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia David Chatterson has announced.
Most Saudis applying for this Canadian Visa will not need to obtain a medical examination, including students who are planning to stay in the country for more than six months.
“The new medical exam rules for Saudi visitors will make it easier for Saudis to study in Canada and further bolster our strong relationship,” said Mr Chatterson.
“This follows the announcement in May that Saudi nationals can be issued a multiple entry temporary resident visa for Canada for up to five years.”
Medical examinations will still be needed by the Canadian Immigration department for those working in the health sciences field or with children.
An estimated 12,000 Saudi students are currently enrolled at Canadian universities, and Canada expects an additional 2,000 students this year from the Kingdom.
The Canadian Visa Bureau is an independent consulting company specialising in helping people apply for a Canadian Visa to the Canadian High Commission.
