Invitation Letter to Canada — Notarized in Scarborough
Inviting parents, family or friends to visit Canada? Sign your letter of invitation in front of a licensed notary in about 10 minutes. From $20, same-day.
A letter of invitation supports a visitor visa or super visa application by explaining who is visiting, why, and who you are. IRCC doesn’t generally require it to be notarized, but notarizing it confirms the host signed it in front of a notary. Bring the unsigned letter and your photo ID; it costs $20.
What to include in your letter
About the visitor
- Full name and date of birth
- Address and phone number
- Relationship to you
- Purpose and length of the visit
- Where they’ll stay and how expenses are covered
- Planned departure date
About you (the host)
- Full name and date of birth
- Address and phone number in Canada
- Job title
- Status in Canada (citizen or PR) and a copy of proof
- Names and dates of birth of your spouse/partner and dependants
- Number of people in your household
Supporting documents hosts often attach
- Copy of your passport, citizenship certificate or PR card (we can certify it)
- Employment letter and recent pay stubs
- Notice of Assessment or bank statements
- Super visa: proof of income and the financial support promise IRCC requires
Requirements change. Check IRCC’s current instructions for visitor visas and super visas before you send your application.
Frequently asked questions
Does an invitation letter to Canada need to be notarized?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) does not generally require a letter of invitation to be notarized. Many hosts still choose to notarize it because it confirms the letter was signed by the host in front of a notary. Always follow the instructions for your specific application or visa office.
Who signs the invitation letter?
The person in Canada who is inviting the visitor, usually a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, signs it in front of the notary with valid photo ID.
What should an invitation letter include?
Information about the visitor (name, date of birth, address, relationship to you, purpose and length of the visit, where they will stay and who will pay) and about you (name, date of birth, address, phone, job, status in Canada, and the number of people in your household).
Is it different for a super visa?
Yes. For a parent or grandparent super visa, IRCC asks for a signed letter of invitation from the child or grandchild in Canada that includes a promise of financial support and details of the household, along with other documents. Check IRCC’s current super visa checklist.
How much does it cost to notarize an invitation letter?
$20 for the notarized letter. Attached supporting documents can also be certified as true copies at $10 each in the same appointment.
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Need a document notarized?
Same-day appointments in Scarborough, 7 days a week. $20 for the first signature and seal.