How to Check Canada Visa Online (2026)
The official way to check a Canada visa: where to check, what you need, step by step — and how to spot a fake visa before you travel or pay.
Check your visa onIRCC — Check your application statusOpen www.canada.ca ↗Type the address yourself — beware look-alike sites.
- Open the official portal
Go to www.canada.ca — IRCC — Check your application status.
- Enter your details
IRCC secure account login · Application number
- Check every detail
Name, passport number, nationality, visa type, sponsor/employer and validity dates must match exactly.
- Save the result
Download or print it and carry it with your passport.
Use the IRCC application status tracker inside your secure account.
Is your Canada visa fake? Warning signs
- It cannot be found on www.canada.ca with your passport number.
- Your name, date of birth or passport number is spelled differently.
- You were given a different website or a PDF only, and no official reference.
- The sponsor/employer shown is not the one in your job offer.
- You are asked to pay again to “activate”, “stamp” or “verify” the visa.
Canada visa check — FAQ
How can I check my Canada visa online?
Use the official portal — IRCC — Check your application status (www.canada.ca). Enter ircc secure account login, application number and check that the details shown match your passport.
How do I know if my Canada visa is real or fake?
A genuine Canada visa can be found on the official government portal with your details. If it is not found, the name or passport number differs, or you were sent to a non-government website to "verify" it, treat it as fake and contact the embassy before travelling or paying anything more.
Is Canada visa checking free?
Yes. Checking a visa on the official government portal is free. Anyone charging a fee just to check or 'activate' a visa is not an official service.
What do I need to check a Canada visa?
IRCC secure account login, Application number.