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IGCS is aware that the visa application and approval process to visit Montreal and attend IGCS 2026 may be longer than normal. We strongly recommend that all attendees begin their visa application process as soon as possible, as processing times may be longer than usual, particularly due to increased travel demand associated with the FIFA World Cup in Canada.

IGCS 2026 Visa Information

Most foreign nationals need a temporary resident visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to travel to Canada. To find out if you need a TRV or eTA to travel to Canada, see: Find out if you need a visa to travel to Canada.

For more information about the TRV and eTA application processes, see: Visit Canada.

Important Steps
☑ Register to the Meeting to receive your confirmation and personal invitation letter
☑ Apply for your visa as early as possible.
☑ Ensure you have all required documentation before contacting your local Canadian Consulate or Embassy
☑ IGCS cannot intervene with the visa application process which is fully managed by Canadian Immigration services

❗To avoid potential delays, participants and abstract submitters should begin their visa applications at least six months ahead of the event. Processing times may be longer during peak periods, such as the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada.

❗Special Event Codes: Events registered with IRCC are issued a unique special event code to help track and monitor visa processing. Applicants should tag their applications with the event’s special event code, which can be found in the letter of invitation provided by the event organizer. The event code for the The IGCS Annual Global Meeting is 26IGCS.

For more information, please visit the official meeting website, IGCSmeeting.com.