As of December 3, 2019, fingerprints and photos (biometrics) can be given at designated Service Canada offices. Biometrics are valid for 10 years and are generally required in all applications for visas, study permits, work permits, extensions, permanent residence and refugee or asylum status.
There are several designated Service Canada offices in the GTA including:
- Brampton Service Canada Centre - Passport Services
- Hamilton Service Canada Centre - Passport Services
- Mississauga Service Canada Centre - Passport Services
- North York Service Canada Centre - Passport Services
- Scarborough Service Canada Centre - Passport Services
- Toronto Service Canada Centre - Passport Services
- Toronto - College Street Service Canada Centre
- Toronto - West Humber Service Canada Centre
- Whitby Service Canada Centre - Passport Services
Visit the IRCC website to find out if your biometrics are still valid, to learn how to give your biometrics and to search where to give your biometrics both inside and outside Canada.
If you need help with an application or would like immigration advice for your situation, please contact one of our Immigration Specialists.
