Inviting a family member, friend, or business associate to visit you in Canada? To apply for a Temporary Resident Visa (Visitor Visa) or a Super Visa, your guest will likely need a formal Letter of Invitation from you.
At Notary Lawyer North York, we help you strengthen your guest’s application. Our licensed Notaries Public provide fast, affordable, and fully legally compliant notarization for your visa invitation letters, helping you satisfy the requirements of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and foreign visa offices.
A Letter of Invitation is a formal document written by a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident welcoming a foreign national to visit them in Canada. This letter is submitted as supporting evidence alongside your guest’s visa application.
The letter helps Canadian immigration officers assess the true purpose of the trip. It provides crucial details about who the visitor is, where they will stay, how long they are visiting, and who is financially responsible for them during their time in the country.
While the IRCC does not strictly require notarization for every standard visitor visa, having your letter notarized is highly recommended and often practically required depending on the situation:
If you are applying for a Super Visa for parents or grandparents, visa application centres often expect notarized documentation.
Certain local Canadian visa offices abroad (such as those in India, Pakistan, Nigeria, or the Philippines) frequently ask for notarized letters as a mandatory checklist item.
A notarized seal proves to the immigration officer that your signature is genuine, your identity has been legally verified, and you are taking the invitation seriously.
If you are writing the letter yourself, you must ensure it includes specific information mandated by the government.
Information about the Visitor:
Full legal name and date of birth.
Complete address and telephone number.
Your relationship to the guest.
The purpose of the trip and exactly how long they will stay.
Where they will sleep and how they will pay for their expenses.
Information about You (The Host):
Full legal name, date of birth, and occupation.
Canadian address and telephone number.
Your legal status in Canada (Citizen or Permanent Resident) and a photocopy of your proof of status.
Details about your family unit (spouse, dependents).
To make your visit to our North York office as fast as possible, please bring the following:
Please bring your fully completed letter, but do not sign it yet. You must sign the document in the physical presence of our Notary Public.
You must present an unexpired, government-issued photo ID (such as an Ontario Driver’s License or Photo Card).
Bring your Canadian Passport, Citizenship Certificate, or Permanent Resident (PR) Card to prove your legal status.
If you are applying for a Super Visa, you may need to attach your Notice of Assessment (NOA) or a letter from your employer. We can certify true copies` of these attachments during your visit.
We offer straightforward, flat-rate pricing for notarizing your immigration documents. No hidden fees.
| Service Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Notarization of Invitation Letter - 1st Signature (Keele & Finch Office) | $25.00 + HST |
| Notarization of Invitation Letter - 1st Signature (York Mills Office) | $20.00 + HST |
| 2nd to 5th Signature (e.g., Co-signer / Spouse) | $15.00 + HST each |
| 6th Signature and onward (e.g., Co-signer / Spouse) | $10.00 + HST each |
| Custom Letter Drafting Service | Contact for quote |
(Note: Pricing applies per notary stamp/signature required. If you and your spouse are both signing the letter, that counts as two signatures).
Find the office closest to you. Both of our North York locations offer easy access, professional service, and ample visitor parking.
1280 Finch Ave W Unit 305, North York, ON M3J 3K6, Canada
Centrally located near Keele Street and Highway 400/401. Highly convenient for clients, students, and businesses in York University Heights, Downsview, Bathurst Manor, and Vaughan.
150 Duncan Mill Rd Unit 2, North York, ON M3B 3M4, Canada
Perfectly situated just seconds off the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) and Highway 401, making it ideal for residents of Don Mills, Bayview Village, and busy commuting professionals.
Notary Lawyer North York proudly serves clients throughout North York and the Greater Toronto Area, including York Mills, Don Mills, Downsview, Bayview Village, York University Heights, and Vaughan.
No. When a Notary Public stamps your letter, they are legally confirming your identity, your willingness to sign, and that the signature is authentically yours. They are not confirming that the contents of the letter are true, nor are they guaranteeing that the visa officer will approve the application.
No, your guest does not need to be present. Only the Canadian host (the person who is inviting the guest and signing the letter) needs to attend the appointment to have their signature notarized.
Yes! We offer fully compliant Online Remote Notary services. You can connect with our North York notary via a secure video call, digitally sign your letter, and receive your notarized document by email in minutes.
No. Writing and signing a letter of invitation does not mean you are legally assuming the visitor's financial debts or legally guaranteeing their departure. However, you must be completely honest in the letter regarding your intention to provide room, board, or financial support during their stay.
Yes, you can invite multiple people (such as a married couple and their children) on the same letter, provided they are traveling together. Just make sure to include the full names, dates of birth, and passport details for every individual guest you are inviting.
Help your loved ones visit Canada with confidence. Stop by either of our Brampton locations or contact us today to get your Letter of Invitation professionally notarized.
NOTARY LAWYER NORTH YORK
Professional Notary Public and Commissioner of Oaths services in North York, Ontario. Fast, legally binding, and affordable document notarization.
1280 Finch Ave W Unit 305, North York, ON M3J 3K6, Canada
150 Duncan Mill Rd Unit 2, North York, ON M3B 3M4, Canada
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