How do I pay online?

If you are applying online, how you pay will depend on the type of application you submit.

If you apply on paper you must use our online payment service.

Pay directly within the online application

If you are apply for any of the following you will be asked to pay directly within the application before you submit it.

• A temporary resident visa
• A study permit
• A work permit
• An eTA
• Through the Employer Portal
• For Express Entry
• Proof of citizenship (a citizenship certificate)
• A search of citizenship records

Attach a receipt to your online application

For all other online applications you will need to use our online payment service and then attach the fee receipt to your application.

1. Select your fee category.
2. In the fee table, tell us how many of each fee you want to pay. You do this by putting a number in the “Quantity” column.
3. When you reach the “Summary of Fees” page
   • select “Login and Pay”
   • you need to log in or register for a new payment account
4. After you log in, enter your payment details.
5. Once you complete your payment we’ll email you a copy of your receipt.
6. Upload a copy of your receipt following the instructions in the online application.

Pay online for a paper application

You will need to use our online payment service and include the receipt with your application package.

1. Select your fee category.
2. In the fee table, tell us how many of each fee you want to pay. You do this by putting a number in the “Quantity” column.
3. When you reach the “Summary of Fees” page
   • select “Login and Pay”
   • you need to login or register for a new payment account
4. After you log in, enter your payment details.
5. Print a copy of your receipt. You’ll also be emailed a copy.
6. Write your application number or your unique client identifier (UCI) on the back of your receipt. If you don’t know your application number or UCI, write your full name and address instead.
7. Include a copy of the receipt with your application.