Biometric Collection Session for Canadian Visas in Bermuda

Bermuda Government News

Published April 1st, 2026

Detected April 1st, 2026

Summary

The Bermuda Ministry of Economy and Labour announced a biometric collection session for Canadian visa applicants on April 16-17, 2026, in partnership with the Consulate General of Canada. The service will be held at the Department of Immigration in Hamilton and is available to Bermuda residents applying for Canadian visitor visas, work or study permits, or permanent residency. Appointments are required and can be booked by emailing CNGNYConsular@international.gc.ca.

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What changed

The Ministry announced a two-day biometric collection session for Canadian visa applicants, scheduled for April 16-17, 2026, at the Government Administration Building in Hamilton. This service, provided through a partnership with the Consulate General of Canada, allows Bermuda residents to complete the biometric requirement for Canadian immigration applications locally. The biometrics fee is CAD $85 per individual or CAD $170 maximum per family applying together.

Eligible applicants must reside in Bermuda, have applied for a Canadian visa or permit, have paid the biometrics fee, and possess a Biometrics Instruction Letter from IRCC. To book an appointment, applicants must email the Consulate General with their name, date of birth, phone number, and a copy of their BIL. Those unable to attend this session can find alternative collection locations through the IRCC website. No queries should be directed to the Bermuda Department of Immigration regarding this process.

What to do next

Confirm eligibility by checking if you require biometrics for your Canadian visa, study/work permit, or permanent residency application
Book an appointment by emailing CNGNYConsular@international.gc.ca with your name, date of birth, phone number, and Biometrics Instruction Letter
Bring your valid passport and Biometrics Instruction Letter to the Department of Immigration on your scheduled date

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Biometric Collection Session for Canadian Visas in Bermuda

01 April, 2026

The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to announce an upcoming biometric collection session for Bermudians seeking Canadian Visas.

Specific identification criteria are mandatory for some individuals applying for a Canadian visitor visa, work or study permit, or permanent residency in Canada. It is also compulsory for all international students, including Bermudian students.

Thanks to an ongoing partnership with the Consulate General of Canada, b iometric collection will take place in Bermuda on April 16-17 th 2026.

The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, said, "We remain committed to making essential services more accessible for Bermuda's residents. This biometric collection session is an invaluable opportunity for those applying for Canadian visas and work or study permits to complete an important step in the process without the added burden of overseas travel. I appreciate the Consulate General of Canada's continued collaboration in providing this convenient service, and I strongly encourage those eligible to take advantage of it."

Biometrics Collection Details

Date: Thursday, 16 th and Friday, 17 th April 2026

Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm by appointment only

Location: Department of Immigration, 1 st Floor Government Administration Building, 30 Parliament Street, Hamilton

Who Can Use This Service?

First, please make sure that you do need to give your biometrics.

You can use the service if you:

· Reside in Bermuda

· Have a pplied for a study or work permit, visitor visa, or permanent residenc y in Canada

· Have p aid the biometrics fee (CAD $85 per individual; CAD $170 maximum fee per famil y applying at the same time)

· Possess a biometrics instruction letter from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Note: If you apply online for your study or work permit, or visitor visa and pay the biometrics fee when you submit your application, you can receive the biometrics instruction letter within 24 hours of applying. Please note that you have 30 days after receiving the letter to provide your biometrics.

How to Book an Appointment

To avoid long wait times, you must book an appointment in advance. To schedule your appointment, email CNGNYConsular@international.gc.ca and include your:

· S urname

· G iven name

· Da te of birth

· P hone number

· A c opy of your Biometrics Instruction Letter (BIL)

The Consulate General will respond to your email within two business days, beginning April 1, 2026.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

· Your valid passport or other travel documents

· Your Biometrics Instruction Letter

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment.

Other Biometrics Collection Options.

If you cannot use the service on April 16 th -17 th in Hamilton, the following options are available: https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/where-to-give-biometrics.asp.