Collection of Visa Applications and Biometrics at Visa Application Centres Abroad

Awarded 27 Feb 2018

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Awarded27 Feb 2018
Value$45,944,280.00
ProvinceOntario
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 1y9y 8mo term, 90% elapsed
Awarded 27 Feb 2018Expires 31 Oct 2027

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada awarded a contract to TT Visa Services Ltd for the collection of paper applications including biometrics at Visa Application Centres abroad.

The biometric information collected from visa applicants comprises fingerprints and digital photographs.

The global Visa Application Centre (VAC) network plays an integral part in Canada's Immigration Program as the VACs are the main point of enrolment for those required to provide biometric data.

This contract supports the department's delivery of its core mandate with regards to conducting the screening of potential residents to protect the health, safety and security of Canadians.

The contract value is CAD 45,944,280.

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