Short answer
After receiving an IRCC biometric instruction letter, applicants may book with the Canada Visa Application Centre in Hong Kong or Taipei. Both centres are operated by VFS Global; the Taipei VAC is not an internal unit of the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei.
Detailed answer
Applicants who receive an IRCC biometric instruction letter may book fingerprint and digital-photo collection at the Canada Visa Application Centre in Hong Kong or Taipei. Both VACs are operated by VFS Global. The Canadian Trade Office in Taipei is Canada's representative office in Taiwan, but the Taipei VAC is not its internal visa department, and VAC staff do not decide immigration applications. Biometrics for temporary-resident applications are generally valid for 10 years; applicants aged 13 or younger at the time of application are usually exempt.
What to confirm
Use the location and deadline in the IRCC instruction letter, check the current VAC appointment page, and keep the completion receipt.
Official sources
Last updated: 2026-09-01