IRCC released further details on the biometrics.

On December 3, 2019, IRCC released further details on the biometrics requirements for in-Canada applications. Foreign nationals will have an opportunity to provide their fingerprints and photos at any of the 58 designated Service Canada locations across the country. Last year, Canada introduced biometrics requirements for the applicants outside Canada. As of December 2019, Canada has visa application centres (VAC) in 160 locations in 108 countries to collect the fingerprints and photos.