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  1. Entry requirements by country or territory

    Entry requirements by country/territory. Visa-exempt (eTA eligible) travellers. The following travellers need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to board their flight to Canada. However, these travellers do not need an eTA if entering by land or sea - for instance driving from the U.S. or coming by bus, train, or boat, including cruise ship.

  2. I am an American citizen. What do I need to enter Canada?

    If you are an American citizen who wants to enter Canada, you need to know the requirements and procedures for crossing the border. This webpage provides you with the information on what documents you need, how to apply for an eTA or a visa, and what to expect upon arrival. You can also find links to other useful resources on health, taxes, and benefits in Canada.

  3. Find out if you need a visa to travel to Canada

    You can apply for an eTA if you travel to Canada by air only. An eTA: costs CAN$7; is electronically linked to your passport; ... You may be able to transit through Canada without a visa or eTA if you meet certain eligibility requirements. If your travel plans change. You need a visitor visa ...

  4. Travel and identification documents for entering Canada

    If you do not have a passport, and are returning to Canada, the following documents can denote identity and citizenship: NEXUS card, held by a Canadian citizen, when entering Canada by air (when coming from the U.S.), land, or marine modes. FAST card (Free and Secure Trade), issued to a Canadian citizen (when arriving by land or marine modes ...

  5. Traveller entry requirements

    Use Advance Declaration in ArriveCAN to submit your customs and immigration declaration before flying into Canada. Government of Canada's official one-stop-shop for comprehensive international travel information.

  6. Entering Canada

    Step 1. Pre-arrival: Use Advance Declaration or complete a Declaration Card. If you're arriving by air at one of Canada's participating international airports, you can save time at the border. Submit your customs and immigration declaration online using Advance Declaration up to 72 hours before you arrive in Canada.

  7. Eligible travellers from 13 more countries now qualify for an

    On June 6, 2023, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the addition of 13 countries to the electronic travel authorization (eTA) program. Travellers from these countries who have either held a Canadian visa in the last 10 years or who currently hold a valid United States non-immigrant visa can now apply for an eTA instead of a visa when ...

  8. Eligible travellers from 13 more countries now qualify

    The eTA is a digital travel document that most visa-exempt travellers need in order to travel to or transit through Canada by air. The eTA application is used by Canadian officials to conduct light-touch, pre-travel screening of air travellers. It costs CAN$7 to apply, and most applications are automatically approved within minutes.

  9. Do I Need an eTA for Canada?

    1. Lawful Permanent Residents and Canadian citizens. Lawful permanent residents of Canada, do not need an eTA. Instead, you will need your valid Permanent Resident Card (PR Card) or Permanent Resident Travel Document to travel to Canada. If you are a dual citizen, meaning you hold Canadian citizenship and at least one other citizenship, you do ...

  10. Get help with an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

    For technical or other issues when using the eTA application form, complete this enquiry form. Under "Type of application" select "Electronic Travel Authorization", then "General and Technical Enquiries.". Provide as many details as possible about the problem you encountered. Note: It can take us several days to answer your inquiry.

  11. Canada Electronic Travel Authorization

    Most foreign nationals who want to visit Canada require a valid visitor visa to enter the country. However, citizens of some countries are visa-exempt. In 2016, Canada introduced electronic travel authorizations (eTA) as a new entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to or through Canada by air. Who Needs an eTA.

  12. Can I fly to Canada without an eTA?

    Visa required, except for Passengers with a British passport with nationality of British Citizen shown on the bio-data page. The passenger must have an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). If ground staff lets you board, the airline will be heavily fined and could lose its licence to fly to Canada.

  13. Travellers from 13 more countries can now qualify for visa-free travel

    An eTA is a $7 digital travel document that most visa-exempt travellers need in order to travel to Canada by air. It is electronically linked to a traveller's passport for up to five years or ...

  14. Do you need a Visa or an eTA to visit Canada?

    The rules for visiting Canada have changed a lot in the last few years and many travellers might not be aware of the new regulations.. Prior to 2016, there was a big list of countries that could just fly into Canada without pre-applying for any type of travel document, but that has now changed with the launch of the eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization).

  15. How do I apply for an eTA for travel to Canada?

    How do I apply for an eTA for travel to Canada? To apply you must have a valid passport from a visa-exempt country, a valid credit and an email address. It costs $7 CAD to get an eTA and only takes a few minutes to apply. Approved eTAs are valid for up to five years. Apply now for an eTA.

  16. I am a Canadian citizen. Do I need an eTA to enter Canada?

    No. Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, cannot apply for an eTA to enter Canada. You will need a valid Canadian passport to board your flight to Canada. A valid Canadian passport is the only reliable and universally accepted travel document. It provides proof that you are a citizen and have the right to enter Canada without being ...

  17. Entry requirements

    Most people need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to travel to Canada - not both. You do not need a visa for short visits (normally up to six months). You will need an eTA ...

  18. Visa-free travel to Canada

    eTA facts. The eTA is a digital travel document that most visa-exempt travellers need in order to travel to or transit through Canada by air. The eTA application is used by Canadian officials to ...

  19. Do I need a Canada ETA if I travel by land?

    According to Canada visa policy, 58 nationalities are exempt from getting a visa if they wish to visit Canada for short-term stays. However, all those nationalities, except for US citizens, are required to have a Canada ETA before departure if they travel by air. As a result, if you travel by land and enter Canada through a US border or by sea, a Canada ETA is not necessary.

  20. How to Travel to Canada Without Visa

    Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA): If you are a citizen of a country that requires a visa to enter Canada, you may be able to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) instead. An eTA is an electronic document that is linked to your passport and allows you to travel to Canada without a visa. You can apply for an eTA online through ...

  21. What to know for the total solar eclipse: Time, path of totality ...

    Then, it will cross over Canada in southern Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, ending on the Atlantic coast of Newfoundland at 5:16 p.m. (3:46 p.m. ET).