Canada•North AmericaElectronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
7 CAD
Stay Duration
Up to 6 months
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Electronically linked travel authorization for visa-exempt nationals flying to Canada. Valid for 5 years or until passport expiry. No work or study permitted.
The Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an entry requirement for visa-exempt citizens who travel to Canada by air. It is electronically linked to a traveler's passport and greatly simplifies entry for citizens of eligible countries.
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Requirements
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: AD, AG, AU, AT, BS, BB, BE, BN, BG, CL, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IS, IE, IT, JP, KR, LV, LI, LT, LU, MT, MX, MC, NL, NZ, NO, PG, PL, PT, RO, SM, SG, SK, SI, SB, ES, SE, CH, TW, AE, GB, VA, WS
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Electronic or biometric passport
Email address
For approval notification
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Advantages
- Quick online approval (usually within minutes)
- Low cost (CAD $7)
- Valid for 5 years with multiple entries
- No appointment or biometrics needed
- Fastest entry option for eligible nationals
Considerations
- Only for visa-exempt countries
- Air travel only (not valid for land/sea entry)
- No work authorization
- No study authorization
Application Process
Check eligibility
Confirm your country is eTA-eligible and you don't need a visitor visa
Complete online form
Provide personal, passport, and travel information
Pay fee
Pay CAD $7 by credit/debit card
Receive approval
Usually approved within minutes; linked to passport electronically
Application Forms
Electronic Travel Authorization Application
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