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eTA Canada

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About the Canadian eTA

General Information

With the Canada Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) you can visit Canada as often as you wish for short vacation stays lasting up to six months at a time.

The eTA visa is valid for five years or until your passport expires – whichever comes first.

A Canada eTA is particularly useful for visa-exempt foreign nationals and is only suitable for those coming into Canada by air.

Securing your Canada Electronic Travel Authorization is really easy with Visa First.

We will take care of your Canada eTA application from beginning to end, and you will be exploring Canada’s incredible attractions before you know it!

Remember, you will need an eTA before you travel to Canada for your holiday, so be sure to apply before you book your flights or make travel arrangements.

Eligibility

You can apply for eTA Canada if:

  • You hold a passport from an eligible country
  • Your passport must be valid for the entire period of your intended stay in Canada
  • You are entering Canada by air
Canada eTA Requirements

In order to apply for eTA Canada, you will be required to provide a number of documents. These may include:

  • A completed application form
  • Passport copy
  • Visa processing fee
Canada eTA Processing Time

Processing time for the Canadian eTA visa depends on the Immigration Office

Cost

Canadian ETA Visa cost starts from

€50
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Canadian eTA is required for visa-exempt foreign nationals who are travelling to Canada by air.

Visa-exempt countries that are eligible for the Canada eTA include:
Andorra, Anguilla, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Cayman Islands, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Falkland Islands (Malvinas), Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montserrat, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Papua New Guinea, Pitcairn Island, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Romania, Saint Helena, Samoa, San Marino, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turks and Caicos Islands, UK, United Arab Emirates, Vatican City State.

Please note there may be other requirements alongside the country you’re from.

Yes, your eTA Canada will be attached to your passport.

Therefore, you must travel with the same passport that you used when applying for the eTA.

If you obtain a new passport after receiving your eTA, you will need to apply for a new eTA using your new passport details.

Typically, once your application is submitted, you can receive your Canada eTA as quickly as within a few days after it has been processed by the embassy.

Yes, you can apply for an eTA more than once if necessary.

However, you should only do so if you have made an error in your previous application or if your circumstances have changed significantly.

It’s important to note that if you have multiple eTA applications, this could potentially lead to delays or complications in processing.

If you do need to make changes or corrections to your existing eTA application, it’s best to contact the appropriate authorities.

No, you cannot extend an eTA while you are in Canada.

If you would like to stay longer in Canada, you may need to apply for a different type of visa or permit, such as a visitor visa, work permit, or study permit, depending on your circumstances.

No, you cannot work in Canada with an eTA. Instead, if you wish to work in Canada, you will need to apply for a work permit.

Typically, if your eTA Canada is approved, you’ll receive a confirmation email.

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