How do I get an ETA for electronic travel authorization?

Overview of the eTA application process
  1. Get your passport, credit or debit card ready, and read the help document.
  2. Use the online form to apply. ...
  3. Pay $7 CAD for your eTA right after you complete the form.
  4. Get an email about your eTA application. ...
  5. You may need to submit documents before your application can be approved.




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Get an email about your eTA application. Most applications are approved within minutes but some can take longer. You may need to submit additional documents before your application can be approved. If this happens to you, an email will be sent with instructions within 72 hours.

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An eTA is an electronic Travel Authorization. It allows the bearer access into the issuing country, without the need for a visa at all. Travelers who are from a visa-exempt country can travel using this document, instead of a visa.

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While most eTAs are approved within minutes, some eTA applications can take several days to process. eTAs can also be obtained via smartphone or tablet. This means that if a traveller has forgotten to obtain an eTA, they will be able to do so at the airport.

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An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air. An eTA is electronically linked to a traveller's passport. It is valid for up to five years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.

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Do VWP travelers need to bring a paper printout of their ESTA approval to the airport? No. DHS will be able to communicate a traveler's ESTA status to the carriers. However, DHS recommends that travelers print out the ESTA application response in order to maintain a record of their ESTA application number.

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You can generally request expedited processing by calling the USCIS Contact Center at 800-375-5283 (TTY 800-767-1833) or by asking Emma after you have obtained a receipt notice.

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Applying for an eTA is a simple online process that takes just a few minutes to complete. Most applicants get their eTA approval (via an email) within minutes. However, some requests can take several days to process if you're asked to submit supporting documents.

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