Who will need an eTA?

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.



An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is generally required for visa-exempt foreign nationals flying to or transiting through countries like Canada or Australia. For Canada, this includes citizens from countries like the UK, France, Germany, and Japan who do not need a full visitor visa. Notably, U.S. citizens do not need an eTA to enter Canada, but U.S. Green Card holders (permanent residents) do need to present their Green Card and a valid passport. The eTA is only required for travel by air; if you enter Canada by land (car or bus) or sea (cruise ship), you typically do not need one. The authorization is linked digitally to your passport and usually lasts for five years or until the passport expires. It is essential to apply through official government portals to avoid the inflated fees charged by third-party "processing" sites.

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Travellers who are exempt from the eTA requirement. U.S. citizens are exempt from the eTA requirement and must carry proper identification such as a valid U.S. passport. Lawful permanent residents of the United States who hold valid status in the U.S. are exempt from the eTA requirement.

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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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You may be eligible to apply for an eTA (instead of a visitor visa) if you're a: Citizen from select visa-required countries and you're travelling to Canada by air. However, you still need visitor visa (not an eTA) when arriving by car, bus, train, or boat, including a cruise ship.

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But there are three people who are exempt from this rule? They do not require a passport to travel anywhere in the world. These 3 people are United Kingdom's King Charles III and Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. Before King Charles III, the privilege was with Queen Elizabeth II.

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Entry into Canada: Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada carry proof of citizenship and identity. A valid U.S. passport, passport card, or NEXUS card satisfies these requirements for U.S. citizens. Children under 16 only need proof of U.S. citizenship.

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Submit your customs and immigration declaration online using Advance Declaration up to 72 hours before you arrive in Canada. If you choose not to submit your declaration in advance, you can complete it at an airport kiosk or eGate.

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