Canada Visa (eTA)
From$94.99
- 5 years validity
- Stay up to 6 months per entry
- Multiple entry
- As fast as 2 hours
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Canada visa requirements
Whether you need a visa for Canada depends on your nationality and the purpose of your trip. Visa-exempt travelers flying into Canada generally need a Canada eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization), while citizens of visa-required countries need a Canada Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa). Separately, every traveler can make an Advance CBSA Declaration (ArriveCAN) to speed up customs and immigration on arrival — it is not a visa.
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General Canada visa requirements are:
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- Valid passport (must be valid for at least six months from your date of arrival)
- Valid email address
- Personal details and your flight or travel itinerary
- Bank statements from the last 3–6 months (proof of sufficient funds)
- Evidence of employment, property ownership, or family commitments in your home country
- Letter of invitation if visiting family or friends
Canada travel documents through iVisa
What each document covers, who it suits, and how it is issued.
Canada Visa (eTA)Travel authorisation
All visa-exempt travelers must obtain a Canada eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before flying into Canada for tourism, visiting family and friends, business, or transit.
Apply now- Who it's for
- The Canada eTA is for citizens of visa-exempt countries who are arriving in Canada by air. Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, are not eligible and must travel on a valid Canadian passport.
- Permitted activities
- Tourism, visiting family and friends, business meetings, and transit through a Canadian airport. You cannot work or study for more than six months on an eTA — that requires the appropriate work or study permit.
- Duration and entries
- The eTA is a multiple-entry authorization valid for up to 5 years, or until your passport expires. Most visitors are granted a stay of up to 6 months per entry.
- Ports of entry
- The eTA is specifically an air-entry requirement. If you arrive by car, bus, train, or boat, you only need to present your valid passport at the border.
- Delivery format
- Your eTA is digitally linked to your passport and sent by email. There is no label in your passport; if you renew or change your passport, you must apply for a new eTA.
- Validity
- 5 years
- Length of stay
- 6 months per entry
- Entry
- Multiple entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 2 hours
Canada Visitor VisaVisa
If you are not from a visa-exempt country, you must have a Canada Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa or TRV) before traveling to Canada for tourism, visiting family, or business.
Apply now- Who it's for
- The Visitor Visa (TRV) is for citizens of visa-required countries traveling to Canada for tourism, visiting family, or business. It is required regardless of how you enter Canada — air, land, or sea.
- Permitted activities
- Tourism, visiting family and friends, and business activities. A Visitor Visa does not authorize you to work; working in Canada requires a specific Work Permit.
- Biometrics
- Most applicants must provide fingerprints and a photo at a Visa Application Centre (VAC). A medical exam or police certificate may be requested depending on your country of residence or length of stay.
- Duration and entries
- The Visitor Visa can be issued as a multiple-entry visa. Most visitors are allowed to stay up to 6 months, with the exact date set by the border officer on arrival.
- Delivery format
- The Canada Visitor Visa is a physical sticker (called a "counterfoil") that must be placed inside your passport.
- Validity
- 10 years
- Length of stay
- 6 months per entry
- Entry
- Multiple entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 45 days
Canada Advance CBSA Declaration (ArriveCAN)Arrival card
The Canada Advance CBSA Declaration is a digital form that allows travelers to submit their customs and immigration declaration to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) before arriving in Canada.
Apply now- Who it's for
- The Advance CBSA Declaration is a customs requirement for every person entering Canada, regardless of visa status or nationality. It replaces the paper declaration cards formerly used on airplanes. It is not a visa.
- Permitted activities
- The declaration lets you submit your customs and immigration information in advance and use express lanes at major international airports to streamline your entry.
- Duration and entries
- It is valid for a single entry. You must complete a new declaration every time you enter Canada.
- Ports of entry
- The digital declaration is accepted at most major Canadian international airports.
- Delivery format
- You receive a confirmation by email with a reference number, electronically linked to your passport. At the airport you scan your passport at a primary inspection kiosk or eGate to retrieve your declaration.
- Validity
- 30 days
- Length of stay
- 90 days per entry
- Entry
- Single entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 15 minutes
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Canada visa prices and processing times
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Canada Visitor Visa
From$536.99
- 10 years validity
- Stay up to 6 months per entry
- Multiple entry
- As fast as 45 days
Canada Advance CBSA Declaration (ArriveCAN)
From$69.99
- 30 days validity
- Stay up to 90 days per entry
- Single entry
- As fast as 15 minutes
Our Canada visa application process
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Our experts check your application for the errors that cause government rejections, fix them with you, then submit it directly to the Canada government on your behalf.
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Canada visa FAQs
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What is the difference between a Canada Visitor Visa and an eTA?
A Visitor Visa (TRV) is a physical sticker for citizens of countries that are not visa-exempt. An eTA is a digital authorization for citizens of visa-exempt countries (like the UK or Australia) who are arriving by air. You cannot have both; you need one or the other based on your citizenship.
Do I need a Canada Advance CBSA Declaration even if I have an eTA or Visa?
Yes. The Advance CBSA Declaration is a mandatory customs requirement for every person entering Canada, regardless of their visa status or nationality. It replaces the paper declaration cards formerly used on airplanes.
How long can I stay in Canada?
Most visitors are allowed to stay for up to 6 months. The exact date you must leave will be determined by the border officer at the port of entry. If you wish to stay longer, you must apply for a "Visitor Record" extension at least 30 days before your status expires.
Can I work or study in Canada with an eTA?
No. The Canada eTA only allows you to visit for tourism, business meetings, or transit. If you intend to work or study (for more than six months), you must apply for the appropriate work or study permit. However, if your permit application is approved, an eTA is usually issued to you automatically along with your permit.
Do children and minors need their own Canada travel document?
Yes. There are no age exemptions. Every traveler, including infants and minor children, must have their own individual document linked to their own valid passport. Families can easily apply together through iVisa by clicking "Add another person" during the application process.
What happens if my Canada application is denied?
If denied, you will receive an email from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) outlining the reasons for the refusal. You can usually re-apply by submitting a completely new application with corrected information. iVisa offers denial protection, and in some cases our experts can help you reapply.
Do I need a Canada eTA if I enter Canada by land or sea?
No. The Canada eTA is specifically an air-entry requirement. If you are a citizen of a visa-exempt country arriving by car, bus, train, or boat (including a cruise ship), you do not need an eTA. You only need to present your valid passport at the border.
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