How to apply for a Canada eTA from the Philippines

Filipino travelers heading to Canada can look forward to a wide variety of experiences. But before you get there, you’ll need to apply for a Canadian visa.

This blog will guide you through the application process for a Canada eTA, which is shorter than the Canada Visitor Visa. Our goal is to make this part of your travel preparations as stress-free as possible.

Do Filipino citizens need a Canada visa?

Yes, Filipino citizens must apply for a Canadian visa before entering the country. For short-term visits, you can either apply for a Canada Visitor Visa or a Canada eTA. This blog will focus on the Canada eTA.

The Canada eTA (electronic travel authorization) allows Filipino citizens to travel to Canada for business, tourism, or transit purposes. However, in order to be eligible for a Canada eTA, Philippines passport holders must meet one of the following conditions:

• You must have held a Canadian visitor visa in the past 10 years; or

• You currently hold a valid US non-immigrant visa.

If you don’t meet either of the listed conditions, then you don’t qualify for an eTA and will have to apply for a Visitor Visa instead.

Learn more about the Canada eTA

Canada eTA difficulty rating: Easy

The Canada eTA application process for Filipinos has a difficulty rating of 6/100. There are only 16 questions to complete. Most applicants complete the form in about 7 minutes.

While our rejection rate for eTAs is relatively low at 10.71%, we help minimize this risk by ensuring that your application is accurate and meets all the requirements.

iVisa pro tip: To avoid unnecessary delays or rejections, double-check your first and middle name on the application form before submitting it. Make sure it matches your passport exactly, including the spelling and the order of your names. This small detail can make a big difference in getting your eTA approved quickly.

How to get your Canada eTA with us

Here’s how easy it is to apply for your Canada eTA through our service:

• Step 1: Fill in your personal and travel details on our website or through the iVisa app.

• Step 2: Make sure that all your information is correct and select your preferred processing time. Pay the fees with a credit or debit card, PayPal, or Venmo.

• Step 3: Complete the rest of the application form and submit it.

We’ll notify you via email once your eTA has been granted. Approval can happen in as little as 1 minute, making it a simple and efficient way to prepare for your trip.

Why choose us?

We’ve assisted thousands of travelers in obtaining their eTAs, with a success rate of close to 90% due to our careful review process and personalized support.

"I wasn’t sure what to expect when applying for my Canada eTA, but iVisa really simplified the process. The step-by-step guide was clear, and I appreciated how quickly my application was approved. It made the whole experience stress-free." — Lani, a satisfied customer from Manila

Where can I contact you?

If you have any questions about traveling to Canada or the Canada eTA application, our customer service team is available to help. Contact us any time through WhatsApp or iVisa chat.