Apply for your Canada visa from the United Kingdom

[collapse-start]Do United Kingdom citizens need a visa for Canada?\nNo. United Kingdom citizens do not need a traditional visa to enter Canada for short stays. However, they must obtain an approved Canada eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before traveling to Canada by air.\n\nThe eTA must be approved prior to departure and is electronically linked to the traveler’s passport.\n\nUnited Kingdom citizens entering Canada by land or sea do not require an eTA.[collapse-end]\n\n[collapse-start]What is the ArriveCAN form?\nArriveCAN is a mandatory travel form that travelers may be required to complete before flying to or transiting through Canada. It collects travel and contact information and must be submitted prior to boarding. It is not a visa or travel authorization.[collapse-end]\n\n[collapse-start]How long does it take to process a Canada eTA?\nProcessing times for a Canada eTA vary depending on application volume and the accuracy of the information submitted.\n\nWhen applying with iVisa, processing can range from a few hours to a few business days, depending on the selected service option. Travelers are advised to apply in advance of their departure date.\n\nFinal approval is determined by Canadian authorities.[collapse-end]\n\n[collapse-start]How long can United Kingdom nationals stay in Canada?\nThe Canada eTA allows United Kingdom citizens to stay in Canada for up to 6 months per entry.\n\nThe eTA is generally valid for up to 5 years from the date of issue, or until the passport expires (whichever comes first), and permits multiple entries. The final length of stay is determined by Canadian border authorities at the port of entry.[collapse-end]\n\n\n[collapse-start]Do United Kingdom citizens need a visa or ETA when transiting through Canada?\nYes. If transiting through Canada by air, United Kingdom passport holders generally need a valid Canada eTA, even if they remain in the international transit area.\n\nTravelers entering Canada by land or sea for transit purposes do not require an eTA.[collapse-end]\n\n[collapse-start]What activities are permitted with a Canada eTA?\nThe Canada eTA allows short-term stays for tourism, business meetings, family visits, or transit.\n\nIt does not permit employment in Canada or long-term residence. Travelers who plan to work or study may require a separate permit or visa, depending on their circumstances.[collapse-end]