Visa
Note that the information on this page is for reference only, you should refer to the canadian immigration website for the latest information and requirements on VISA procedures.
For a simple visit of a few weeks, the citizens of most countries only need to purchase an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for $7 CAD. The following countries are eligible for an ETA only application :
| Andorra | Australia | Austria | Bahamas | Barbados |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | Brunei Darussalam | Bulgaria | Chile | Croatia |
| Czech Republic | Denmark | Estonia | Finland | France |
| Germany | Greece | Hong Kong | Hungary | Iceland |
| Ireland | Italy | Japan | Korea South | Latvia |
| Liechtenstein | Lithuania | Luxembourg | Malta | Mexico |
| Monaco | Netherlands | New Zealand | Norway | Papua New Guinea |
| Poland | Portugal | Republic of Cyprus | Romania | Samoa |
| San Marino | Singapore | Slovakia | Slovenia | Solomon Islands |
| Spain | Sweden | Switzerland | Taiwan | United Kingdom |
| Vatican City |
As well as British overseas territory citizen who derives that citizenship through birth, descent, naturalization or registration in one of the British overseas territories of:
| Anguilla | Bermuda | British Virgin Islands | Cayman Islands | Falkland Islands |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibraltar | Montserrat | Pitcairn Island | Saint Helena | Turks and Caicos Islands |
Furthermore, American citizens only need proper documentation (passport or american ID) to cross the border to Canada and do not need to purchase an ETA.
Other countries will need a VISA to enter Canada and thus should start the procedures in advance as the delays can vary greatly depending on where you apply from.