Who is eligible to apply for a Canada ETA? (Air Travel Only)

Applicants fall into one of two eligibility categories.

Who Can Apply for Canada eTA Without Supporting Documents?

Applicants from the countries listed below are only required to have a valid passport to apply for a Canada eTA; no additional requirements apply.

Who Can Apply for a Canada eTA with Supporting Documents?

Applicants from the countries listed below must have a valid passport and EITHER a Canadian visitor visa issued within the last 10 years or a valid U.S. non-immigrant visa that is valid on the date of application.

Canada eTA Permitted Travel Purposes

Travellers can apply for a Canada eTA for the following travel purposes:

Tourism

Transit

Business

Short-Term Study

Family Visit

Canada eTA Application Requirements

The applicant must submit the following documents:

Requirement Common for All Applicants

  • Scanned copy of the passport bio page

Additional Requirements for Certain Nationalities

Applicants from certain nationalities must meet ONE of the following requirements.

If You Previously Held a Canadian Visitor Visa

  • Canadian temporary visitor visa issued within the past 10 years
  • Confirm in the application that you previously held an eligible Canadian visitor visa
  • No scanned copy or visa details are required

If You Hold a Valid U.S. Non-Immigrant Visa

  • Valid U.S. non-immigrant visa (must be valid on the date of application)
  • Provide:
    • U.S. visa number
    • U.S. visa expiry date
  • No scanned copy of the U.S. visa is required

Detailed information on each requirement for the Canada eTA must be known to the applicant before beginning the application process.

Canada eTA Validity and Stay Duration 

Validity

5 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first

Number of Entries Allowed

Multiple

Stay Duration

6 months per visit

How to Apply for a Canada eTA?

Fill Out the Application Form

Provide passport, travel, and general details. Select a processing option.

Upload Required Documents

Upload documents as requested in the application.

Pay the Required Fee

Pay the eTA fee using a credit or debit card.

Receive Approval

The approved Canada eTA is sent to the applicant’s registered email ID.

How to Obtain a Canada eTA Urgently?

To obtain a Canada eTA on an urgent basis, the applicant must select either rush or super-rush processing at the time of eTA application.

  • Rush processing provides approval within 1- 3 Working Days
  • Super-rush processing provides approval within 24 Hours

Both these processing options require the applicant to pay an additional fee that is added to the total cost of the Canada eTA.

How to Track a Canada eTA Application Status?

3 ways to check:

  • Regular status updates are sent to the applicant’s registered email.
  • Application status can be checked through the online status tracker available on the application portal.
  • The Canada visa support provides status-related assistance.
Entry Into Canada

What documents are required to be presented at the Canadian border?

At the Canadian border, the travellers are required to show:

  • The approved Canada eTA
  • The passport used during the application process. 
  • Additional eligibility documents, where applicable 
  • Sufficient fund proof

Travel to Canada for the FIFA World Cup 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place from 11 June to 19 July 2026, with matches hosted across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. This edition marks the first World Cup featuring 48 teams, making it the largest in history.

In Canada, matches will be held in Toronto and Vancouver, bringing global football action to two major Canadian cities. The tournament marks a significant moment for Canadian football, as the country co-hosts it for the first time. To enter Canada for the World Cup, travellers must obtain the appropriate travel authorisation, including a Canada eTA. Early application is strongly recommended to prevent processing delays.

FIFA World Cup 2026
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