The Canada Transit eTA allows eligible travellers to pass through a Canadian airport to another country. It applies only to air travel and must be obtained before boarding your connecting flight to Canada.

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Canada Transit eTA Requirements

Category A: Standard eTA Nationals

Must provide a clear scan of the passport biopage.

Category B: Conditionally Eligible Nationals

Along with a passport bio-page, citizens of category B need to hold and provide details from any one of the following:

Supporting Document

Requirement

Canadian Visitor Visa

Issued within the last 10 years.

Valid US Non-Immigrant Visa

Valid at the time of application.

Important Note: Foreign travellers must ensure they are eligible for the Canada eTA before applying.

Canada Transit eTA Processing Time

Standard Processing

Processing Time: 1-6 Working Days

Rush Processing

Processing Time: 1- 3 Working Days

Super Rush Processing

Processing Time: 24 Hours

Canada Transit eTA Validity, Stay and Allowed Entry

Validity

Stay Duration

Entry Type

5 years or until your passport expires

6 months per visit for transit travellers

Allows for Multiple Entries

Apply for a Canada Transit eTA

Step 1

Fill out the Canada eTA for transit application form with accurate travel details.

Step 2

Review the details carefully and upload clear scans of all required documents.

Step 3

Pay the processing fee by credit/debit card or cryptocurrency, then submit the form.

Step 4

Once processed, the approved Canada eTA for transit will be sent by email.

Important Note: After submitting the application, the applicant will receive status updates by email.

Canada Transit eTA Fee

The Canada eTA fee for transit travellers varies by nationality and the processing time selected. Calculate the exact fee using the Canada eTA Fee tool.

Useful Notes for Travellers

  • Travellers must select the processing time that aligns with this travel date.
  • After making the payment, travellers will receive a payment confirmation receipt via email.

Using the Add Applicant option, you can add multiple travellers to one Canada eTA application. They are processed together, updates go to the main applicant, and each traveller gets a separate eTA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, each eligible traveller, including a child, must have their own approved Canada eTA linked to their passport.

If your passport expires, your Canada eTA also becomes invalid. You must apply again with your new passport.

No. A Canada eTA cannot be extended. Travellers must apply for a new eTA after it expires.


Content Disclaimer: Updated in May 2026. Please verify details with the relevant authorities, embassies, and airlines before travel.