Travelling to Canada requires eligible applicants to obtain a Canada eTA. The eTA can be obtained by submitting the Canada eTA application form. Let's understand what documents are required for a Canada eTA application and whether a photograph is also a requirement for the application.
Is a Photo Required for Your Canada eTA?
No, a separate photo is no longer required, as the Canada eTA application now relies on the photograph that is available on the applicant's passport.
How Is the Photograph on Your Passport Used?
The photograph shown on your passport bio page is used by Canadian authorities to confirm your identity. This is why a separate applicant photograph is not normally required.
Why Do Travellers Think a Separate Photo Is Required
Many online visa application forms require a photograph, so travellers may assume the Canada eTA does too. However, for a Canada eTA application, a separate applicant photo is not normally required.
FAQ: Do the applicants only need a passport-bio page scan for their Canada eTA
application?
Yes, only a passport bio-page scan is required. However, applicants from certain nationalities must have
held a Canadian visitor visa within the past 10 years or currently hold a valid U.S. non-immigrant
visa.
Check the Canada eTA requirement before beginning the application process.
Canada eTA Passport Bio-Page Scan Requirements
When submitting a scan copy of the passport bio page for a Canada eTA application, ensure the scan meets the following requirements:
- Include the entire bio page, showing your photo, personal details, and MRZ number.
- Use a high-resolution image that is sharp and clear.
- Avoid tilting, cropping, glare, shadows, or obstructions.
- The passport must be current and valid, with all information up to date.