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The Canadian eTA is obtained quickly and easily online and is the essential first step for British citizens planning to visit Canada.
UK nationals arriving by air have been required to have an eTA since it was introduced by the Canadian government in 2016.
Canada’s Electronic Travel Authorization is a visa waiver, the application is fully online which means that there’s no need to go to an embassy or consulate.
Processing times are also fast. Canada eTA requests are generally reviewed and approved within 24 hours, some may take up to 72 hours.
The travel authorization is valid for stays of up to 6 months for tourism and business purposes. An eTA is mandatory for UK citizens transiting through a Canadian airport, including for short layovers en-route to another nation.
UK passport holders heading to Canada for tourism or business purposes can register for a Canadian eTA online.
The eTA is the most convenient option for British travelers as, unlike when applying for a traditional visa, there is no need to attend an embassy or consulate.
All British citizens arriving at one of Canada’s international airports must obtain an approved eTA before boarding a flight to the country.
The eTA is valid for visitors in Canada for the following purposes:
British citizens with an eTA can transit through a Canadian airport without a visa if arriving and leaving by air.
UK nationals arriving in Canada by car, bus, train, or boat (including a cruise ship) are not able to apply for the Electronic Travel Authorization and should instead obtain the relevant visitor visa.
For residency, work and study purposes, and other longer-term stays, visitors should seek out an appropriate Canada visa for British citizens.
To apply for a Canada eTA, United Kingdom nationals need to meet just a few requirements.
All applicants must have:
To apply for the Canada eTA, a biometric passport (ePassport) is needed. This allows for the authorization to be electronically linked to the passport, conveniently removing the need to carry around a paper copy.
As all UK passports issued by the government since 2010 have been biometric, most British travelers have a valid ePassport with which they can request an eTA.
British nationals with dual citizenship must provide the details of the passport they will use to fly to Canada.
British citizens can request an eTA by completing an online form. Just a few personal and passport details are required to submit the application:
There are also some health and security-related questions to ensure travelers meet Canada’s entry requirements prior to arrival.
It is important that all the information provided is accurate. Any mistakes or inconsistencies may lead to delays or denial.
The final step is to pay the eTA fees using a credit or debit card.
Most eTAs are approved in less than 24 hours, the authorization is linked to the passport automatically and a notification is sent to the applicant via email.
To facilitate faster border crossings, it is not necessary to present a paper eTA, although travelers are advised to keep a printed copy of the visa waiver on their person.
British nationals with an approved eTA can enter Canada multiple times within a 5-year period, or until the passport expires. UK citizens can usually stay in Canada for up to 6 months on each trip.
The final decision on whether to allow a foreigner to enter the country lies with the Canadian border authorities.
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