You can apply for a Canada eTA online if you meet the eligibility criteria. To get started, you'll need the following documents:
Required Documents for Canada eTA Application
- A Valid Passport: A copy of your passport is required. Ensure it's valid for at least six months from your planned arrival date in Canada.
- An Active Email Address: For receiving your travel authorization.
- A Debit or Credit Card: For payment purposes.
About Canada’s Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
- Purpose: An eTA is mandatory for visa-exempt foreign nationals traveling to Canada by air.
- Validity: It is electronically linked to your passport, valid for up to five years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first.
- Usage: Allows multiple short stays in Canada (typically up to six months per visit). Note that an eTA is not needed for domestic travel within Canada.
- Entry Assessment: Having an eTA does not guarantee entry. Border services officers will assess your eligibility upon arrival.
Who Needs an eTA for Travel to Canada?
- Visa-Exempt Nationals: Required for those flying to or transiting through Canadian airports. No eTA is needed for land or sea arrivals (e.g., car, bus, train, or cruise ship).
- Visa-Required Nationals: Some may apply for an eTA instead of a visa for air travel, but still need a visitor visa for land, sea, or rail entry.
- Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents: Have different identification requirements.
- U.S. Citizens: Exempt from the eTA requirement but must carry proper identification.
How to Apply for an eTA
Applying for a Canada eTA through Offvisa is straightforward and efficient. Our simplified application process ensures accuracy and reduces the likelihood of rejections. The application typically takes about 5 minutes.
- Check Your Eligibility: Verify if you meet the criteria for an eTA.
- Complete the Online Application: Fill out the form on Offvisa.
- Receive Your eTA: Once approved, the eTA is linked to the passport used in the application.
What to Bring to the Airport
- eTA Confirmation: Your eTA will be linked electronically to your passport. Present this passport during check-in for your flight to Canada.
- Verification: Airline staff will scan your passport to confirm the eTA's validity.
