Canada Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
1
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
53
Total streamlined
54
Visa required in advance
144

Canada's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a Canada tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Canada Visa-Free (1)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Canada without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Canada (53)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

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Fees

Canada Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Visitor visa (Temporary Resident Visa), single or multiple entry

    Multiple-entry, up to 10 years or passport expiry; stays up to 6 months per entryofficial sourceircc.canada.ca ↗

    CAD 100 (~$71)

  • Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

    Up to 5 years or passport expiryofficial sourceircc.canada.ca ↗

    CAD 7 (~$5)

  • Transit visa

    Transit within 48 hours, no stopoverofficial sourcecanada.ca ↗

    Free

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Canada Transit Visa

Canada publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

Visa-required nationals passing through a Canadian airport en route to another country, transiting in 48 hours or less

up to 2 daysfreeapply online

Free of charge (no processing fee). Required for visa-required nationals connecting through a Canadian airport for 48 hours or less. Not needed if you already hold a valid Canadian visitor visa or are eTA-eligible and flying. Separate from the Transit Without Visa (TWOV) and China Transit programs.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Canada Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Canada?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Canada visa-free or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Canada tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Canada without a visa?

1 country can visit Canada without a visa in 2026, including: United States. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Canada.

How do I apply for a Canada tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Canada, you typically need to apply at a Canada embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Canada without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Canada varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Canada Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Canada visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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