VERIFIED 2026-11-09 All rules on this site were checked against official government sources on November 9, 2026.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Canada

Visa-exempt travelers who fly to or transit through a Canadian airport need an electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). US citizens don't.

LAST VERIFIED 2026-11-09 AGAINST: Government of Canada: Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

PassportStatusWhat you needCostStay
United StatesNo visaNo visa and no eTA. Bring a valid US passport.FreeGenerally up to 6 months
United KingdomApply before you goeTA if arriving by air.CAN$7Generally up to 6 months
AustraliaApply before you goeTA if arriving by air.CAN$7Generally up to 6 months
EU countryApply before you goeTA if arriving by air.CAN$7Generally up to 6 months
JapanApply before you goeTA if arriving by air.CAN$7Generally up to 6 months

Notes

  • United Kingdom: Not needed when arriving by land or sea.
  • Australia: Not needed when arriving by land or sea.
  • Japan: Not needed when arriving by land or sea.
  • EU country: Not needed when arriving by land or sea.
  • United States: The length of stay is set by the officer at entry.

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