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title: Canada visa for citizens of Romania
description: "Citizens of Romania don't need a visa for Canada but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Stay up to 180 days. Fee: CA$7. Processing: Up to 3 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Canada visa for citizens of Romania

Citizens of Romania don't need a visa for Canada but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta.html

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
- **How to apply:** Electronic travel authorization (online)
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 180 days
- **Visa validity:** 1825 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** Up to 3 days
- **Government fee:** CA$7
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Gather required information** — Have passport, payment card, and email ready.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill out eTA form on official Government of Canada website.
3. **Pay the fee** — Pay CAD $7 using credit or debit card.
4. **Submit application** — Submit and wait for email confirmation, usually within minutes.
5. **Receive eTA via email** — Check email for eTA approval – valid for up to 5 years.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Romanian passport** (Identity): Must be valid for entire stay
- **Credit card or debit card** (Financial): For payment of CAD $7 fee
- **Email address** (Supporting): To receive eTA confirmation email
- **Flight itinerary or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Canada
- **Digital photo** (Identity, optional): May be required if asked
- **Employment letter or proof of ties** (Employment, optional): Optional if requested

## Common refusal reasons

- **Criminal inadmissibility** — Declare any past convictions and provide supporting documents if needed.
- **Incomplete application** — Double-check all fields are filled accurately before submission.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Romania need a visa for Canada?

Citizens of Romania don't need a visa for Canada but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).

### How long can citizens of Romania stay in Canada?

Up to 180 days.

### How much does the Canada visa cost for citizens of Romania?

Government fee: CA$7.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically Up to 3 days.

### What documents do citizens of Romania need for Canada?

Valid Romanian passport; Credit card or debit card; Email address; Flight itinerary or onward ticket; Digital photo; Employment letter or proof of ties.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta.html. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [canada.ca](https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta.html)

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