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title: Canada visa for citizens of South Korea
description: "Citizens of South Korea 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 South Korea

Citizens of South Korea 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/apply.html

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · Tourist (up to 6 months per visit)
- **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

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Have your valid passport, email address, and payment card ready.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill out the eTA application form on the official Canada website.
3. **Pay fee** — Pay the CAD 7 fee using a credit or debit card.
4. **Receive eTA** — eTA is usually sent via email within minutes; check spam folder.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (South Korean)** (Identity): Must be valid for entire stay in Canada.
- **Email address** (Identity): Used to receive eTA confirmation.
- **Credit or debit card** (Financial): For payment of CAD 7 fee.

## Good to know

- eTA is only required when arriving by air; not needed for land or sea entry.
- eTA is linked to passport number; renew passport requires new eTA.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application information** — Double-check all entries before submitting.
- **Criminal inadmissibility or security concerns** — Ensure you meet admissibility requirements; if in doubt, consult official guidelines.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of South Korea need a visa for Canada?

Citizens of South Korea don't need a visa for Canada but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: eTA · Tourist (up to 6 months per visit).

### How long can citizens of South Korea stay in Canada?

Up to 180 days.

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

Government fee: CA$7.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically Up to 3 days.

### What documents do citizens of South Korea need for Canada?

Valid passport (South Korean); Email address; Credit or debit card.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta/apply.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/apply.html)

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