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title: Canada visa for citizens of Spain
description: "Citizens of Spain 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 Spain

Citizens of Spain 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 · Tourist (up to 6 months)
- **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:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Complete online application** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details on the official Canada eTA website.
2. **Pay the fee** — Pay CAD 7 using a credit card.
3. **Receive eTA by email** — Approval is usually sent within minutes; check spam folder.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for the duration of stay.
- **Email address** (Supporting): Used for eTA delivery and correspondence.
- **Credit card** (Financial): For payment of the CAD 7 fee.

## Good to know

- eTA is only required if arriving by air; if arriving by land or sea, no visa needed.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application** — Double-check all fields before submission.
- **Criminal inadmissibility** — Ensure you meet Canada's admissibility requirements.
- **Misrepresentation** — Provide truthful and accurate information.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Spain 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).

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

Up to 180 days.

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

Government fee: CA$7.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically Up to 3 days.

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

Valid passport; Email address; Credit card.

### 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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