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title: Canada visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
description: "Citizens of the United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom

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

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. 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 · Visitor (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. **Gather documents** — Have your valid UK passport, payment card, and email address ready.
2. **Visit official eTA website** — Go to the Government of Canada eTA portal.
3. **Fill out application form** — Enter personal, passport, and travel details online.
4. **Answer eligibility questions** — Provide truthful answers about health, criminal history, and other criteria.
5. **Pay the fee** — Pay the $7 CAD fee using a credit or debit card.
6. **Submit application** — Review and submit your eTA application.
7. **Receive confirmation** — You will receive an email with your eTA within minutes (up to 3 days).
8. **Travel to Canada** — Your eTA is electronically linked to your passport for multiple visits.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid UK passport** (Identity): Must be valid for the duration of your stay.
- **Credit or debit card** (Financial): To pay the $7 CAD fee.
- **Email address** (Supporting): For eTA approval notification.

## Good to know

- Apply well in advance of your flight, even though processing is usually fast.
- Your eTA is valid for up to 5 years or until your passport expires, whichever is first.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Criminal inadmissibility** — Disclose any past convictions and consult immigration authorities if needed.
- **Medical inadmissibility** — Provide accurate health information; serious conditions may require a medical exam.
- **Misrepresentation** — Answer all questions truthfully and completely.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Kingdom need a visa for Canada?

Citizens of the United Kingdom don't need a visa for Canada but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: eTA · Visitor (up to 6 months).

### How long can citizens of the United Kingdom stay in Canada?

Up to 180 days.

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

Government fee: CA$7.

### How long does Canada visa processing take?

Typically Up to 3 days.

### What documents do citizens of the United Kingdom need for Canada?

Valid UK passport; Credit or debit card; Email address.

### 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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