Application for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

Applying for an eTA is a simple online process. Most applicants get their eTA approval (via an email) within minutes. However, some requests can take several days to process if you’re asked to submit supporting documents. It is best to get an eTA before you book your flight to Canada.

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Overview of the eTA application process

  1. Get your passport, credit or debit card ready, and read the help document.
    2. Use the online form to apply. The form cannot be saved. So have your information ready.
    3. Pay $7 CAD for your eTA right after you complete the form.
    4. Get an email about your eTA application. Most applications are approved within minutes.
    or
    5. You may need to submit documents before your application can be approved. If this happens to you, an email will be sent with instructions within 72 hours.

What you need to complete the form and pay for your eTA
You will need:

  • a valid passport from a visa-exempt country
  • a valid email address, AND
  • one of the following acceptable methods of payment to pay
    • the $7 CAD fee (non-refundable):
    • Visa®, MasterCard®, American Express®,
    • a pre-paid Visa®, MasterCard® or American Express®,
    • Visa Debit,
    • JCB Card, or
    • Interac

     

Important reminders

You can only apply and pay for one person at a time. For example, for a family of three, you will need to complete and submit the form three times.

Make sure you print your receipt right away. You won’t be able to print it later or receive a copy of it.
You will hear from us by email only. Check your junk mail folder.

Your information can’t be saved. You have limited time to complete the form, however, you can extend your session if you need a few more minutes. When the “Session timeout warning” box appears, click the “Continue session” button. Review the help document to make sure you have everything you need to complete the form.