Some nationalities are able to enter Canada without the need for a prior tourist visa, giving them the opportunity to explore what the country has to offer without the hassle of bureaucratic procedures.
Entering Canada without a visa is allowed for the following countries
1. USA
US citizens may enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without requiring a prior visa. It is sufficient for them to present a valid passport and financial proofs proving their ability to bear the costs of accommodation.
2. United Kingdom
UK citizens can also enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without requiring a prior visa.
3. France
French passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist or business visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
4. Germany
Citizens of Germany can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
5. Japan
Japanese passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without requiring a prior visa.
6. South Korea
South Korean citizens may enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without a prior visa.
7. Australia and New Zealand
Citizens of Australia and New Zealand are eligible to enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without prior authorization.
8. Italy
Italian passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without a prior visa.
9. Spain
Citizens of Spain can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without needing a prior visa.
10. Sweden
Swedish passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
11. Denmark
Citizens of Denmark can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
12. Norway
Norwegian passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
13. Switzerland
Citizens of Switzerland can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
14. Portugal
Portuguese passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
15. Malaysia
Citizens of Malaysia can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
16. Singapore
Singaporean passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
17. Hong Kong
Hong Kong citizens can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
18. Brazil
Brazilian passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
19. Chile
Chilean citizens can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without needing a prior visa.
20. Mexico
Mexican passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
21. Argentina
Citizens of Argentina can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without needing a prior visa.
22. Ecuador
Ecuadorian passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
23. Nicaragua
Nicaraguan citizens can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
24. Honduras
Honduran passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
25. El Salvador
Citizens of El Salvador can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without needing a prior visa.
26. Costa Rica
Costa Rican passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
27. Panama
Citizens of Panama can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
28. Uruguay
Uruguayan citizens can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
29. Guyana
Guyanese passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
30. Maldives
Citizens of the Maldives can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
31. Republic of Dominica
Dominica passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
32. Saint Kitts and Nevis
Citizens of Saint Kitts and Nevis can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without requiring a prior visa.
33. Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
34. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Citizens of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
35. Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
36. Grenada
Citizens of Grenada can enter Canada for tourism for up to 6 months without the need for a prior visa.
37. Seychelles
Seychellois passport holders are eligible to enter Canada for a tourist visit of up to 6 months without prior authorization.
Countries whose citizens must obtain an eTA to enter Canada
An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is a system that allows citizens of some countries to travel to Canada for tourism, business or family visits for up to 6 months without the need for a traditional visa. Here are some countries whose citizens must obtain an eTA to enter Canada:
- United Kingdom: United Kingdom citizens require an eTA to enter Canada for tourism or business purposes.
- Australia: Citizens of Australia require an eTA to visit Canada for tourism or business.
- Japan: Citizens of Japan must obtain an eTA before traveling to Canada for tourism or business.
- Mexico: Citizens of Mexico require an eTA to enter Canada for tourism or business.
- France: Citizens of France with a biometric passport must obtain an eTA to visit Canada for tourism or business.
- Germany: German citizens with a biometric passport need an eTA to enter Canada for tourism or business.
- United Arab Emirates: Citizens of the United Arab Emirates require an eTA to travel to Canada for tourism or business purposes.
- Brazil: Citizens of Brazil require an eTA to visit Canada for tourism or business.
- Chile: Citizens of Chile must obtain an eTA before traveling to Canada for tourism or business.
Conditions for obtaining an electronic travel authorization in Canada (eTA).
An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is a system that allows citizens coming from certain countries to travel to Canada for the purpose of tourism, business or family visit for up to 6 months without the need for a traditional visa. To obtain an eTA, certain conditions must be met. Here are the conditions for obtaining an electronic travel authorization in Canada (eTA):
- Valid Passport: You must have a valid passport from eTA countries.
- Eligible Nationality: Your nationality must be from a country that is eligible for an eTA.
- Purpose of visit: You can use the eTA to travel for tourism, business, or family visits. It cannot be used for study or work.
- Not traveling to restricted countries: If you have traveled to certain countries that Canada considers to be restricted for safety or public health reasons, you may not be eligible for an eTA.
- Correct personal information: You must provide correct and up-to-date personal information when applying for an eTA.
- Consent to Legal Matters and Policies: You must agree to abide by the terms and policies of traveling to Canada and to comply with local laws and regulations.
- Submit an eTA application before traveling: You must submit your eTA application before you travel to Canada.
- Payment: The eTA application fee must be paid when submitting the application.
You can apply for an eTA online on the Canadian government website. Your application is usually processed within a short time, and you receive an email response regarding the status of your application. The eTA must be submitted well in advance of your travel date to ensure receipt before departure.
Countries that a Canadian passport holder can enter with a visa on arrival
Canadian passport holders can enter many countries with a visa on arrival, which means they can obtain entry permits at the airport or at border entry points instead of obtaining a visa in advance. Here are some of the countries that Canadian passport holders can enter with a visa on arrival through: The official website for registering for immigration to Canada:
1. Jordan
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Jordan.
2. Lebanon
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Lebanon.
3. Türkiye
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Türkiye.
4. Ethiopia
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Ethiopia.
5. Tanzania
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Tanzania.
6. Egypt
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Egypt.
7. Madagascar
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Madagascar.
8. Indonesia
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Indonesia.
9. Maldives
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in the Maldives.
10. Zimbabwe
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa on arrival in Zimbabwe.
11. Georgia
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Georgia.
12. Kenya
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Kenya.
13. Nepal
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Nepal.
14. Laos
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Laos.
15. Bolivia
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Bolivia.
16. Mauritius
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Mauritius.
17. Madagascar
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Madagascar.
18. Seychelles
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Seychelles.
19. Tunisia
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Tunisia.
20. Samoa
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Samoa.
Of course, here are more countries where Canadian passport holders can get a visa on arrival:
21. Cambodia
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Cambodia.
22. Malaysia
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Malaysia.
23. The Bahamas
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in the Bahamas.
24. Italy (for the Mediterranean)
Canadian passport holders can obtain a visa to enter Italy (for the Mediterranean) upon arrival.
25. Cuba
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Cuba.
26. Brunei
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Brunei.
27. Panama
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Panama.
28. Sri Lanka
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Sri Lanka.
29. Paraguay
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in Paraguay.
30. Philippine Islands
Canadian passport holders can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival in the Philippine Islands.
Please note that this information is subject to change, and it is always best to check current information from the relevant embassy or consulate in the country in question before travelling.
