CBP encourages travelers to apply for a travel authorization at least 72 hours in advance of their anticipated arrival at a U.S. land port of entry. I am a citizen of Canada? No, citizens of Canada who are traveling with a Canadian passport do not need an ESTA.
How do I complete a Travel Authorization (TA)? The purpose of the trip. Length of time you will be on travel. Destination(s). Dates of departure/return. Whether a vehicle will be needed while at your destination.
In addition to your passport, you may need a travel authorization such as a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Canada. Consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada's website to learn which authorization you need: Find out if you need a visa to travel to Canada.
Who already have a visa in their passport. Travelers may wish to avoid buying plane tickets until they have obtained an ESTA (or a valid visa, in case the ESTA is not approved). ESTA applications may be submitted at any time prior to travel. The processing of an ESTA can take up to 72 hours.
Travellers who are exempt from the eTA requirement. U.S. citizens are exempt from the eTA requirement and must carry proper identification such as a valid U.S. passport. Lawful permanent residents of the United States who hold valid status in the U.S. are exempt from the eTA requirement.
Each applicant 18 years and older must complete this form. The documents needed depend on whether a child under 18 years of age will travel with only 1 parent, with a relative or friend, or alone. Submit these with your visa application. Show the border services officer when you arrive in Canada.
An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air. An eTA is electronically linked to a traveller's passport. It is valid for up to five years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
Understanding biometrics processing times and tracking your Canada visa application Application TypeStandard Processing Time Visitor Visa 2-8 weeks Work Permit 4-8 weeks Study Permit 3-7 weeks Permanent Residence 6-8 months