The easiest way to apply is using the UK ETA app. You need: the passport you will travel with - not a photocopy or digital passport. access to your emails.
Most travellers need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to fly to, or transit through, a Canadian airport. Before you apply, find out what you need to travel to Canada.
Permanent residents (PR) of Canada must carry and show their valid permanent resident card (PR card) or permanent resident travel document (PRTD) when boarding a flight to Canada, or travelling to Canada on any other commercial carrier.
Travellers who need an eTA: Visa-exempt foreign nationals need an eTA to fly to or transit through a Canadian airport. These travellers do not need an eTA when arriving by car, bus, train or boat (including a cruise ship).
Applications may be submitted at any time prior to travel to the United States. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that travel authorization applications be submitted at least 72 hours prior to travel.
The processing times for PRTDs vary depending on the country. In general, it can take anywhere from 6 to 8 weeks. However, in some cases, the processing time may exceed eight weeks.
Apply online for an eTA To apply, you must have a valid passport, a credit or a debit card and an email address, and you must answer a few questions in the online application.
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.
Canada Visitor Visa Processing time (Average) StepDuration (Weeks) Initiating Application 1st Week Waiting Period 2nd to 5th Week Checking Status 4th to 5th Week Decision Declaration 6th to 7th Week
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.