Program delivery update: Addition of country to eTA program
This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.
November 25, 2025
Canada has lifted the visa requirement on Qatar, removing it from the list of visa-required countries. Qatar is now a visa-exempt country with eligibility under the Electronic Travel Authorization program (eTA), which allows travellers to apply for an eTA if they are travelling to Canada by air.