Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
The Government of Canada's official website to apply for an eTA to fly or transit through a Canadian airport. It only costs $7 CAD. Find out what it is and how to apply online.
Help keep African swine fever out of Canada
African swine fever is a highly contagious viral disease of domestic and wild pigs. It’s been found in countries in Africa, central Asia and Europe. If you’re travelling from a country infected with African swine fever, you could bring it with you to Canada in contaminated food, clothing or equipment.
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Apply online for an eTA
To apply, you must have a valid passport, a credit or a debit card, an email address, and answer a few questions in the online application.
What to do after you apply
What to expect if Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) needs more details from you, as well as things to keep in mind after you receive an eTA.
Dual Canadian citizens need a Canadian passport
Find out how to apply and why you need a passport and not an eTA for travel to or through Canada.
Check your eTA status
Get online updates on pending applications, as well as information on the status of your current eTA.
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