Canada eTA Resources

Introduction Obtaining a Canadian eTA gives travelers freedom to travel to Canada with ease compared to applying for a visa. However, there are still rules that must be followed if you want to keep your eTA valid. Although most of these are fairly straightforward, there are a few rules you might not know about. Be sure you know what you can and cannot do in Canada while holding a Canadian…

Introduction What can you use a Canadian eTA for? Generally, an eTA is thought of as a tourism document. But can it also be used for other purposes? If you want to enter Canada for transit, business, or other purposes, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll discuss how you can use your eTA once you cross the border into Canada. For more information, you can visit the Canadian…

Introduction Are you planning to apply for a Canadian eTA? At first glance, this travel authorization document can seem overwhelming. While it’s not as detailed as a visa application, an eTA application does ask many questions about your identity and background. If you need your Canadian eTA quickly, you may be wondering if there is a way to expedite your eTA application. If so, you are…

Introduction If you have checked your Canada eTA and it has expired due to obtaining a new passport or because five years have passed since your eTA was issued, you may wonder if you can renew your eTA. Directions for renewing travel documents are not always clear, and the proper way to keep your status up-to-date is can be confusing. Everything you…

Introduction The IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) is shaking up its working methods to improve the process of applying to enter Canada. This government body is aware that Canada immigration signifies a life-changing event for all refugees and asylum seekers, with important implications for other applicant categories too. When applications take a long time to process,…

Introduction A Canadian eTA, or Electronic Travel Authorization, is a required travel documents for citizens of eTA eligible countries. If you are a citizen of a country that is visa-exempt in Canada, or if you are a legal resident of the United States, you will need an eTA to travel to Canada. Applying for an eTA is a simple process yet does…

Introduction If you’re planning to apply for an eTA, you probably wonder when you should do it. Should you apply now? Or should you wait until just before your trip? Although there’s no rule about when you must apply, there are some good guidelines to consider. Here are some tips to help you decide when to apply for your Canadian eTA. …

Introduction A Canadian eTA, or Electronic Travel Authorization, is a digital travel document. It is a straightforward process to apply for an eTA online, and once granted, the travel authorization will be electronically connected to your passport and remain valid for up to five years. If you are a visa-exempt foreign national or a permanent resident of the U.S., you will need this document…

Introduction Canada will extend and enhance its biometrics verification program from the end of July 2018. The program is currently in use to verify the identity of people entering the country. As part of a drive to improve efficiency and reinforce the country's immigration programs, the expanding biometrics program will provide an efficient and effective screening process. It will also…

Introduction A Canadian eTA usually entails a quick and easy application process, but sometimes things don’t quite go as planned. Even if you do your best to fill out the form correctly, you may receive notice that your eTA authorization is pending. So, what does this mean? What can cause your application processing to be delayed? Here are some of the most common reasons that some Canadian…