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How is my information handled by the Canadian government for an eTA or visa application?

Updated: Jan 05, 2024 | Tags:: Canada eTA Processing, Canada eTA Data Privacy

People are becoming increasingly aware of the large amounts of information public institutions can collect and use without their knowledge. Given the sensitive nature of some of this information, it's only natural that people try to access and understand the data government institutions store and share amongst themselves. Below is a brief guide to the type of data collected, as well as how it may…

Visitor guide to understanding Canadian Culture

Updated: Jan 05, 2024 | Tags:: Canada eTA Uses, Canadian Culture

Canada is the northern neighbour of the United States on the North America continent. Canada is the second-largest country in the world by total land and water areas, yet it is sparsely populated. Canada touches the Atlantic Ocean on the east and the Pacific Ocean on the west. This positioning gives Canada a lush maritime environment in the provinces that touch the oceans. The central part of the…

The experience of travelling on a Canada eTA

Updated: Jan 05, 2024 | Tags:: Canada Entry Requirements, Cancel eTA Application, Canada eTA Processing

An eTA is a convenient travel authorization that provides individuals with the ability to travel to Canada without the need of a visa. Alternative forms of travel authorization into Canada include a Canada visa or a Temporary Residence Permit, both of which require longer processing timelines and higher application fees.

How to minimize errors on a Canada eTA application

Updated: Jan 05, 2024 | Tags:: Error on Canada eTA, Canada eTA Application Form

Filling out an eTA application online can be tedious. However, applicants should strive to be meticulous when completing the form and submit their applications at least several days or weeks before their departure to Canada. An error on an eTA application may result in a refusal as well as result in additional inconveniences if the traveller is unable to identify the cause…

What happens when a Canada eTA is not instantly approved?

Updated: Jan 04, 2024 | Tags:: Canada eTA Status, Canada eTA Processing

The majority of eTA applications are instantly processed. Applicants are notified via email usually within five to ten minutes after submission. However, it is common for Canada eTA approvals to also be processed several hours or days after application submission. This article provides information on the reasons why a Canada eTA may not be instantly approved. Rest assured, processing timelines…

Can a Canada eTA be used for multiple entries?

Updated: Jan 05, 2024 | Tags:: Canada Entry Requirements, Canada eTA Multiple Entries

A Canada eTA can be used for multiple entries by tourism, business and transit travellers arriving to Canada by air. Travellers holding an approved eTA should be aware that the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), has the right to deny any traveller admission into Canada. Thus, if the CBSA officer is led to believe that an eTA applicant is abusing the conditions of visa-free…

Can I get approved for a Canada eTA with a criminal record?

Updated: Dec 09, 2023 | Tags:: Canada eTA Criminal Record, Canada Entry Requirements

Applicants with previous criminal history who wish to enter Canada for tourism, business or transit purposes by using the country’s electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) should be aware of the relevant form questions on criminal history. Fortunately, unlike other online travel authorizations, allows applicants greater flexibility in how they can clarify their answers to the questions…

Canada eTA for Business Purposes

Updated: Jan 04, 2024 | Tags:: Canada eTA for Business, Canada eTA Requirements

Business travelers can use the Canadian electronic travel authorization (eTA) for convenient entry into Canada. Business visitors will need to have citizenship for an eTA eligible country to be able to apply. The types of business activities an eTA can used for include exploring job vacancies, business-related research activities, consulting with business associates, traveling…

What are the Canada eTA background questions?

Updated: Jan 04, 2024 | Tags:: Canada eTA Questions, Canada eTA Eligibility, Canada eTA Application Form

The Canada eTA application requires applicants to provide information on their personal, travel, employment, contact, and travel information. Applicants over the age of 18 will be required to provide additional information regarding their criminal, immigration, and health history under the background questions section. This section is composed of four questions, the answers to which will largely…

What is a GCKey request?

Updated: Jan 04, 2024 | Tags:: GCKey request, Canada eTA Pending

An eTA application is typically processed within minutes of submission. However, there are instances where an application requires manual processing by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada). In these instances, an applicant will be notified within a few hours or days of IRCC’s request for additional information or documentation to support an eTA application. This request for additional…