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Canada visitor visa and eTA paths
Choose by passport and travel mode: a Visitor Visa or Temporary Resident Visa, an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for eligible air travel, or a relevant transit rule. An eTA is not a visa or eVisa.
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Choose the right entry-document path
Choose by passport and travel mode: a Visitor Visa or Temporary Resident Visa, an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for eligible air travel, or a relevant transit rule. An eTA is not a visa or eVisa.
Travel Information
Confirm passport, travel mode and route using the current official entry tool. Use the same passport for an eTA and prepare the separate evidence required for a visitor or transit visa.
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Frequently asked questions about Canada
Is an eTA a visa or eVisa?
No. It is an electronic travel authorization for eligible air travel.
Is a Transit Visa the same as a visitor visa?
No. It is a separate document for a qualifying transit itinerary.
Can a business visitor work in Canada?
No. Business visiting is distinct from employment and a work-permit route.