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Canada eTA
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Who needs it
Generally for visa-exempt foreign nationals flying to or transiting through Canada. US citizens and lawful US permanent residents are exempt. Some visa-required nationals qualify conditionally for air travel; land/sea entry follows separate rules.
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Official application charge is CAD 7.
Official sourceCheckedValidity and stay limits
Valid for up to 5 years or passport expiry, whichever is first. Each visit has its own admission period, normally up to 6 months.
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Use the government eTA form with a passport, email and payment card. Obtain confirmation before the flight.
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Operational. Mandatory air-travel enforcement began 10 November 2016 for the covered categories.
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