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    Canada eTA Application 2026: Requirements, Cost, Processing Time & Online Help

    Check who may need a Canada eTA, what the application requires, the official CAN$7 fee, current processing guidance and passport rules. Then apply directly on Canada.ca or use EstaEta's optional private application-assistance service.

    Official fee: CAN$7Most applications: within minutesValidity: up to 5 years or passport expiry

    EstaEta service fee: US$49.95 per applicant. Official eTA fee: CAN$7 · separate and not included in the EstaEta service fee. EstaEta is a private, non-government service operated by Arc Techno Pty Ltd.

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    Quick answer

    What the Canada eTA is and who should check it

    The eTA is Canada's electronic travel authorization for many visa-exempt foreign nationals who fly to Canada or transit through a Canadian airport. The correct document still depends on citizenship, passport type, travel method, immigration status and individual circumstances.

    Air travel matters

    The eTA requirement is primarily tied to flying to Canada or transiting through a Canadian airport. Land and sea rules can differ.

    Passport linked

    The authorization is electronically linked to the passport used in the application. A replacement passport can require a new eTA.

    No entry guarantee

    Canadian authorities decide the application and admission. No private provider can promise approval or entry.

    2026 official facts

    Canada eTA fee, processing time and validity

    CAN$7 official fee

    The Government of Canada currently charges CAN$7 for an eTA application. EstaEta's US$49.95 private assistance fee is separate.

    Usually minutes, sometimes days

    Canada says most applications are approved within minutes, while some can take several days or require supporting documents.

    Up to five years

    An eTA can remain valid for up to five years or until the linked passport expires, whichever comes first.

    High-intent guides

    Go directly to the Canada eTA question you need answered

    Canada eTA requirements

    Passport, email, eligibility questions and the information to prepare before applying.

    Canada eTA cost & fee

    Official CAN$7 government fee and EstaEta's separate US$49.95 private service fee.

    Canada eTA processing time

    Most applications are approved within minutes, while some take several days.

    Canada eTA eligibility

    Check passport, nationality, travel-method and status rules before relying on the eTA route.

    Urgent Canada eTA

    Time-sensitive travel guidance without misleading same-day promises or claims about government outcomes.

    Check Canada eTA status

    Find the official route for pending applications, validity and expiry.

    Canada eTA denied or not approved

    What to check before taking another step after a negative or unresolved result.

    Canada eTA for transit

    Airport connection rules, transit-document checks and the air-travel requirement.

    Two ways to apply

    Use EstaEta or apply directly with the Government of Canada

    EstaEta private assistance

    Guided factual intake, save and resume, permitted administrative completeness checks, customer support and regulated professional review where required.

    US$49.95 per applicant · official CAN$7 government fee separate

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    Official Canada.ca route

    Apply directly through the Government of Canada website and pay only the official CAN$7 eTA fee. EstaEta is not required.

    Open official eTA application

    Frequently asked questions

    Canada eTA application FAQ

    What is a Canada eTA?

    An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air or transiting through a Canadian airport. It is electronically linked to the passport used in the application.

    How much does a Canada eTA cost in 2026?

    The official Government of Canada eTA application fee is currently CAN$7 per applicant. EstaEta is an optional private service and charges US$49.95 per applicant, separate from the government fee.

    How long does a Canada eTA take?

    The Government of Canada says most eTA applications are approved within minutes, but some can take several days. If additional documents are required, instructions are generally sent by email within 72 hours.

    How long is a Canada eTA valid?

    Canada says an eTA can remain valid for up to five years or until the passport linked to it expires, whichever comes first. A new passport can require a new eTA.

    Can I apply for a Canada eTA directly without EstaEta?

    Yes. EstaEta is optional. You can apply directly through the official Government of Canada website and avoid EstaEta's private service fee.

    Does an approved eTA guarantee entry to Canada?

    No. An eTA is a travel authorization, not a guarantee of admission. Canadian border authorities make the final admission decision when you travel.

    Canada eTA directory

    Every public Canada eTA guide from one crawlable hub

    Use the topic directory for application and travel questions or choose a passport country for nationality-specific guidance. Every current public Canada eTA page remains directly reachable from this hub.

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    Ready to start your Canada eTA application?

    Use EstaEta's optional private assistance or go directly to the official Government of Canada route.