Canada eTA Renewal — New Passport, Expiry & Reapply Rules
Canada eTA renewal guide for 2026: validity, passport expiry, new or replacement passports, when a new eTA application may be required and the official CAN$7 fee.
EstaEta is a private, non-government service operated by Arc Techno Pty Ltd. EstaEta service fee: US$49.95 per applicant. Official Government of Canada eTA fee: CAN$7, separate.
Quick answer
What you need to know first
A Canada eTA is electronically linked to the passport used in the application. If that passport expires or is replaced, the linked eTA cannot simply move to the new passport; a new eTA application may be required for future air travel.
Official eTA facts
Fee, processing and validity at a glance
Official fee: CAN$7
The Government of Canada currently charges CAN$7 per eTA application. EstaEta's private service fee is separate.
Usually minutes, sometimes days
Canada says most applications are approved within minutes, while some can take several days or require additional documents.
Up to five years
An eTA can be valid for up to five years or until the linked passport expires, whichever comes first.
Practical checks
Before you rely on the eTA route
Check both the eTA validity and the expiry date of the passport linked to it
A new or replacement passport can require a new eTA application
Do not travel using an eTA linked to a different passport
Verify the current rule on Canada.ca before reapplying
Related high-intent guides
Continue with the part of the Canada eTA process you need
Check eTA status
Check a pending application or existing eTA status through the official route.
Passport requirements
Review passport linkage, replacement and travel rules.
Canada eTA cost
Official CAN$7 fee and EstaEta's separate US$49.95 private service fee.
Canada eTA processing time
What Canada says about minutes, delays and additional-document requests.
Frequently asked questions
Canada eTA Renewal — New Passport, Expiry & Reapply Rules FAQ
Can I renew a Canada eTA?
The practical requirement is usually a new eTA application when the existing authorization is no longer valid or the linked passport has changed. Check current Canada.ca instructions for your circumstances.
Do I need a new eTA after getting a new passport?
Canada states that an eTA is electronically linked to the passport used to apply. A new passport requires a new eTA for travellers who still need one.
How long can a Canada eTA last?
An eTA can be valid for up to five years or until the linked passport expires, whichever comes first.
What does a new eTA cost?
The official Government of Canada fee is currently CAN$7 per application. EstaEta's optional private service fee is separate.
Can I check whether my current eTA is still valid?
Yes. The Government of Canada provides an online eTA status tool for pending applications and existing eTAs.