Canada passport · 2026
Canada passport · 2026Where can Canada passport holders travel without a visa?
Canada passport holders can visit 147 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, 35 with an online ETA or e-Visa, and need a visa issued in advance for 16.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated Open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17) + verified entries
Visa-free (6)
No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.
Visa on arrival (5)
You get the visa at the border. Bring cash/card for the fee, a photo and your onward ticket.
eTA / ETA required (5)
A quick electronic travel authorization must be approved before you fly.
e-Visa required (5)
Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport.
Rules verified on official sources for Canada passport holders
These 5 destinations have been checked by the Visa and Trips editorial team against an official government source. Every other destination on this page comes from the open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17).
| Destination | Requirement | Stay | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | e-Visa required | 90 days | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Israel | eTA / ETA required | 90 days | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Kenya | eTA / ETA required | Per visa terms | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Sri Lanka | eTA / ETA required | 30 days | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Thailand | Visa-free | 30 days | 23 Oct 2026 |
Guides for Canada passport holders
FAQ
How many countries can Canada passport holders visit without a visa?
114 destinations are visa-free and 33 offer a visa on arrival, 147 in total, according to the open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17). Another 9 require an online ETA and 26 an e-Visa.
Which destinations can Canada citizens apply for online with Visa and Trips?
21 destinations: Australia, Israel, Kenya, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Brazil, India and more. Each one is a fully online e-Visa or ETA, or a mandatory online arrival form, that Canada passport holders can get without any condition.
Can Visa and Trips apply for my visa?
Only when the whole process is online: an e-Visa or ETA (or a mandatory online arrival form) that your passport qualifies for without conditions. We do not handle embassy or consulate visas, visa centre appointments or biometrics, visas paid in cash on arrival, sponsored visas, or visas that depend on holding another country's visa. Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government site.
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