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Canada passport · 2026

Where 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.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Visa and Trips / MERN SolutionsLast updated Open passport-index dataset (2026-02-17) + verified entries

Visa-free (114)

No visa needed for a tourist visit. Bring a valid passport, onward ticket and proof of funds.

Visa on arrival (33)

You get the visa at the border. Bring cash/card for the fee, a photo and your onward ticket.

eTA / ETA required (9)

A quick electronic travel authorization must be approved before you fly.

e-Visa required (26)

Apply online before travel. Approval is linked to your passport.

Embassy visa required (16)

A visa must be issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center.

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 countries need an embassy visa for Canada citizens?

16 destinations require a visa issued before travel, usually via an embassy, consulate or visa center, for example Afghanistan, Algeria, Central African Republic, Congo, Eritrea.

Can Visa and Trips apply for my visa?

Yes, for destinations that need an online e-Visa or ETA, we prepare and check your application and submit it, for one all-in price per traveler. Embassy visas, visa on arrival and visa-free trips need no online application, so for those we show the requirements only. Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government site.

Important, private service

Visa and Trips is a private visa-assistance service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government or embassy. Prices are all-in totals that include government fees where applicable and our service fee. Approval decisions are made solely by the relevant authorities.

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