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Canada visa requirements for United Kingdom citizens (2026)

eTA / ETA required. United Kingdom passport holders do not need a full visa for Canada, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.

Electronic travel authorization (ETA) required before travel, obtain it online before you travel.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Visa and Trips / MERN SolutionsLast updated

Canada ETA requirements for United Kingdom citizens

Requirement
eTA / ETA required
Allowed stay
Per visa terms
Processing
Usually minutes, sometimes several days

Documents needed

  • Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport)
  • Email address and a payment card
  • Travel dates and first address
  • Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan

Frequently asked questions

Do United Kingdom citizens need a visa for Canada?

United Kingdom passport holders do not need a full visa for Canada, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.

What documents do United Kingdom passport holders need for Canada?

Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport); Email address and a payment card; Travel dates and first address; Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan.