Electronic travel authorization (eTA): How to apply
Visitor visa and electronic travel authorization (eTA) requirements for citizens of Mexico changed on February 29, 2024, at 11:30 p.m. ET
As of 11:30 p.m. ET on February 29, 2024,
- you need to meet new requirements to be eligible for an eTA
- if you had an eTA before 11:30 p.m. ET on February 29, 2024, it has been cancelled unless you also have a valid work or study permit
- if you had an eTA application in progress at the time, you need to apply for a new eTA or for a visitor visa
- before you travel to Canada, you need to apply for a new eTA if you’re eligible
- if you’re no longer eligible for an eTA, you need to apply for a visitor visa to travel to Canada
This is the Government of Canada's official website to apply for an eTA to fly to, or transit through, a Canadian airport. It only costs $7 CAD.
What you need to complete the form and pay for your eTA
a valid passport from a visa-exempt country
As of April 26, 2022: Lawful permanent residents of the United States are exempt from the eTA requirement. Find out what documents you need to travel to Canada.
- Visa ® , Mastercard ® , American Express ® ,
- a pre-paid Visa ® , Mastercard ® or American Express ® ,
- Visa Debit, or Debit Mastercard,
- UnionPay ® , or
- JCB Card ® .
Overview of the eTA application process
4. Get an email about your eTA application. Most applications are approved within minutes.
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Help with the form or other eTA questions
The eTA application form is only in English and French. To help you apply for an eTA, descriptions of each field in the form are available in the following languages:
Get answers to eTA questions like what happens after you apply and when you may need to apply for an eTA again.
The Government of Canada will perform updates to its online system from 12:00 am to 5:30 am ET on September 17, 2024. The eTA application form will not be available at that time. We apologize for the inconvenience. To apply for an eTA, please return after 5:30 am ET on September 17.
