🇨🇦Canada Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
North America· Updated 18/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Canada?
It depends on your passport. Out of 196 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 1 enter Canada visa-free, 53 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 142 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
1
nationalities
E-visa
53
nationalities
Consular visa
142
nationalities
Check the rule for your nationality
Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom
- 🇺🇸United States
- 🇳🇬Nigeria
- 🇬🇭Ghana
- 🇮🇳India
- 🇵🇰Pakistan
- 🇰🇪Kenya
- 🇺🇬Uganda
- 🇿🇦South Africa
- 🇵🇭Philippines
- 🇦🇺Australia
- All nationalities
Transit visa for Canada
Visa for airport or land transit.
- Stay:
- 48 hours
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (canada.ca), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply online. Check your passport's entry rules first.
- Online filing for nationalities eligible for an e-visa or visa on arrival
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
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Canada visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Canada applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa required
- BeninVisa required
- Côte d'IvoireVisa required
- CameroonVisa required
- HaitiVisa required
- Burkina FasoVisa required
- GuineaVisa required
- MaliVisa required
- Democratic Republic of the CongoVisa required
- CongoVisa required
- UgandaVisa required
- The GambiaVisa required
- CubaVisa required
- NigerVisa required
- ZambiaVisa required
- AngolaVisa required
- RwandaVisa required
- El SalvadorVisa required
- GuatemalaVisa required
- GuyanaVisa required
Canada visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Canada publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 100 CAD | Portal | |||
| Canada eTA | Short stay | 5 years (6 months per stay) | 7 CAD | Minutes (often instant) | Portal | |
| Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker / CEC / FST) | Work | Permanent | 1,590 CAD | 6 months | Multiple | Portal |
| Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) | Work | 1-3 years | 255 CAD | 60-150 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work Permit (employer-specific, LMIA) | Work | 1-3 years | 155 CAD | 8 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Home Child / Home Support Worker | Work | 3 years | 1,590 CAD | 12 months | Portal | |
| Study Permit | Study | Duration of programme | 150 CAD | 8 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Super Visa (parents/grandparents) | Family | 10 years (5y/visit) | 100 CAD | 90 days | Multiple | Portal |
| Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship (PGP) | Family | Permanent | 1,260 CAD | 24-36 months | Portal | |
| Spouse / Common-law Partner Sponsorship | Family | Permanent | 1,260 CAD | 12 months | Portal | |
| International Experience Canada Working Holiday | Working holiday | 12-24 months | 284.75 CAD | 8 weeks | Multiple | Portal |
| Start-up Visa | Investor | Permanent | 2,495 CAD | 12-36 months | Multiple | Portal |
| Transit visa | Transit | 48 hours | 0 CAD | 14 days | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Ottawa
Population
40,467,700
Currency
Canadian dollar (CAD $)
Languages
English, French
Continent
North America
Calling code
+1
Timezone
America/Toronto
Area
9,984,670 km²
Government
Parliamentary constitutional monarchy
National day
July 1 - Canada Day
Internet domain
.ca
About
Canada, the world's second-largest country, boasts stunning landscapes from the snowy Rocky Mountains to Atlantic beaches, boreal forests, and Niagara Falls. Explore vibrant cities like Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver, rich in multicultural heritage. Visit national parks such as Banff and Jasper, home to bears, moose, and glaciers. Savor local treats like maple syrup and seafood. A paradise for nature lovers, adventurers, and festival-goers year-round.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Crime(Low)
- Stay alert in cities and at tourist sites, where pickpocketing is concentrated
- Avoid isolated areas after dark and beware of scams targeting tourists
Terrorism(Low)
- Follow local news and keep away from demonstrations and large crowds
- Stay alert near government buildings and at major events
Transport
- Use licensed taxis or ride-hailing apps and avoid walking alone at night in deserted areas
- Keep copies of your documents and, if you rent a car, check its condition and winter equipment
Natural risks(Moderate: wildfires in summer, extreme cold and snowstorms in winter, floods in spring, depending on the region)
- Check Environment Canada forecasts and alerts (weather.gc.ca) and follow evacuation orders during wildfires or floods
- In winter, keep an emergency kit in the car (blanket, flashlight, shovel, water)
Health(Good access to healthcare, but very expensive for visitors; risks from extreme cold in winter and from ticks (Lyme disease) in summer)
- Keep routine vaccinations up to date; in forests and the countryside, protect yourself from ticks (repellent, long clothing)
- Bring your prescription medication and locate medical services near your accommodation
- When hiking, protect yourself from the sun and drink regularly; in winter, dress for extreme cold
Practical tips
- Register with your own country's traveller service (for example Ariane for French citizens)
- Keep your passport with you and a digital copy of your documents
- Take out travel insurance covering medical care and repatriation: medical costs are very high for non-residents
- Follow weather alerts and wildfire advisories for the province you are visiting
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Toronto · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
safe
15-20% in restaurants
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Car rental (DiscoverCars)
Compare local rental companies, free cancellation on most offers.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
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Guides to prepare your trip
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Canada?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Canada across 196 nationalities: 1 visa-free, 53 with an e-visa, 142 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Canada visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 100 CAD (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Do you need a transit visa for Canada?▾
Canada issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 48 hours. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Canada?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Normal precautions: Canada is at the lowest risk level (US State Department Level 1, "Exercise normal precautions")". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Canada?▾
The official currency is Canadian dollar (CAD $). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Canada?▾
The capital of Canada is Ottawa. The main spoken languages are: English, French.
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