What is an eTA and who needs one?

An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air; it is electronically linked to the traveller's passport.

How long can I stay in Canada with an eTA?

With a valid eTA you can travel to Canada as often as you want, normally for stays of up to six months at a time.

Do US citizens need an eTA or visa for Canada?

No. US citizens and lawful permanent residents of the US are exempt from both the visitor visa and the eTA requirement.

Can citizens of some visa-required countries use an eTA instead of a visitor visa?

Yes, citizens of 17 visa-required countries (including Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Thailand and others) may be eligible to apply for an eTA instead of a visitor visa for air travel if they hold a valid US non-immigrant visa or have held a Canadian visa in the past 10 years, among other conditions.

How much does the Canada eTA cost?

The eTA costs CAN$7, paid online with a credit or debit card when you submit the application.

How long is a Canada eTA valid for?

An eTA is valid for up to five years or until the passport used to apply expires, whichever comes first.

How much does a Canada visitor visa cost?

The visitor visa processing fee is CAN$100 per person (CAN$500 maximum for a family of 5 or more), plus a CAN$85 biometrics fee per person in most cases.

Can I stay in Canada longer than the time granted on arrival?

To stay longer than the period granted at the border, you must apply online for a Visitor Record from inside Canada before your current authorized stay expires; this cannot be arranged before you travel.

How do I apply for a Canada visitor visa?

You submit your application and pay your fees using the IRCC Portal; most applicants apply online.

Do I need to declare cash when entering Canada?

Yes — travellers carrying CAN$10,000 or more in currency and/or monetary instruments must declare it to a border officer.

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Canada Visa for Indian Citizens

To enter Canada, Indian citizens need: a valid passport · Embassy visa required · Advance CBSA Declaration · Cross-border currency reporting · Valid passport requirement.

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Quick Facts

Canada Visa — Key Facts for Indian Citizens

Visa Required

Yes

Visa Type

Embassy

Gov Fee

$70

Max Stay

180 days

Processing

5–15 days

Passport Validity

6+ months

Entry Type

multiple

What You Need

Indian citizens traveling to Canada need

✓A valid India passport
$Embassy visa requiredwe prepare it and submit it to the embassyFrom $219 →
✓Advance CBSA Declaration
✓Cross-border currency reporting
✓Valid passport requirement

Available Visas

Canada Visa Types for Indian Citizens

Visitor Visa (TRV)

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$219

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Overview

Canada Visa for Indian Citizens — What You Need to Know

Indian citizens need a visa for Canada. To enter Canada you need: a valid passport, Embassy visa required, Advance CBSA Declaration, Cross-border currency reporting, Valid passport requirement.

Visa Policy

Canada Visa Policy for Indian Citizens

Canada's visa policy for Indian citizens requires advance application before travel. The embassy visa process requires submission to the nearest Canada consulate or embassy. The government fee of $70 is set by Canada immigration authorities and is subject to change. PassportsAndVisas.com monitors policy updates daily and will notify you of any fee changes after your application is submitted.

Indian citizens should apply for their Canada visa at least 18 days before departure to allow time for processing and any document corrections. Rush processing is available for travelers with imminent departure dates. The Visitor Visa (TRV) is issued, and the 180-day stay period begins on arrival.

Travel Context

Traveling to Canada from India — What to Know Before You Go

Planning a trip to Canada from India involves a few key logistics beyond the visa. Direct flights are available from major India hubs to Canada's main international airports, with flight times varying depending on your departure city. We recommend booking refundable tickets until your visa is approved — PassportsAndVisas.com's service fee is charged only after visa approval, so you are not committed financially before your visa is confirmed.

Passport preparation is the most important step. Your India passport must have at least 6 months of validity remaining beyond your departure date from Canada, and at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps. If your passport is expiring soon, PassportsAndVisas.com can expedite India passport renewal — often faster than standard government processing times.

Once your Canada visa is approved, you will receive a PDF confirmation by email. Print this document and carry it with your passport — some Canada border officials require a physical copy, even for eVisas. Save a digital backup on your phone as well. Your visa details will also be linked to your passport number in Canada's immigration database.

Application Guide

What Indian Citizens Need Before Applying

Applying for a Canada visa as a Indian citizen through PassportsAndVisas.com takes 5–10 minutes online. You will need your India passport (valid for 6+ months), a digital passport photo meeting Canada's exact specifications, and your travel dates. Our system guides you through each field and flags potential errors before submission.

The most common reason Indian citizens face Canada visa rejection is passport photo non-compliance. Canada requires a white background, the size shown on the government portal dimensions, taken within the last 6 months, with no glasses. Our proprietary photo-check system automatically validates your photo against Canada's requirements before we submit — catching the errors that cause the majority of preventable rejections.

After submission, your application is reviewed by a Indian-specialist on our team — someone familiar with the specific patterns that trigger scrutiny for India passport holders. We submit to Canada Immigration within 2 hours of receiving your complete file. You will receive email updates throughout the process, and your approved visa PDF will be delivered to your inbox — typically within 5–15 business days.

How It Works

How Indian Citizens Get a Canada Visa

Apply online in 5–10 min

Guided form with real-time photo and passport validation. Takes under 10 minutes.

We review your application

We catch errors specific to Indian applications — photo specs, name matching, passport validity — before submission.

We submit for government processing

Submitted directly to Canada Immigration. Email updates throughout. We handle any follow-up.

Get your Canada visa

Approved eVisa PDF delivered to your inbox. Ready to travel.

Full Requirements — VIE Intelligence Engine

Everything Indian Citizens Need to Know About Canada Visas

All Canada visa data for Indian passport holders is updated daily from official government sources.

Canada requires 4 documents for Indian citizens. Our system validates all of these automatically before submission.

Avoid These Mistakes

Why Indian Citizens Get Canada Visa Rejections — And How We Prevent It

Our document review catches these before submission. Rejected due to our error? We resubmit at no charge.

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Passport expires within 6 months of entry

Airlines and Canada immigration refuse entry. This is one of the most common preventable rejection reasons.

✓ We verify passport validity before submitting

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Details don't exactly match passport

A single character difference in name, DOB, or India passport number causes rejection.

✓ We verify all fields match your passport scan

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Prior overstay or visa violation

Prior overstays are on record and may trigger automatic rejection. Tell us — we can advise Indian applicants.

✓ We guide you through handling prior violations

Why Choose Us

Canada Visa: Expert Help vs Applying Directly

You can apply on the government portal for free. Here's why 500,000+ travelers paid us instead.

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Never rejected for a preventable mistake

Most refusals come from a handful of fixable errors. We check every application before it is filed.

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Government portal monitored 24/7

Canada's application system goes offline without warning. We watch it around the clock and submit the moment it returns.

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Get your whole family right first time

Inconsistencies between family applications are a top rejection trigger. We manage all applications together.

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Human help for complex cases

Prior overstay? Dual nationality? A specialist handles your Indian case personally. Avg response under 2 hours.

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Official Advisories

Current Travel Advisories for Indian Citizens Visiting Canada

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Questions & Answers

Canada Visa FAQ for Indian Citizens

Yes. Indian passport holders need a visa to travel to Canada. The options available are Visitor Visa (TRV). Applications are made through an embassy or consulate.

📋 Sources

PassportsAndVisas.com relies exclusively on official government sources for visa requirements. Our VIE Intelligence Engine cross-references multiple official sources daily.

▶Canada Official Immigration Portal. (Web). Official government portal
▶U.S. Department of State — Canada Travel Information. (Web). travel.state.gov
▶IATA Timatic — Visa & Health Requirements Database. (Web). iatatravelcentre.com

Other Passport Holders

Canada visa requirements for other passport holders

Visa eligibility, fees and available visa types vary by passport. Choose your nationality for Canada visa requirements specific to you.

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