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Travelling to Canada with an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) offers a more streamlined process than obtaining a visa, yet it's crucial to be aware of the specific rules and restrictions associated with this travel document. Being informed about what you can and cannot do with an eTA is key to maintaining its validity and ensuring a trouble-free stay in Canada.

Introduction What can you use a Canadian eTA for? Generally, an eTA is thought of as a tourism document. But can it also be used for other purposes? If you want to enter Canada for transit, business, or other purposes, you’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll discuss how you can use your eTA once you cross the border into Canada. For more information, you can visit the Canadian…

Applying for a Canadian Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) can seem daunting, but understanding the process can significantly streamline your experience. If you're seeking to obtain your eTA promptly, this guide will walk you through the essentials of speeding up the process, while also acknowledging the limitations.

If you have checked your Canada eTA and it has expired due to obtaining a new passport or because five years have passed since your eTA was issued, you may wonder if you can renew your eTA. Directions for renewing travel documents are not always clear, and the proper way to keep your status up-to-date is can be confusing. Everything you need to know about renewing…

Introduction The IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) is shaking up its working methods to improve the process of applying to enter Canada. This government body is aware that Canada immigration signifies a life-changing event for all refugees and asylum seekers, with important implications for other applicant categories too. When applications take a long time to process,…

A Canadian eTA, or Electronic Travel Authorization, is a required travel documents for citizens of eTA eligible countries. If you are a citizen of a country that is visa-exempt in Canada, or if you are a legal resident of the United States, you will need an eTA to travel to Canada. Applying for an eTA is a simple process yet does take some preparation.…

When considering applying for a Canadian Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), timing is a crucial factor. While the eTA process is generally swift, various circumstances can affect its duration. Below are some guidelines and additional considerations to help you determine the optimal time to apply for your eTA.

A Canadian eTA, or Electronic Travel Authorization, is a digital travel document. Applying for a Canadian Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is a crucial step for many international travelers planning to visit Canada. Understanding the time involved in completing this process is key to ensuring a smooth journey. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the time it takes to complete a Canada…

Introduction Canada will extend and enhance its biometrics verification program from the end of July 2018. The program is currently in use to verify the identity of people entering the country. As part of a drive to improve efficiency and reinforce the country's immigration programs, the expanding biometrics program will provide an efficient and effective screening process. It will also…

A Canadian eTA usually entails a quick and easy application process, but sometimes things don’t quite go as planned. Even if you do your best to fill out the form correctly, you may receive notice that your eTA authorization is pending. So, what does this mean? What can cause your application processing to be delayed? Here are some of the most common reasons that some Canadian eTA applications do…