x
Contact us

Contact Information

1 (403) 452-9515

1 (800) 932-1190

Learn how we can help you

More Options...

Electronic Travel Authorizations (eTAs) Now Available To 13 New Countries

Blog posted on by Evelyn Ackah in Business Travel to Canada and Electronic Travel Authorizations eTA

Electronic Travel Authorizations (eTAs) Now Available To 13 New Countries

The Canadian government has announced that electronic travel authorizations (eTAs) are now available to citizens of 13 countries. An eTA is a digital travel document that allows eligible travelers to fly to Canada without a visa. To apply for an ETA, citizens of these countries must create an account on the IRCC website and complete an online application form. The application form requires basic information such as name, date of birth, passport number, and travel plans. The application fee is CAD $7.

Note: To qualify, applicants must have a valid U.S. visa or have been issued a Canadian visa in the last 10 years.

eTAs are valid for five years and can be used for multiple trips to Canada. Once an eTA is approved, it is linked to the traveler's passport and does not need to be printed out.

The introduction of eTAs for citizens of these countries is a significant development that will make it easier for them to travel to Canada. eTAs are a convenient and affordable way to travel to Canada, and they can be applied for online in just a few minutes.

“This exciting development means that more individuals from around the world can now embark on unforgettable adventures, explore our diverse landscapes, reunite with family and friends, and immerse themselves in our vibrant culture without the hurdle of visa requirements. This expansion not only enhances convenience for travellers, it will also increase travel, tourism and economic benefits, as well as strengthen global bonds with these 13 countries.”

– The Honourable Sean Fraser,
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

BOOK YOUR FREE CASE EVALUATION


Benefits of eTAs

There are several benefits to applying for an ETA, including:

  • Convenience: eTAs can be applied for online in just a few minutes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Affordability: The application fee is CAD $7.
  • Flexibility: eTAs are valid for five years and can be used for multiple trips to Canada.
  • Security: eTAs are linked to the traveler's passport and provide a layer of security for travel to Canada.

Requirements for eTAs

To be eligible for an eTA, citizens of the Philippines must meet the following requirements:

  • Hold a valid passport from the Philippines.
  • Have a valid email address.
Free Case Evaluation

13 Countries Receive eTA Benefits

Effective June 6, 2023, eligible travellers from these 13 countries can benefit from the eTA program:

  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Argentina
  • Costa Rica
  • Morocco
  • Panama
  • Philippines
  • St. Kitts and Nevis
  • St. Lucia
  • St. Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Seychelles
  • Thailand
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • ·Uruguay

Travellers who are not eligible for an eTA, or who are travelling to Canada by means other than air such as by car, bus, train and boat—including by cruise ship), will still need a visitor visa.

BOOK YOUR FREE CASE EVALUATION

Let Ackah Law Smooth Your Way To Canada

Get in touch with Ackah Law today to arrange a consultation and discover more about how we can assist you in travelling or immigrating to Canada. Ackah Business Immigration Law is a full-service immigration law firm catering to businesses and individuals, with offices in Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver. Contact Ackah Law today at (403) 452-9515 or email us directly at contact@ackahlaw.com.


Evelyn L. Ackah, BA, LL.B.

Founder/Managing Lawyer

Ms. Ackah is passionate about immigration law because it focuses on people and relationships, which are at the core of her personal values. Starting her legal career as a corporate/commercial ...

More About Evelyn L. Ackah, BA, LL.B.

How Can An American With a DUI Travel to Canada on Business?

Canada and the United States are close neighbours, and many people who live near the border forget the fact that they are entering a foreign country and cross the border regularly for ...

Read More

5 Commonly Asked Questions About Business Travel to Canada

Many international people need to enter Canada temporarily for business travel such as meetings, training or providing a service to their customers but do not become part of Canada's ...

Read More

Canada's New Temporary Residence Pathway for Ukrainians: CUAET

Canada has launched a fast-track visa processing pathway for Ukrainians fleeing the war in Ukraine. The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, ...

Read More

Foreign Film and TV Workers Get 14-Day Priority Work Permit Processing

On September 28, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced a new measure to give foreign nationals working in the film and television industry workers priority ...

Read More

UPDATE: Temporary Policy Allowing Visitors to Apply For a Work Permit Without Leaving Canada

Canada's government has released an update to the temporary policy allowing visitors to Canada who have a valid job offer to apply for a work permit without the normal requirement ...

Read More

Travel Limits to Canada by Passenger Vessels

On April 6, Canada enacted new restrictions on passenger vessels entering Canadian waters in order to slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). These new travel limits to Canada ...

Read More

Prompt response and positive attitude. They clearly consider every client as special and treat them as such. Always a professional and precise discussion with Ms. Ackah.

K.R.

View All Testimonials