Quick Facts
| Name fidelity | MRZ spelling is the source of truth |
|---|---|
| Renew early | Tattered passports break kiosks |
Core Requirements
If you recently married, divorced, or corrected your name legally, reconcile tickets before eTA gates.
- Photo page integrity
No unofficial laminates or crossed-through fields.
Still mapping basics?
The Canada eTA page lists traveler-friendly reminders adjacent to IRCC primacy.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
One transposed digit voids boarding.
LPR cards and eTAs answer different questions.
Tickets, passport, and eTA must align predictably.
eTA issuance is usually quick yet not contractual.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- 1
Gather passport facts
Expiry, number, issuing country—no abbreviations.
- 2
Use the IRCC eTA workflow
Answer criminal history questions honestly—lies escalate bans.
- 3
Pay with a stable card
Inform your bank about IRCC merchants.
- 4
Screenshot approval
Offline copies rescue you when SMS OTP fails.
- 5
Book air only when confident
Refunds rarely cover immigration surprises.
Handy links on our site
Before you book flights
Keep these tabs open while you plan—they pair well with this article:
More tools on Go e-Visa
Shortcuts if you want to explore beyond this destination:
- General eligibility checker (not country-specific)
- All Go e-Visa guides
- Other popular eVisa destinations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does an eTA guarantee entry to Canada?
Is an eTA a visa?
How fast is approval?
What if refused?
Do children need their own eTA?
Official Sources
Always verify current requirements directly with official government sources before traveling.
- Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — eTA
Government of Canada
- Canada travel requirements (Go e-Visa checklist)
Go e-Visa reference page (verify with official sources)