Why is my eTA application taking so long?
Canada eTA pending for a long time? Chances are you will soon be contacted by IRCC and asked for additional information. The standard Canada eTA processing time in such situations is 72 hours, so if you received no response the first day you do not need to panic about the delay.
How long does it take for an eTA to be approved?
Most applicants get their eTA approval (via an email) within minutes. However, some requests can take several days to process if you’re asked to submit supporting document.
How do I know if my eTA is approved?
If your eTA is approved you will receive an email confirming you are allowed to travel to Canada by air. Your eTA will be linked to your passport. You will need to show your passport to airline staff whenever you board a flight to Canada.
Can eTA be rejected?
If your application was refused, you should not travel to Canada. If you try to travel to Canada with a refused eTA, you will be prevented from boarding your flight. We encourage you to reapply for an eTA only once you have addressed the reason(s) leading to the refusal of your application.
Can I travel to Canada without eTA?
Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)
If you’re visiting Canada you’ll need an eTA to board your flight unless you’re otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card).
How do I get an urgent eTA?
Can I get my eTA on an urgent basis? When you apply, indicate in detail on the application the urgent and/or compelling reason for your travel. This information will be considered when your application is processed. However, most applicants will receive a confirmation within minutes.
What if my eTA is not approved?
If your ETA is refused, you may lodge a new application and provide further evidence to address concerns (this must include the required information specified above). If you wish to lodge a new application, you must use the Australian ETA app.
What happens if you don’t have a eTA Canada?
You need to present this passport when you check-in to your flight to Canada. You don’t need to print out any special document. The airline staff will scan your passport to confirm that you have a valid eTA. If you don’t have one, you won’t be able to board your flight.
Can I enter Canada without eTA?
Visitors travelling to Canada by air are now expected to get an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) to enter Canada. If you’re visiting Canada you’ll need an eTA to board your flight unless you’re otherwise exempted (for example, if you have a valid Canadian visa or a permanent resident card). The following travellers need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to board their flight to Canada.
- Anguilla.
- Bermuda.
- British Virgin Islands.
- Cayman Islands.
- Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
- Gibraltar.
- Montserrat.
- Pitcairn Island.
Can I enter Canada on land without an eTA?
Answer: You need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
Starting October 1, 2022, all COVID-19 border requirements, including vaccination, mandatory use of ArriveCAN, and any testing and quarantine/isolation requirements will end for all travellers entering Canada whether by land, air or sea.
What happens if I travel to Canada without an eTA?
You need to present this passport when you check-in to your flight to Canada. The airline staff will scan your passport to confirm that you have a valid eTA. If you do not have one, you won’t be able to board your flight.
Can I transit in Canada without eTA?
You need an eTA to transit through Canada by air if you’re from an eTA-required country. You don’t need an eTA if you’re transiting through Canada and you enter by train, bus,boat or cruise ship.
How long in advance can I get an eTA Canada?
How long it takes to get an eTA. It’s best to get an eTA before you book your flight to Canada. Most applicants get their eTA approval (via an email) within minutes. However, some requests can take several days to process if you’re asked to submit supporting documents.