ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization)

An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air. An eTA is electronically linked to a traveller’s passport. It is valid for up to five years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, you need to get a new eTA.

The Canada eTA for Australian passport holders is a digital visa waiver that makes it easy for nationals of Australia and other eligible travelers to visit the country.

Australian citizens can enjoy stress-free travel to Canada thanks to the simple online application process

The eTA is the most convenient way that Australian passport holders can enter Canada for the purposes of tourism, business, or transiting through the country.

With a valid eTA, you can travel to Canada as often as you want for short stays (normally for up to six months at a time). You do not need an eTA for travel within Canada.

An eTA doesn’t guarantee entry to Canada. When you arrive, a border services officer will ask to see your passport and other documents. You must convince the officer that you are eligible for entry into Canada.

The Canada eTA comes with a multitude of benefits for Australian travelers. Some of the top benefits include the following:

Long validity period, with multiple visits allowed
Up to 6 months per visit
Quick online application
No need to go to a Canadian embassy
Fast process of entering Canada