International Travel to Canada

Canada has diverse entry requirements based on your origin and travel method, so plan ahead to ensure you have all necessary documentation!  

All United States Citizens must carry a valid U.S. passport to enter Canada that does not expire within six months of your trip. U.S. citizens are not required to have either a visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). 

Click here to discover specific entry requirements by country or territory by and click here to view reasons why an individual could be found inadmissible. Complete this questionnaire to learn if you need a visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). 

View estimated processing times for Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) and visas. If you're applying for a visitor visa, you will be provided with an option to request an Invitation Letter in the confirmation email received upon completing registration. 

Experience seamless travel when flying from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the United States. Take advantage of pre-flight immigration and customs clearance, complete with Global Entry perks. This not only saves time but also streamlines your journey compared to processing on the U.S. side. Uncover additional travel tips and tricks at YYZ airport, including mobile passport control and YYZ Express, by clicking here.