Planning on travelling to Canada with an Irish passport?
Whether you are travelling to explore Canada’s natural wonders or to engage in business, before embarking on this journey, it’s crucial that you understand the entry requirements as an Irish citizen.
Among the essentials is the Canadian eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization), a digital travel permit designed for visitors from visa-exempt nations, including Ireland.
In this article, we delve into what you need to know about the Canadian eTA, touching on what it is, the application process, and essential considerations for Irish passport holders.
So, let’s unravel what you need to know and answer the pressing question: Do I need an eTA for Canada from Ireland?
The Canada eTA lets you travel to Canada if you are from a visa-exempt country by air.
Note that the Canada Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) does not permit you to work or study in Canada.
The eTA is electronically linked to your passport. This means that when your passport is checked once you arrive in Canada, the staff will be able to see the valid eTA that is linked to your passport.
It’s important to note that having an eTA does not guarantee entry into Canada, instead, you must still meet the basic requirements for entry, such as:
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What is eTA Canada?
This requirement was introduced for Irish citizens on 15 March 2016.
This meant that as an Irish Citizen from that date onwards, you could apply for Canada eTA to travel to Canada for tourism, business, medical, or transit purposes without a need to apply for the traditional visa.
The short answer is yes, Irish citizens need an eTA to enter Canada.
Irish citizens are part of the list of visa-exempt countries, meaning if you have an Irish passport, you can travel to Canada without a visa, however, you will require an eTA.
As an Irish passport holder, you can apply for an eTA if you are planning on travelling to Canada by air for tourist, business, or medical purposes.
Alternatively, an eTA can be obtained for transit purposes if you are an Irish passport holder.
To apply for eTA Canada, you will need to meet some key requirements. Some of these include:
For Irish Citizens, the eTA Canada requirements are:
Please note you may be required to submit additional documents depending on your circumstances.
The Canadian eTA once issued remains valid for a maximum of five years or until the expiration date of your passport.
When you apply for an eTA with Visa First, the cost starts from €50.
The process to obtain your eTA usually takes a couple of days.
It’s recommended to apply for an eTA well in advance of your travel date so that you will receive it on time.
It’s important to consider that issues can arise so you should give yourself more time for processing.
Some common issues that can arise include:
Hence why it’s important to give yourself extra time when applying for your Canadian eTA.
You can apply for your Canadian eTA yourself or you can take the stress off your shoulders and apply with a visa agent like Visa First.
To start your Canada eTA application with Visa First, the process is as follows:
Please note that you’ll be able to check the progress of your eTA Canada application by logging into your account and going to the ‘Applications in Progress’ section.
At Visa First, we can make the process hassle-free for you!
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