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Do Italian citizens need a visa for Canada?

Italian citizens need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter Canada.

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)

Italian citizens can enter Canada visa-free for tourism, up to 6 months. An eTA is required for air travel.

Last verified: 2026-05-24 · Source: official government page

At a glance

Visa typeVisa exemption + Canadian eTA (for air travel)
Maximum stayUp to 6 months per entry
Processing timeeTA: usually minutes
Application feeCAD $7 (eTA)
Passport validity requiredValid for stay
Where to applyeTA online at canada.ca/eta
Apply up toAt least 72 hours before travel; eTA valid 5 years

How to apply, step by step

  1. Apply for eTA at canada.ca/eta.
  2. Provide passport + travel details.
  3. Pay CAD $7.
  4. Receive eTA approval by email — linked to passport.
  5. Present passport at Canadian immigration.
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Document checklist

  • Italian biometric passport
  • Credit/debit card
  • Email
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Frequently asked questions

Visa or eTA?

Just an eTA when flying. Land/sea entry requires no eTA.

What happens if I overstay?

Fines, possible re-entry bans, and complications for future applications.

About this page

Cross-checked against the official government source linked above and the Wikipedia article on visa policy of Canada. Verified weekly against three independent sources.

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