Visa Requirements for Canadian Citizens (2026)

No. Canadian citizens do not need an ESTA or visa to enter the United States for tourism or business stays of up to 6 months. Simply present a valid Canadian passport at the border. For frequent travelers, the NEXUS card provides expedited processing at air, land, and marine ports of entry between Canada and the US. NEXUS members also receive Global Entry and TSA PreCheck benefits in the US.

NEXUS is a joint Canada-US trusted traveler program that provides expedited border clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers. It costs USD 120 (approximately CAD 165) for a 5-year membership — the fee rose from USD 50 on 1 October 2024 — and includes access to dedicated NEXUS lanes at land borders, NEXUS kiosks at Canadian airports, Global Entry in the US, and TSA PreCheck. Apply online through the CBSA Traveller Programs portal. You will need to attend an in-person interview at a NEXUS enrollment centre, typically located at major border crossings and airports.

Yes. The EU ETIAS travel authorisation system is targeted for Q4 2026, following the successful rollout of the Entry/Exit System (EES), with a six-month transition period. Once enforced, Canadian citizens will need to register online and pay a fee of EUR 20 (free for under 18 and over 70) before travelling to the Schengen Area. The authorization will be valid for three years or until your passport expires. Canadians currently enjoy visa-free access to all 29 Schengen countries for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS will not change the allowed length of stay, only add a pre-registration step. Check the official ETIAS website for the confirmed launch date.

No — not for short visits. Since 17 February 2026, Canadian citizens can enter China visa-free for stays of up to 30 days per entry under China's unilateral visa-free policy, currently through 31 December 2026 (maximum 90 days within any 180-day period) — check the latest policy before booking travel beyond that date. For longer stays, work, or study, apply at the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, or Ottawa.

Canadian citizens can apply for an Indian eVisa online for tourism, business, or medical visits. The e-Tourist visa is available for stays of up to 30 days (single or double entry) or up to 1 year (multiple entry). Apply at least 4 days before travel through the official Indian eVisa portal. A 30-day e-Tourist visa typically costs around USD 25. Alternatively, you can apply for a traditional visa through the BLS International (Indian Visa Application Centre) in major Canadian cities.

Canadian citizens need a UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) to visit the United Kingdom. The ETA is applied for online, is typically processed quickly, and allows multiple visits for stays of up to 6 months per entry. You cannot work on a visitor ETA. For work, study, or longer stays, you will need to apply for the appropriate UK visa. Canada and the UK have strong ties, and many Canadians are eligible for Youth Mobility Scheme visas (ages 18-35).