Good news for travelers! On June 6, 2023, 11:30 a.m.— Winnipeg, Canada has added 13 more countries to its list of nations whose citizens can travel to the country without a visa.
This means eligible travelers from these countries can now easily visit Canada for tourism or business purposes without any hassle. Canada is known for its natural beauty, friendly people, and vibrant cities, making it a top travel destination for tourists worldwide. With this latest announcement, the country is set to welcome even more visitors from across the globe.
The 13 new countries that now qualify for visa-free travel to Canada are Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Costa Rica, Morocco, Panama, Philippines, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay.
For those who qualify for visa-free travel to Canada, there are several benefits to take advantage of. Firstly, it saves travelers both time and money as they do not have to go through the visa application process. Visa-free travel means that eligible travelers can simply apply for an electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) online, which is a much simpler and quicker process.In addition, visa-free travel allows for more flexibility when planning a trip to Canada. Instead of having to plan the trip around the visa application process and waiting for the visa to be approved, travelers can book their flights and accommodations at their own convenience. This means that they can take advantage of last-minute deals or simply have the flexibility to change their plans without worrying about their visa application being affected.
The eTA is a digital travel document that most visa-exempt travelers need in order to travel to or transit through Canada by air. Canadian officials use the eTA application to conduct light-touch, pre-travel screening of air travelers. It costs CAN$7 to apply, and most applications are automatically approved within minutes.
To apply for an eTA, travelers need only a valid passport, a credit card, an email address, and access to the Internet. Canada expects to receive 200,000 (or 20%) more visitors from these 13 countries. With the addition of the 13 new countries, the eTA program now covers 60 visa-exempt nations. However, it is important to note that travelers from these countries who plan to arrive in Canada by land or sea still require a traditional visa.
Overall, the expansion of the eTA program demonstrates Canada’s commitment to being an open and welcoming nation, while still maintaining its security and integrity. So, if you are a citizen of one of the 60 visa-exempt countries, now is a great time to plan a visit to Canada and experience all that this beautiful country has to offer!
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