Brit travellers to Canada urged to check eTA requirement

CHEAPFLIGHTS.CO.UK is advising British travellers planning to visit #Canada to check eTA requirements before they travel.

Canadian authorities introduced compulsory electronic travel authorisation (eTA) procedures on March 15.

Phil Bloomfield from Cheapflights said: ‘While travellers might be aware that Canada was introducing an eTA, the feedback we’ve had from users is that many didn’t realize it was happening quite so soon. With the Canadian dollar comparatively weak versus the pound, we’re seeing double-digit annual growth for searches on travel to Canada – so it’s important that Brits don’t get caught out.’

Mr Bloomfield said that applying for the document is ‘a fairly simple process, but it’s important, and in most cases, the eTA will be granted within minutes of applying and will be electronically linked to your passport. Once approved, an eTA is valid for five years, or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. You can make multiple visits to Canada with a valid eTA, so getting one now will bring peace of mind if you plan to return.’

Travellers should apply via www.cic.gc.ca/. In order to purchase the eTA travellers will need a passport, credit card, e-mail address, and access to the internet.

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