UK eTA for Citizens of Canada

UK eTA: Documents needed from Citizens of Canada

Submit the documents mentioned below for your UK eTA application:

What are the permitted and prohibited activities for the UK eTA for citizens of Canada

The citizens of the UK eTA must use their UK eTA wisely to avoid any legal act

✅ Permitted Activities:

• Tourism: Exploring and visiting the famous sites
• Business: Attending business conference, meetings, etc in the UK
• Short-Term Study: Completing your certificate crash course within 6 months
• Transit: Catching your connecting flight from a UK airport towards your final destination

❌ Prohibited Activities:

• Employment: The UK eTA does not permit you to undertake long-term professional projects.
• Permanent Residency: A UK eTA does not allow you to settle in the UK. To obtain residency status, you must apply through the appropriate immigration route and meet the specific eligibility criteria.

UK eTA Processing Duration for Travellers from Canada

The UK eTA can be processed as fast as you want for your travel needs.

1. Urgent/Super Rush Processing:

   Prioritised processing within 1 Hour with a highest processing cost $49.

2. Rush Processing:

   Usually faster than standard processing, the application gets processed within 6 - 12 Hours with an additional cost $29.

3. Standard Processing:

   The application gets processed within 1 - 2 Days without paying any additional processing cost.

How much does the UK eTA cost?

Factors including nationality, processing type, and exchange rate will affect the cost of your UK eTA. You can use the fee calculator on the UK eTA Cost page to calculate the total amount for your UK eTA.

Canada to UK: Completing Your eTA Application

The entire UK ETA procedure is managed online and requires only basic application steps.

How to Check the Status of Your UK eTA and What Information You’ll Need?

You can check the status for your UK eTA on the UK eTA Status page.

Information Required

1. Passport number
2. Application ID number

UK eTA: Quick Reminders

• Answering Questions: You must answer all the questions asked in your UK eTA application honestly.
• Use Accurate Information: Ensure that all the details you provide in the application form match exactly with the information on your passport.
• Keep a Copy: Although the eTA is digitally linked to the applicant's passport, it is a beneficial idea to save a digital copy of the approval email on your phone or print it out as a backup.

Can I extend my eTA stay duration in the UK? 

No, you cannot extend the validity of your UK eTA beyond the 6-month stay period. For a longer stay, you need to apply for a different visa type from the UK embassy.

Beaches To Explore in UK 

Spend time on the pristine beaches of the UK

1. Cornwall: Famous for rugged coasts, sandy beaches, and surfing at Fistral Beach; Porthcurno Beach offers turquoise waters and white sand.
2. Devon: Combines sandy beaches and cliffs; Woolacombe Beach is popular for its long sands, dunes, and rock pools.
3. Dorset: The Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO site, features Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove.
4. Norfolk: Holkham Beach is noted for its vast, natural beauty.
5. Northumberland: Bamburgh is known for its castle, wide beach, and village charm.

Conclusion

With an approved UK eTA, you can travel safely to the United Kingdom. Carry sufficient funds for the entire stay, complete the immigration formalities, and begin your journey.

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Content Disclaimer Details were accurate in July 2025, but travellers should verify current rules with embassies or airlines before travelling.