Last Updated: September 29, 2026

Canada Visit Visa from the UK: Complete Guide to Fees, Documents & Approval

• Explore over 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Canada’s stunning natural landscapes.
• Visit family and friends or attend events with stays of up to 6 months.
• Join the 22 million annual visitors discovering Canada’s vibrant cities and culture.
• Quick online application process with high approval rates for UK residents.
• Access short-term business meetings or tourism under one visa.

Most UK citizens don't need a visa - you likely just need an eTA.

As a visa-exempt traveller, you'll typically only need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) - a simple online form costing just CAD $7 - rather than a full Visitor Visa (TRV). This guide covers both, so read on to see exactly which one applies to your trip.

 

Canada Visitor Visa Overview

A Canada Visitor Visa, also known as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), allows foreign nationals to visit Canada for tourism, family visits, or short-term business. UK citizens generally do not require a visa and can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for air travel.
 

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Types of Canada Tourist Visa

Canada offers different types of visitor visas to suit various travel purposes, whether you’re planning a holiday, visiting family, or attending short-term business events.

• Single-Entry Visa: Allows you to enter Canada once for tourism or visiting family and is valid until you leave the country.
• Multiple-Entry Visa: Permits you to enter and leave Canada multiple times within the visa’s validity period, typically up to 10 years or until your passport expires.

 

 

 

Visitor Visa vs. eTA

Who Needs a Tourist Visa (TRV)?

You will need a visitor visa if you are not from a visa-exempt country. This applies to most countries outside Europe and the Commonwealth. Travellers entering by means other than air (such as by car, bus, or boat) may also require a TRV even if they are visa-exempt for air travel.
 

Who Can Enter Without a Visa or with eTA?

Citizens of visa-exempt countries like the UK, EU member states, Australia, Japan, and others can enter Canada with an eTA if arriving by air. An eTA is not required for those entering by land or sea, but travel documents must still be presented.
 

Benefits of a Canada Visit visa

A Canada Visit Visa offers travellers the opportunity to experience the country’s stunning natural beauty, vibrant cities, and multicultural charm. Whether for tourism, family visits, or business, this visa provides flexibility and convenience for short-term stays.

• Stay in Canada for up to 6 months for tourism, visiting family, or attending events.
• Explore iconic attractions like Niagara Falls, Banff National Park, and over 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
• Allows short-term business activities, meetings, and conferences.
• Quick online application process and high approval rates for UK travellers.
• Multiple-entry visas let you travel to Canada several times during the visa’s validity period.
   

Eligibility for a Canada Visit Visa

The eligibility criteria for a Canada visit visa is as follows:

• A valid travel document (e.g., passport)
• Be in good health (a medical exam may be required)
• No criminal record or immigration-related convictions
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover travel and stay in Canada
• Evidence of strong ties to your home country (e.g., job, family, property)
• Convince the visa officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit
• No intention to work or study during the visit (unless authorized)
• Meet all other requirements set by IRCC for admissibility

 

Requirements for a Canada Visit Visa

If you are applying for a Canada Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa) from the UK, you will need to submit the following forms and supporting documents:
 

The table below has the complete list of documents required for a Canada visit visa:

The list of application forms required for a Canada tourist visa is as follows:

• IMM 5257: Application for Temporary Resident Visa (completed and validated with barcode)
• IMM 5707: Family Information Form (for applicants aged 18 or older)
• IMM 5645: Statutory Declaration of Common-law Union (if applicable)
• IMM 5476: Use of a Representative (only if using an immigration consultant or agent)
  
   

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Steps to Apply for a Canada Tourist Visa from the UK

You can follow the below steps to apply for a Canada tourist visa:

Step 1: Determine if you need a TRV or eTA.
Step 2: Apply through the IRCC Portal using an invite code and your email to create an account. (An IRCC secure account via GCKey or Sign-In Partner is also available if you're managing an existing linked application.)
Step 3: Complete the application form and upload required documents.
Step 4: Pay the applicable fees (CAD $100 + biometrics fee if applicable).
Step 5: Provide biometrics if aged 14–79.
Step 6: Wait for a decision (processing times vary).
Step 7: Once approved, receive visa stamp or eTA confirmation email.

Canada Tourist Visa Processing Time

The table below has details of the average processing time for a Canada tourist visa:
 

Canada Tourist Visa Fees

The table below has details of the Canada tourist visa fees:

Most first-time applicants also need to provide biometrics, so budget for both fees together - typically CAD $185 per adult (CAD $100 visa + CAD $85 biometrics), not just the CAD $100 visa fee alone.
 

Duration, Extensions & Conditions

• Visitors to Canada are typically allowed to stay for up to six months from the date of entry. However, the final duration is determined by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer at the point of entry. It may be shorter or longer depending on the purpose of your visit.
• If you plan to extend your stay, you must submit an application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) at least 30 days before your current status expires.
• For parents and grandparents applying under the Super Visa program, the stay period can be up to five years per entry, subject to additional requirements such as medical insurance and financial support documentation.
   

How Y-Axis Supports Your Canada Application? 

Y-Axis UK acts as a registered immigration Agent supporting Dima Beyrouti, RCIC Licence No. R709716, a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) registered with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC). 
As your administrative support team, Y-Axis can assist you with:

• Gathering and organising your supporting documents
• Coordinating appointments and communication on your behalf
• Providing general, publicly available information about Canadian immigration programmes
• Referring you to Dima Beyrouti for all regulated advice, eligibility assessments, and application representation 
• All regulated immigration advice, eligibility assessments, and application representation are the exclusive responsibility of Dima Beyrouti, RCIC Licence No. R709716. 

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