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Canada visa news

Updates worth checking, including rule changes and movements in fees and processing times.

Updated 2026.09.11

2026.09.10 Policy Different eTA rules apply when you enter by land or sea An eTA is generally not required when you enter by car, bus, train or an ordinary boat or ship.

2026.09.10 eVisa If you are issued a new passport, check your eTA again An eTA is linked electronically to the passport used in the application, so a change of passport needs to be checked.

2026.09.10 Policy Check the Canadian eTA fee and validity period Before you apply for an eTA, it is safest to re-check the government fee and the validity period on the official page.

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