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- rHealth Declaration E-Formrequired
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A visa is required for this destination.
Visa is not required for a stay up to 180 days
Visa is not required for a stay up to 180 days
Canada ETA can only be issued to a lawful permanent resident of the United States with a valid U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) number. You only need an ETA when flying into the country.
Fill out Canada Express entry application form online
and send the following documents to VisaHQ:
Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.
Proof of language proficiency. Language test results
Proof of education. Proof of Canadian education or an educational credential assessment report for immigration purposes if:
• you’re applying through the Federal Skilled Workers Program, or
• you want to get points for the education you got outside CanadaEmployment Offer Letter. Written job offer from an employer in Canada (if you have one), proof of work experience, certificate of qualification in a trade occupation issued by a Canadian province or territory (if you have one)
Proof of Sufficient Funds. The financial coverage of the expenses can be certified with one of the following documents: an original income certificate of the employer or a bank account statement on the account turnover during the last three months or a pension slip or a certificate of registration in the case of an individual entrepreneur or one-man firm or a valid ticket a certificate of a reserved and prepaid journey accommodation.
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A visa is not required for this destination.
Additional information
- As of April 26, 2022, lawful permanent residents of the United States are exempt from the ETA requirement and must show these documents for all methods of travel to Canada:a valid passport from their country of nationality (or an equivalent acceptable travel document) anda valid green card (or equivalent valid proof of status in the United States)
- You need an official proof of status as a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., such as one of the following:valid permanent resident card (Form I-551)foreign passport with an unexpired temporary I-551 stamp (also known as an Alien Documentation, Identification and Telecommunication [ADIT] stamp)foreign passport with a temporary I-551 printed notation (“Upon endorsement serves as temporary I-551 evidencing permanent residence for 1 year”) on a machine-readable immigrant visa upon endorsement with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection admission stampexpired permanent resident card (Form I-551) with Form I-797 (Notice of Action) for pending Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) or Form I-829 (Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status)expired permanent resident card (Form I-551) with Form I-797 (Notice of Action) for pending Form I-90 (Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card [Green Card])valid re-entry permit (Form I-327)Form I-94 with an unexpired temporary I-551 stamp (ADIT stamp) and a passport-style photo
- As of April 26, 2022, lawful permanent residents of the United States are exempt from the ETA requirement and must show these documents for all methods of travel to Canada:a valid passport from their country of nationality (or an equivalent acceptable travel document) anda valid green card (or equivalent valid proof of status in the United States)
- You need an official proof of status as a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., such as one of the following:valid permanent resident card (Form I-551)foreign passport with an unexpired temporary I-551 stamp (also known as an Alien Documentation, Identification and Telecommunication [ADIT] stamp)foreign passport with a temporary I-551 printed notation (“Upon endorsement serves as temporary I-551 evidencing permanent residence for 1 year”) on a machine-readable immigrant visa upon endorsement with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection admission stampexpired permanent resident card (Form I-551) with Form I-797 (Notice of Action) for pending Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) or Form I-829 (Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status)expired permanent resident card (Form I-551) with Form I-797 (Notice of Action) for pending Form I-90 (Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card [Green Card])valid re-entry permit (Form I-327)Form I-94 with an unexpired temporary I-551 stamp (ADIT stamp) and a passport-style photo
- If you’re eligible for one or more of the Express Entry programs you will receive an invitation via email, you’ll be ranked in the Express Entry pool using the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).Federal Skilled Worker Program - This program is for skilled workers with foreign work experience who want to immigrate to Canada permanently.Federal Skilled Trades Program - is for skilled workers who want to become permanent residents based on being qualified in a skilled trade.Canadian Experience Class - The Canadian Experience Class is for skilled workers who have Canadian work experience and want to become permanent residents.
Canada Express entry fees for citizens of United States of America
| Type of visa | Validity Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. | Processing Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. | Embassy fee | Service fee | Tax | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eligibility Test | Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. | Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. Next business day | Embassy fee:$0.00 Service fee:$59.00 Tax:$0.00 Total cost:$59.00 |
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Canada COVID-19 travel restrictions
- Entry is openCanada's borders are open for all travelers.Prior to arrival requirementsValid passport. Valid national passport with at least 6 month remaining validity after the date of departure.Valid visa. Please see the instructions above if visa is needed and apply.Upon arrival restrictions😷Masks are required in public spaces and transport.
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