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United Kingdom Visa For Canadian Citizens

Canadian citizens need an online travel authorization before flying to United Kingdom.

Online travel authorization needed before you fly

You Can Stay
6 months
Cost
£20
Time To Get It
Usually within a day, up to 3 working days
Valid For
2 years or until your passport expires, whichever is sooner

Canadian citizens usually need a UK ETA rather than a visa. It costs £20 and lets you visit for up to 6 months. Apply only on the gov.uk site or the UK ETA app; other websites charge more.

Checked 13 Oct 2026 against the official page: gov.uk

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