Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n As more people choose to explore Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is urging potential visitors to apply for their visas early to prevent any travel setbacks.<\/p>\n April 26, 2017\u2014Ottawa, ON \u2013<\/strong> In 2016, Canada experienced a 15% rise in temporary resident applications, totaling 2,674,964. This trend continues as more visitors plan trips, especially for #Canada150. To ensure a hassle-free visit, travelers should check Canada\u2019s entry requirements<\/a> in advance.<\/p>\n If you’re expecting guests from abroad, remind them to apply early for their visa or electronic travel authorization (eTA) to enjoy a smooth trip. Whether for tourism, business, or education, having the correct travel documents is essential.<\/p>\n \u201cWe aim to keep Canada a welcoming place for visitors. If someone you know is planning a trip here, make them aware of the importance of early document application to avoid any last-minute issues.\u201d<\/p>\n \u2013 The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, cannot obtain an eTA or visa. They must carry a valid Canadian passport<\/a> for flights to Canada.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Permanent residents are not eligible for an eTA or visa. They must present their permanent resident card<\/a> or a permanent resident travel document<\/a> when entering Canada.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n For media inquiries<\/strong><\/p>\n Bernie Derible<\/strong> Media Relations<\/strong> Explore more about Government and Politics<\/a>, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada<\/a>, and more.<\/p>\n Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, must travel with a valid Canadian passport for flights to Canada.<\/p>\n No, permanent residents cannot apply for an eTA. They must use their permanent resident card or travel document.<\/p>\n Applying early helps avoid last-minute issues and ensures a smooth travel experience, especially during peak travel times.<\/p>\n Read our immigration guide<\/a> to learn more about traveling to Canada.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" With the number of visitors coming to Canada on the rise, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is launching a campaign to encourage those who need a visa to apply early to avoid disappointment. … <\/i>Read More<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":6001,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[89],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6003","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-immigration"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6003","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6003"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6003\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6001"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6003"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6003"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/applytocanada.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6003"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Important Announcement<\/h2>\n
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Minister\u2019s Office
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-954-1064<\/p>\n
Communications Branch
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-952-1650
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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
What should Canadian citizens know when flying to Canada?<\/h3>\n
Are permanent residents eligible for an eTA?<\/h3>\n
Why is it important to apply early for a Canadian visa?<\/h3>\n