Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No/4 | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes |
| Canadian | 1 | N/A | N/A |
| USA | 2 | No | No |
| Other EU | 3 | 5 | Yes |
Note(a) Children under
18 years must have information with them on the people responsible for their welfare, if traveling alone; this includes a letter of permission to travel from guardian(s), and also a letter from the custodian in Canada. (b) Depending on circumstance and nationality, certain applicants may need to undergo a medical examination in order to receive their visas; this must be carried out by a physician on Canada’s list of Designated Medical Practitioners.
Passport NoteVisitors to Canada must satisfy an examining officer at the Port of Entry that they are genuine visitors, in good health, with no criminal convictions, and have sufficient funds to maintain themselves during their stay in Canada and to return to their country of origin, as well as evidence of confirmed onward reservations out of Canada. Persons under 18 years of age who are unaccompanied by an adult should bring with them a letter from a parent or guardian giving them permission to travel to Canada.
Identity/travel documents issued to non-national residents of the country of issue, refugees or stateless persons are recognized for travel to Canada.
PassportsPassport valid for at least one day beyond the intended departure date from Canada required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following:
(a)
1. Canadian citizens holding a Canadian Certificate of Identity, Canadian birth certificate or a certificate of Canadian citizenship;
(b) permanent residents of Canada with proof of status, ie Permanent Resident Card, Record of Landing, Returning Resident Permit or a Refugee Travel Document issued by the Government of Canada to refugees who have been resettled in Canada;
(c)
2. citizens of the USA holding proof of citizenship (eg US birth certificate or US naturalization papers).
Note: As of 23 January 2007 all persons, including US citizens, traveling by air between the USA and Canada, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda are required to present a valid passport or other approved document when entering or re-entering the USA. Similar requirements for those traveling by land or sea will be introduced as early as 1 January 2008. For further details about the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, visit the website of the US Department of State:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html.
(d) persons entering from St Pierre & Miquelon or the USA who are legal permanent residents of the USA and hold a US alien registration card (Green Card);
(e)
3. citizens of France who are residents of and entering from St Pierre & Miquelon.
VisasNot required by all nationals referred to in chart above (visitor or transit) for stays of up to six months except the following:
(a)
4. holders of passports endorsed ‘British Subjects’ and ‘British Protected Persons’;
(b)
5. nationals of Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania and Slovak Republic;
(c) those visiting Canada who, during that visit, also visit the USA or St Pierre & Miquelon (a French Overseas Territory) and return directly to Canada as visitors within the period authorized on their initial entry (or any extension thereto).
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the high commission to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Visa NoteThe Government of Canada refuses admission to: (a) holders of passports issued by the UK Government entitled "British Temporary Resident’s Passport".
(a) A single-entry visa is still valid if used to visit the USA. (b) Persons wishing to attend a course of six months duration or less, at any level, do not require a study permit. However, if there is the possibility that you will extend your period of study in Canada, or if you are a full time student and wish to work on campus, you may apply for a study permit.
Types of Visa and CostVisitor: C$75 (single-entry); C$150 (multiple-entry).
Family: C$400 (for families of six or more persons).
Transit: free. Transit visas are necessary for all nationals who require a visitor visa. Although transit visas are not required by British citizens, they may be required by foreign nationals with British passports; check with the embassy or high commission for details. For further information on payment methods, contact the high commission. Prices are subject to frequent change.
ValidityUp to six months depending on circumstances of individual applicant. The determination regarding length of stay in Canada can only be decided by the examining officer at the port of entry, but visas cannot exceed the validity of the passport and cannot be longer than five years. If no actual departure date is indicated within the visitor’s passport, then the visitor will be required to depart within three months from the date of entry. Visitors must effect their departure from Canada on or before the date authorized by the examining officer on arrival. If an extension of stay is desired, an application must be made in writing to the nearest Canada Immigration Center at least three weeks before the expiry of the visitor visa. Multiple-entry visas cannot be valid longer than passport. Transit visas are only allocated if a national’s flight/onward journey is continuing within 24 hours. Single-entry visas can be used multiple times by nationals of St Pierre & Miquelon and the USA.
Applications to:Consulate (or consular section at embassy or high commission); see
General Info.
Working Days Required10 days are required from receiving applications, but applications should be made at least one month prior to the intended date of departure. Certain nationals are subject to longer processing times. For urgent applications it is advised to apply in person.
WarningMost visits to Canada are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners. The Canadian authorities have carried out a number of arrests as a result of investigations into terrorist networks.
Tornadoes can occur almost anywhere in Canada, normally from May to September.
The plant known as Qhat (Khat) is illegal in Canada. Smugglers are regularly caught and face a term of imprisonment.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever | No | No |
| Cholera | No | No |
| Typhoid and Polio | No | N/A |
| Malaria | No | N/A |
Health CareThere is no reciprocal health agreement with the UK, but doctors will continue medication for prescriptions issued in Europe. Private health insurance of up to C$50,000 is absolutely essential as hospital charges are very high (from US$1000-2000 a day, often with 30 per cent surcharge for non-residents imposed in some provinces). Health facilities are excellent (similar to the USA). Personal first-aid kits should be carried by travelers to more remote northern areas. Dial 911 for emergencies.
NoteVisitors intending to stay in Canada for more than 6 months - either as tourists, students or employees - may be required to take a medical examination. Visitors working in an occupation in which protection of public health is essential may be required to undergo a medical examination even if employment is only temporary. Check with the Canadian Consulate or High Commission for further information.
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