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Canada · 🇺🇸 United States
Visa & entry formalities for Canada passport holders travelling to United States.
No visa requiredVisas / authorisation
Visa Waiver Program (ESTA)
Max stay
Up to 90 days
Fees
ESTA $21.
Processing
Usually minutes to 72 hours.
Entry conditions
Canadian citizens are in the Visa Waiver Program and need an approved ESTA for air or sea travel into the US.
Required documents
- e-Passport (biometric) valid for the stay
- Approved ESTA
- Return or onward ticket
Step-by-step procedure
- 1 Apply for ESTA online.
- 2 Pay the fee.
- 3 Confirm the approval is linked to your passport.
- 4 Travel; immigration may ask your purpose and duration.
Verify with the official source
Rules change — always confirm the latest requirements with the consulate or official portal before booking.
Common questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for the US?
No — Canada is in the Visa Waiver Program, and an ESTA is required only for entry by air or sea, not by land.