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Everything Canadian travellers need to know about the UK ETA. Application steps, costs, and tips for Canadians visiting Britain in 2026.

Canada and the United Kingdom share a deep historical bond through the Commonwealth, yet starting 25 February 2026, Canadians travelling to Britain must hold an approved Kebenaran Perjalanan Elektronik UK (ETA) before departure. Whether you are visiting London for a weekend getaway, exploring the Scottish Highlands, or attending a business conference in Manchester, this guide covers everything Canadian travellers need to know about the UK ETA.

The requirement applies to all Canadian passport holders, regardless of age. Even if you have visited the UK dozens of times before without any paperwork beyond your passport, the rules have changed. Here is your complete guide to staying compliant and avoiding travel disruptions.

Canadian passport prepared for travel to the United Kingdom

Why Canadians Now Need a UK ETA

The UK government introduced the ETA system to strengthen border security by pre-screening travellers before they depart for Britain. Previously, citizens of visa-free countries like Canada could arrive at a UK port of entry and be assessed on the spot. The ETA shifts that assessment to before travel, allowing authorities to identify potential concerns earlier.

For most Canadians, the ETA process is quick, straightforward, and should not cause any issues. The system is comparable to Canada’s own eTA requirement, which international travellers need when flying to Canada. For a general overview of the ETA programme, visit our Peraturan dan panduan kos ETA UK 2026.

Canadian travellers applying for UK ETA before visiting the United Kingdom in 2026
Canadian passport holders now need an ETA before travelling to the United Kingdom.

UK ETA Cost and Validity for Canadians

Here are the key facts about the UK ETA for Canadian citizens:

PerincianMaklumat
Kos£16 per person (~CAD $29)
Kesahihan2 tahun atau sehingga pasport tamat tempoh
KemasukanUnlimited multiple entries
Tinggallah setiap lawatanSehingga 6 bulan
Masa pemprosesanBiasanya beberapa minit, sehingga 3 hari bekerja
Kaedah permohonanAplikasi ETA UK atau laman web GOV.UK

The fee applies per person, so a Canadian couple would pay £32 (~CAD $58). For families with children, every child — including infants — needs their own separate ETA application and fee. See our Panduan ETA UK untuk kanak-kanak dan keluarga untuk maklumat lanjut.

⚠️ Kemas kini harga: Mulai 8 April 2026, yuran ETA UK akan meningkat daripada £16 kepada £20 (peningkatan £4). Semua syarat lain kekal sama — ETA sah selama 2 tahun (atau sehingga pasport anda tamat tempoh) dan membenarkan pelbagai perjalanan ke UK dengan tempoh penginapan sehingga 6 bulan.

Siapa yang perlu memohon

All Canadian citizens travelling to the UK need an ETA, with these exceptions:

  • Dual British-Canadian citizens: If you also hold a British or Irish passport, you must travel on that passport instead. You cannot apply for an ETA as a dual citizen of the UK or Ireland.
  • Canadian permanent residents who are not Canadian citizens: If you hold a passport from another country, check whether your nationality requires an ETA or a visa.
  • Canadians with a valid UK visa: If you already hold a work visa, student visa, or other UK immigration permission, you do not need an ETA.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step for Canadians

The application process is the same for all nationalities. Here is how it works for Canadian travellers:

1. Download the UK ETA App or Visit GOV.UK

The official UK ETA app is available for free on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Alternatively, you can apply through the GOV.UK website. Avoid third-party websites that charge inflated processing fees.

2. Scan Your Canadian Passport

Use your phone to scan the NFC chip in your passport (all Canadian biometric passports issued since 2013 have NFC chips). If scanning does not work, you can manually enter your details and photograph the data page.

3. Complete Biometric Verification

Take a selfie following the on-screen instructions. Ensure good lighting, look directly at the camera, and remove glasses or head coverings (unless worn for religious reasons).

4. Answer Background Questions

You will be asked about criminal history, immigration violations, and health conditions. Answer truthfully — false declarations can lead to revocation and future travel bans.

5. Pay and Submit

Review your details carefully, then pay the £16 fee. You cannot edit your application after submission, so double-check everything. Note that you cannot save your progress — complete the application in one sitting.

6. Receive Your Decision

Most Canadian applicants receive approval within minutes. If additional review is needed, allow up to 3 working days. You can check your ETA status online pada bila-bila masa.

Step-by-step UK ETA application guide for Canadian passport holders
The UK ETA application takes just minutes and can be done entirely on your smartphone.
Canadian traveller applying for a UK ETA on a laptop

Canada-UK Travel: Key Differences to Know

While Canadians and Britons share much in common, there are important differences to prepare for:

  • Memandu: The UK drives on the left side of the road, opposite to Canada. Roundabouts are also far more common. See our Panduan memandu di UK for tips.
  • Mata wang: The UK uses the British Pound Sterling (£), not the Canadian Dollar or Euro. Contactless payment is widely accepted — read our Panduan pembayaran UK.
  • Penjagaan kesihatan: Unlike visiting other Canadian provinces, your provincial health insurance does not cover you in the UK. Purchase comprehensive travel insurance before your trip.
  • Time zones: The UK is 5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. When it is noon in Toronto, it is 5 PM in London.
  • Memberi tip: Tipping culture in the UK is more modest than in North America. A 10-12% tip at restaurants is standard, and tipping in pubs when ordering at the bar is not expected. See our tipping in the UK guide.
  • Soket kuasa: The UK uses Type G plugs with three rectangular pins. You will need a travel adaptor — Canadian plugs do not fit UK sockets.

Direct Flights from Canada to the UK

Several airlines operate direct flights between Canadian cities and the United Kingdom:

RuteSyarikat penerbanganMasa Penerbangan
Toronto (YYZ) → London HeathrowAir Canada, British Airways, WestJet~7 hours
Montreal (YUL) → London HeathrowAir Canada, British Airways~6.5 hours
Vancouver (YVR) → London HeathrowAir Canada, British Airways~9.5 hours
Calgary (YYC) → London HeathrowWestJet~8.5 hours
Toronto (YYZ) → EdinburghAir Transat (seasonal)~7 hours

Remember, your airline will check your ETA status before allowing you to board. Have your passport (linked to your ETA) ready at check-in. For getting from UK airports to city centres, check our Panduan pengangkutan UK.

Direct flight routes from Canada to the United Kingdom for Canadian travellers
Multiple airlines offer direct connections between Canadian cities and the UK.

Soalan Lazim

Do Canadian children need a UK ETA?

Yes. Every Canadian traveller, including children and infants, needs their own ETA. Each child must have their own passport, and a separate ETA application must be completed for each.

Bolehkah saya bekerja di UK dengan ETA?

No. The ETA is for short visits only (tourism, business meetings, family visits). If you want to work in the UK, you need a work visa. Permitted business activities include attending meetings, conferences, and negotiations — but not employed work.

What if I get a new Canadian passport?

Your ETA is linked to your specific passport number. If you renew your passport, you must apply for a new ETA linked to the new passport. The old ETA cannot be transferred. For help with corrections, see our UK ETA correction guide.

Is the UK ETA the same as Canada eTA?

They are similar in concept — both are electronic pre-screening systems for visa-free travellers. However, they are separate programmes run by different governments. Having a Canada eTA does not exempt you from the UK ETA, and vice versa.

Can I transit through the UK without an ETA?

In some cases, yes — if you remain airside at Heathrow or Manchester without passing through UK immigration. For full details, read our Panduan peraturan transit ETA UK.

Apply Before You Fly

The UK ETA for Canadians is a simple, affordable requirement that takes minutes to complete. At just £16 (~CAD $29) for two years of unlimited UK travel, it is a small price for seamless entry to one of Canada’s closest allies and most popular travel destinations. Apply today through the laman web rasmi GOV.UK and start planning your British adventure.

Anggaran Masa Tiba di UK 2026: Apa yang Perlu Ditaui Setiap Pelawat

Kebenaran Pengembaraan Elektronik UK (ETA) ialah kebenaran pra-perjalanan yang dikaitkan secara elektronik dengan pasport anda. Diperkenalkan sebagai sebahagian daripada rangka keselamatan sempadan baharu UK, ETA kini wajib bagi warganegara banyak negara yang sebelum ini boleh melawat United Kingdom tanpa sebarang kebenaran terlebih dahulu. Memahami proses ETA adalah penting untuk perjalanan ke UK yang lancar dan tanpa tekanan, sama ada anda melancong untuk pelancongan, perniagaan, transit, atau melawat keluarga dan rakan.

Siapa yang memerlukan ETA UK?

ETA UK diperlukan oleh warganegara negara-negara yang tidak memerlukan visa untuk memasuki UK tetapi bukan warganegara British atau Ireland, atau tidak memegang permit kediaman UK. Ini termasuk warganegara banyak negara Kesatuan Eropah, serta warganegara dari negara-negara di seluruh Asia, Amerika, Australasia, dan lain-lain. Cara paling mudah untuk mengesahkan sama ada anda memerlukan ETA UK ialah dengan menyemak laman web rasmi kerajaan UK, yang mengekalkan senarai terkini kewarganegaraan dan dokumen perjalanan yang layak diterima untuk permohonan ETA.

Memohon ETA UK Anda

Proses permohonan ETA UK adalah mudah dan sepenuhnya dalam talian. Anda memerlukan pasport yang sah, alamat e-mel, dan kaedah pembayaran. Mulakan dengan melayari portal rasmi permohonan ETA UK atau memuat turun aplikasi ETA UK pada telefon pintar anda. Sediakan butiran peribadi anda dengan tepat seperti yang tertera pada pasport anda — termasuk nama penuh, tarikh lahir, dan nombor pasport. Anda juga akan ditanya tentang sejarah perjalanan anda, sebarang penolakan visa sebelum ini, dan sama ada anda mempunyai sebarang sabitan jenayah. Setelah permohonan anda dihantar, anda akan menerima keputusan melalui e-mel, biasanya dalam beberapa minit, walaupun dalam beberapa kes ia mungkin mengambil masa sehingga tiga hari bekerja.

Kos dan Kesahihan ETA UK

ETA UK berharga £10 setiap orang dan, setelah diluluskan, sah untuk dua tahun atau sehingga pasport anda tamat tempoh — mana-mana yang tiba dahulu. Sepanjang tempoh ini, anda boleh melancong ke UK sebanyak mana yang anda mahu, untuk apa jua tujuan yang dilindungi oleh ETA. Setiap penginapan di UK tidak boleh melebihi enam bulan. Tiada had pada bilangan lawatan yang boleh anda lakukan dalam tempoh sah dua tahun, menjadikan ETA UK sangat berbaloi untuk pengembara kerap dan mereka yang kerap melawat UK untuk urusan perniagaan atau riadah.

Sebelum Anda Bepergian: Peringatan Penting

Sentiasa pastikan ETA anda diluluskan dan dikaitkan dengan pasport sebelum anda melancong. Pegawai Penguatkuasa Sempadan boleh mengesahkan status ETA anda secara elektronik — anda tidak perlu mencetaknya atau membawa salinan fizikal. Walau bagaimanapun, menyimpan e-mel kelulusan anda sebagai rujukan adalah langkah berjaga-jaga yang bijak. Jika anda mendapat pasport baru selepas menerima ETA anda, anda mesti memohon ETA baru yang dikaitkan dengan pasport baru itu, kerana kebenaran tersebut terikat kepada dokumen perjalanan tertentu dan tidak akan dipindahkan secara automatik.

Pemegang ETA UK dibenarkan melawat England, Scotland, Wales, dan Ireland Utara. ETA merangkumi kebanyakan tujuan lawatan jangka pendek, tetapi ia tidak membenarkan anda bekerja, belajar untuk tempoh yang panjang, atau mengakses dana awam. Jika anda merancang untuk belajar lebih daripada enam bulan, mengambil pekerjaan berbayar, atau tinggal di UK dalam jangka panjang, anda perlu memohon visa yang sesuai. Sentiasa semak panduan terkini kerajaan UK sebelum melancong, kerana peraturan imigresen boleh berubah, dan adalah tanggungjawab anda untuk tiba dengan kebenaran perjalanan yang betul.