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Do Germany passport holders need a visa to visit Canada?

eTA required (CAD 7) for German citizens flying to Canada. Up to 6 months per visit, valid 5 years. German ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt to Canada but must hold a valid eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before boarding any flight to or transiting through Canada. The eTA costs CAD 7, is valid for 5 years or until passport expiry, and allows multiple entries with up to 6 months per visit at CBSA discretion. eTA is linked to the passport and not required for arrivals by land or sea. Apply via canada.ca/eta — beware of look-alike third-party sites that charge inflated fees. Lufthansa, Air Canada and Condor fly direct from FRA/MUC/DUS to YYZ/YVR/YUL.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
Germany (PR)Living in Germany as a permanent resident? See PR-specific guidance→
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
Visa-exempt with eTA
Maximum stay
Up to 6 months per visit
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
CAD 7
consular fee only
Processing time
Minutes typically
standard track
Validity
5 years or passport expiry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Apply for eTA online
Use only the official Canada.gov site: canada.ca/eta. CAD 7 per applicant.
· CAD 7
/02
Wait for approval
Most eTAs approved within minutes via email; occasionally days if extra documents required.
· minutes typically
/03
Check passport validity
Passport valid for duration of stay. eTA is electronically linked - same passport must be used at boarding.
· passport-linked
/04
Prepare evidence
Return ticket, accommodation, sufficient funds. Officer may ask at boarding or POE.
· return ticket
/05
Arrive in Canada
Primary Inspection Kiosks at YYZ/YVR/YUL/YYC. Officer decides stay length (max 6 months).
· PIK kiosks
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

7 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 7 complete
German passport
Machine-readable; valid for duration of stay
eTA approval
Email confirmation; linked to passport
Return or onward ticket
Within 6 months of arrival
Proof of accommodation
Hotel or host's address
Sufficient funds
CAD 100-200 per day suggested
Travel insurance
Recommended; healthcare not free for visitors
Customs declaration
Goods over CAD 10,000 and food/plants must be declared
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eTACAD 7Online at canada.ca/eta only
Visitor Visa (TRV)CAD 100For Germans with refused eTA or paper-only cases
Biometrics feeCAD 85Only if visa needed; not required for eTA
Working Holiday (IEC)CAD 172 + open work permit feeFor Germans aged 18-35; quota pool
Overstay penaltiesRemoval order + future barStrict enforcement
Total estimateCAD 7 — CAD 7incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eTA online
Minutes typically
Apply at least 72 hours before flight to be safe.
Visitor Visa (TRV)
Weeks to months
Only if eTA refused; biometrics required.
Working Holiday (IEC)
Weeks after pool invitation
For Germans aged 18-35; quota-based.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
eTA refused (criminal record)
DUI and other convictions can trigger inadmissibility. Apply for visa with rehabilitation if needed.
Low
/02
Insufficient travel evidence
No return ticket or unclear plans can lead to border refusal.
Low
/03
Prior immigration violations
Past overstays or refusals globally affect eligibility.
Low
/04
Look-alike third-party scam sites
Many charge CAD 50-100. Always use canada.ca/eta.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-27
Germany to Canada route verified
Confirmed eTA CAD 7 for German citizens. Up to 6 months per visit.
2016-11-10 · major
eTA enforcement began
All visa-exempt air travellers required to hold eTA prior to boarding.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Germans need a visa for Canada?—
Not a visa - just an eTA at CAD 7 for stays up to 6 months. Apply at canada.ca/eta.
Is eTA required for transit?+
How long is eTA valid?+
Can I work on eTA?+
Where to apply?+
Direct flights from Germany?+
/11 — Passport tools

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