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Finland to Canada visa requirements

Q: How much does the Canada eTA cost?

CAD $7, paid online during the application to the Government of Canada.

Q: How long is the eTA valid?

Up to 5 years, or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. It allows multiple entries.

Q: How long can I stay in Canada?

Normally up to 6 months per entry. The border officer makes the final decision on arrival.

Q: Do I need an eTA if I arrive by car or cruise ship?

No. The eTA is only required for air travel or airport transit. By land or sea, a valid passport is sufficient.

Q: How quickly is the eTA approved?

Most applications are approved within minutes by email. If documents are needed, Canada sends instructions by email within 72 hours and processing can take longer.

Finnish citizens do not need a visa for short tourist trips to Canada, but if arriving by air they must obtain an electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before boarding. It costs CAD $7, is approved within minutes for most applicants, and is valid for up to 5 years. Finland is a visa-exempt country for Canada, so Finnish ordinary passport holders do not need a tourist visa for short visits. However, anyone flying to or transiting through a Canadian airport must hold a valid electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), which is electronically linked to the passport. The eTA costs CAD $7, is usually approved within minutes, and stays valid for up to 5 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. Each entry normally permits a stay of up to 6 months, with the final decision made by the border officer on arrival. An eTA is NOT required when entering by land or sea (car, bus, train, boat or cruise ship); in those cases a valid passport is sufficient. Apply only through the official Canada.ca website to avoid third-party fees.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-21

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.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-21

Visa type

eTA (electronic Travel Authorization) — required for air travel

Maximum stay

Up to 6 months per entry (decided by border officer)

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries

from issue date

Visa fee

CAD $7

consular fee only

Processing time

Most approved within minutes; document requests are emailed within 72 hours

standard track

Validity

Up to 5 years or until passport expires

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your travel mode

An eTA is only required if you fly to or transit through a Canadian airport. If arriving by land or sea, you only need a valid passport.

· Air travel only· Land/sea exempt

/02

Check your passport validity

Ensure your Finnish passport is valid for the duration of your stay. The eTA is linked electronically to this specific passport.

· Valid passport· Linked to passport

/03

Apply online via the official Canada.ca site

Complete the eTA application on the official Government of Canada website. You will need your passport, a credit card and an email address.

· Official site only· ~10 minutes

/04

Pay the CAD $7 fee

Pay the fee with a valid credit or debit card during the application.

· CAD $7

/05

Wait for approval

Most applications are approved within minutes by email. If supporting documents are needed, Canada says instructions are sent by email within 72 hours and processing can take longer.

· Often minutes· Docs may be requested

/06

Travel with the same passport

Board your flight using the passport linked to your approved eTA. The airline verifies it electronically at check-in.

· Use linked passport

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredValid Finnish ordinary passport

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved eTA linked to that passport (air travel)

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCredit/debit card for the CAD $7 fee

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredValid email address to receive confirmation

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedReturn or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation / itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

OptionalTravel/medical insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

Official sourcesGovernment of Canada — What you need to enter Canada (Finland listed as eTA-required)Government of Canada — Find out about electronic travel authorization (eTA)Government of Canada — eTA: How to apply

Application link included: Government of Canada — eTA: How to apply

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eTA application feeCAD $7Paid online to the Government of Canada

Passport (if renewal needed)VariesFinnish passport renewal cost, only if your passport is expiring

Third-party service feeCAD $0Avoid unofficial sites; apply only on Canada.ca

Total estimateCAD $7 — CAD $7incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard online eTA

Usually minutes

Most applications are approved within minutes by email.

With document review

Several days

If you are asked to submit additional documents, processing can take several business days.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism / short visit

Sightseeing and leisure trips of up to 6 months are covered by the eTA.

High

/02

Visiting family or friends

Social visits to relatives or friends living in Canada.

High

/03

Business meetings

Short business trips, conferences and meetings (no Canadian employment).

Medium

/04

Airport transit

Connecting through a Canadian airport en route to another country still requires an eTA.

Medium

/05

Cruise / land arrival

Arriving by boat, car, bus or train needs only a valid passport, no eTA.

Low

/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

2026-06-21

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-21

Finland to Canada route re-checked

Verified Canada.ca entry requirements and eTA guidance: Finnish ordinary passport holders remain visa-exempt but need an eTA for air travel or airport transit; land/sea entry normally does not require eTA. Refreshed the check date and clarified document-request timing.

2026-05-30

Finland to Canada route verified

Confirmed via Government of Canada and the Embassy of Finland that Finnish ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt and need an eTA (CAD $7, valid up to 5 years, up to 6 months per stay) for air travel; no eTA for land/sea entry.

/09 — The questions