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Singapore to Canada visa requirements

Singapore citizens using ordinary passports are visa-exempt for Canada but must obtain an electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before flying to or transiting through Canada. The eTA costs CAD 7, is usually approved in minutes, and visitors are normally allowed to stay for up to 6 months. Singapore citizens using ordinary passports do not need a visitor visa for short visits to Canada. Singapore is on Canada's eTA-required visa-exempt list, so travelers need an electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) when arriving or transiting by air. The eTA is applied for online through the official IRCC website, costs CAD 7, and is electronically linked to your passport. Most applications are approved within minutes, though some can take several days if documents are requested. An approved eTA is valid for up to 5 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first, and allows multiple entries. Visitors are normally allowed to stay in Canada for up to 6 months per entry, as determined by the border services officer. No eTA is required if entering Canada by land or sea (car, bus, train, or boat/cruise), though you still must carry a valid passport. Travelers must satisfy a border services officer that they meet Canada's basic entry requirements, including having enough money, ties that support leaving Canada, and an intention to leave at the end of the approved stay.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20
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 2026-06-20
Visa type
eTA (electronic Travel Authorization) - visa-exempt
Maximum stay
Up to 6 months per entry (officer's discretion)
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
CAD 7
consular fee only
Processing time
Minutes to a few days
standard track
Validity
Up to 5 years or until passport expires
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eTA, not a visa
Singapore is visa-exempt, so for air travel or airport transit you need an eTA. If arriving by land or sea, no eTA is needed in most cases but carry a valid passport.
· Air travel only· Visa-exempt
/02
Prepare your documents
Have a valid Singapore passport, a credit or debit card to pay the CAD 7 fee, and a valid email address ready.
· Passport· Credit/debit card· Email
/03
Apply online via the official IRCC site
Complete the eTA application form at canada.ca. Avoid third-party sites that charge extra service fees.
· canada.ca· Avoid third parties
/04
Pay the CAD 7 fee
Pay the non-refundable government fee with your card to submit the application.
· CAD 7
/05
Receive approval by email
Most eTAs are approved within minutes. Some may take several days if IRCC requests more documents, so apply before booking final travel.
· Email confirmation
/06
Travel with the linked passport
The eTA is electronically linked to your passport. Present that same passport at airline check-in and the border.
· Same passport
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredValid Singapore passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved eTA (for air arrival/transit)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCredit or debit card for CAD 7 fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredValid email address
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 ties to home country (job, family, assets)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedAccommodation details / itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
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.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: IRCC / Canada.ca - Visitor visa: Prepare for your arrival, date modified 2026-05-27
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eTA government feeCAD 7Per applicant, paid online to IRCC, non-refundable
Visitor visa (not applicable)CAD 0Not required – Singapore is visa-exempt
Optional third-party service feeVariesAvoid – apply directly on canada.ca
Total estimateCAD 7CAD 7incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and sightseeing
Short leisure trips to cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Banff.
High
/02
Visiting friends and relatives
Trips to see family or friends residing in Canada.
High
/03
Business meetings and conferences
Short business visits, meetings, or attending events.
Medium
/04
Transit through a Canadian airport
Connecting flights via Canada also require an 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
2026-06-20
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-20
Reviewed by Codex
Re-verified against IRCC/Canada.ca eTA, entry-requirements and arrival pages plus Singapore MFA's Canada page; confirmed Singapore ordinary-passport holders remain visa-exempt and need an eTA for air travel/transit, with CAD 7 fee, minutes-to-days processing, up to 5-year validity and normally up to 6 months per entry.
2026-05-30
Singapore to Canada route verified
Confirmed via IRCC that Singapore ordinary passport holders remain visa-exempt and need an eTA (CAD 7, up to 5 years validity) for air travel, with stays up to 6 months. No policy change.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Singapore citizens need a visa for Canada?
No. Singapore is visa-exempt. For air travel you need an eTA instead of a visitor visa.
How much does the eTA cost?+
How long can I stay in Canada?+
How long is the eTA valid?+
Do I need an eTA if I arrive by car or cruise?+
How quickly is the eTA approved?+
/11 — Passport tools

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