194 destinations, A to Z: whether you need a visa, an eVisa, a visa on arrival or nothing at all, and how long you may stay.
Since 10 April 2026 the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) has been fully operational at Schengen external borders. Non-EU travellers are registered biometrically on arrival, and the registration replaces passport stamps.
Source (European Commission: EES)
ETIAS, the EU’s future travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors, is not in operation. No applications are being collected and the EU has not set a start date; it says it will announce one several months in advance. The fee is set at €20.
Source (European Commission: ETIAS)
Entry requirements for Canadian passport holders, A–Z
| Destination | Entry requirement | Allowed stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | eVisa | 30 days | e-Visa: Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Afghanistan due to hostile and unpredictable security situation, likely terrorist attacks, ongoing arme
Mored conflict, the risk of kidnapping, arbitrary arrest and detention, high crime rate, and widespread violations of human rights by the de facto authorities. Canadians do not need a visa if they were born in Afghanistan or their parent is a national of Afghanistan or was born in Afghanistan. All visitors are fingerprinted, and are required to register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs upon arrival. |
| Albania | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Algeria | Visa required | – | Visa Issuance: Passengers with a boarding authorization issued by the Ministry of Tourism traveling as tourists can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum of 30 days.
MoreThey must have: a return/onward ticket and a hotel reservation confirmation. The visa is issued upon arrival only at Algiers International Airport or at Djanet Airport. Processing time for a tourist visa to Algeria is around 48 hours. |
| Andorra | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Angola | Visa not required | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Antigua and Barbuda | Visa not required | 180 days | The digital arrival form can be completed within 72 hours prior to arrival on a mobile phone or tablet, Although the digital arrival form is encouraged, the paper form is still accepted.Government of Canada advice |
| Argentina | Visa not required | 90 days | Visitors are fingerprinted (Right thumb fingerprint) and photographed upon entry.Government of Canada advice |
| Armenia | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 120 days | May obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 120 days at a cost of 15,000 AMD. May also obtain an e-Visa in advance: Visitor visa (up to 21 days of stay) / Non-refundable fee – 8 USD.
MoreVisitor visa (up to 120 days of stay) / Non-refundable fee – 38 USD. e-Visa processing time is up to 3 working days. Canadians with a residence permit valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Armenia issued by one of the GCC states, US, EU Member States and Schengen Area States may get a visa free entry up to 180 days within a one-year period starting from July1st,2026 till July1st, 2027. |
| Australia and territories | Electronic Travel Authorisation | 90 days | 90 days on each visit in 12-month period. Canadian Passport Holders may enter using Smartgate system. |
| Austria | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Azerbaijan | eVisa | 30 days | Canadians with a residence permit issued by one of the GCC states may obtain a 30-day tourist visa on arrival in Azerbaijan. They must present their valid visa or residence permit along with their passport.Government of Canada advice |
| Bahamas | Visa not required | 8 months | visitors who have items to declare must complete the "C17 Form Accompanied Baggage" before departure.Government of Canada advice |
| Bahrain | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | Nationals of Canada can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 1 month. They can apply to extend their stay for an additional 2 weeks.Government of Canada advice |
| Bangladesh | Visa on arrival | 30 days | Visa on arrival is available at Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet international airports, pre arrival visa required if arriving by sea or by land border crossing.
MoreNo visa required for Bangladeshi Canadians and their spouse and children with a copy of a former Bangladeshi passport, a Dual Nationality Certificate, NVR, a Bangladeshi NID, or a digital birth registration certificate. |
| Barbados | Visa not required | 6 months | Complete an "Immigration/Customs Form" before departure.Government of Canada advice |
| Belarus | Visa not required / eVisa | 30 days | 30 day visa free access available to travelers that arrive and depart via Brest (BQT), Gomel (GME), Grodno (GNA), Minsk (MSQ) Minsk International Airport, Mogilev (MVQ) or Vitebsk (VTB) and are not arriving from or plann
Moreing to depart to a Russian Federation airport. Otherwise a visa is required. Visas can be issued on arrival at the Minsk International Airport if the supporting documents are submitted at least 3 business days before arrival. The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Belarus due to the risk of arbitrary enforcement of local laws and the armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine. e-Visa can be issued for 30 days and can be used at all international checkpoints, including road and rail. |
| Belgium | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Belize | Visa not required | 30 days | All travelers must complete an arrival form and customs declarationGovernment of Canada advice |
| Benin | eVisa | 30 days | Must have an international vaccination certificate. Three types of electronic visa are offered: the e-Visa valid for 30 days for a single entry (50 EUR), the e-Visa valid for 30 days for several (multiple) entries (75 EU
MoreR), and the e-Visa valid for 90 days to make several (multiple) entries (100 EUR). Free 72-hour visa for cruise passengers. |
| Bhutan | eVisa | 90 days | May independently obtain an e-Visa for 90 days stay. Visa fee is 40 USD per person (nonrefundable). Visa application maybe processed within 5 business days.
MoreThe Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of 200 USD per person, per night for almost all visitors to Bhutan. Additionally, if payment is made in US dollars from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2027, the SDF is 100 USD. |
| Bolivia | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 6-month period.Government of Canada advice |
| Botswana | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 1-year period.Government of Canada advice |
| Brazil | eVisa | 90 days | Visa requirements reinstated for Nationals of Canada, and Canadian citizens are able to obtain visas online.Government of Canada advice |
| Brunei | Visa not required | 90 days | Must obtain an e-arrival card before departure or upon arrival.Government of Canada advice |
| Bulgaria | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Burkina Faso | eVisa | – | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Burkina Faso due to the volatile security situation and the high threat of kidnapping, terrorism and armed banditry and the instability of the political situation.Government of Canada advice |
| Burundi | Online Visa / Visa on arrival | 1 month | From December 2021, passengers of all countries that previously required a visa can now obtain visas on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport and all land borders.Government of Canada advice |
| Cambodia | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | Cambodia introduced the v-Pass (Visitor Pass) on July 1, 2025.Government of Canada advice |
| Cameroon | eVisa | – | Tax for a visa on internal flights has to be obtained upon arrival. Holders of a pre-arranged approval issued by "Le Delegue General de la Surete" can obtain a visa on arrival.Government of Canada advice |
| Cape Verde | Visa not required | 30 days | Must register online at least five days prior to arrival.Government of Canada advice |
| Central African Republic | Visa required | – | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit the Central African Republic due to the unstable security situation activities of armed rebel groups and the high level of violent crime.
MoreA letter of invitation to the Central African Republic must be applied 2 weeks in advance before the planned date of travel. |
| Chad | eVisa | 90 days | Canadians are now able to apply for an e-Visa to visit Chad as it was introduced recently; Multiple-entry e-Visa valid for 90 days is 100 EUR.Government of Canada advice |
| Chile | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| China | Visa not required | 30 days | From 17 February 2026 to 31 December 2026, visas are not required for 30 days for business, tourism, family/friends visit, exchange and transit purposes.
More240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan) using any mode of transport. Must have a confirmed onward ticket/itinerary, and enter through 1 of 64 approved ports. During which, may freely travel within the 24 provinces permitted for visa-free transit and engage in tourism, business, and visits. 24-hour visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan), is available at most international airports, without leaving the airport. Travellers who need to leave the airport may obtain a temporary entry permit from immigration. 5-day port visa (Visa on Arrival) for Shenzhen if arriving at designated ports of entry from Hong Kong by land or sea, for stays within Shenzhen. 3-day port visa (Visa on Arrival) if arriving in Zhuhai or Xiamen at designated ports of entry, for stays within the respective city. 15-day visa-free entry for cruise ship passengers in tour groups, if arriving at any cruise port along China's coastline, including but not limited to Tianjin; Dalian; Shanghai; Lianyungang; Wenzhou; Zhoushan; Xiamen; Qingdao; Guangzhou; Shenzhen; Beihai; Haikou; Sanya. May further travel inland to all regions of coastal provinces (and equivalents) and Beijing. May apply for a port visa (Visa on Arrival) if travelling for an urgent, qualified reason. Prior clearance for port visa is highly recommended or may be denied boarding by airlines. Visa not required for 30 days visiting Hainan Island, if arriving directly on the island from outside Mainland China. Visas for Canadian citizens are valid for up to 9 years and 11 months. |
| Colombia | Visa not required | 90 days | Extendable up to 180-days stay within a 1-year period. 256,000 Colombian Pesos (equivalent to CAD$85) must be paid upon arrival. Passengers older than 79 years or younger than 14 years are exempt.Government of Canada advice |
| Comoros | Visa on arrival | 45 days | Visa on arrival cost is 30 EUR or 50 USD.Government of Canada advice |
| Republic of the Congo | Online Visa required | – | Visas and invitation letters are only approved via tour operators except passengers with a VIP invitation. Travelers must obtain a visa from the Republic of the Congo embassy.
MoreHowever, they can also apply for the visa online at the website of at the Republic of the Congo embassy in France. |
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | eVisa | 7 days | Visa on arrival will be issued at Ndjili International Airport if a letter of invitation (Visa volant) given by the Ministry of Interior and Security.
MoreThe Canadian government advises its citizens not to travel to Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to the unstable security situation, ongoing armed conflict, terrorism and violent crime. Canadians with a prove of being of Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) origins or their parents of Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) origins can obtain a visa upon arrival for a maximum of 30 days. |
| Costa Rica | Visa not required | 180 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Côte d'Ivoire | eVisa | 3 months | e-Visa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport.Government of Canada advice |
| Croatia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Cuba | eVisa | 90 days | e-Visas are included on the ticket price for passengers on direct flights from Canada. Must complete the "D'Viajeros" form within 7 days before departure.Government of Canada advice |
| Cyprus | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Czech Republic | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Denmark and territories | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period regardless of previous time spent in other Schengen countries (except the other Nordic countries). |
| Djibouti | eVisa | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Dominica | Visa not required | 6 months | Visitors must complete a landing card 3 days before departure.Government of Canada advice |
| Dominican Republic | Visa not required | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Ecuador | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Egypt | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | On-arrival visa costs 36 USD for Single entry visa (Tourism). According to Timatic, citizens of Canada may enter Egypt without a visa at Sharm el-Sheikh, Saint Catherine or Taba airports, for a maximum stay of 15 days.Government of Canada advice |
| El Salvador | Visa not required | 180 days | Part of the Central America-4 Free Mobility Agreement. One ninety-day extension may be granted if applied five days before the first expires. In the CA4 area, you get 90 days total for the entire area. To reset your stay, you must leave the area.Government of Canada advice |
| Equatorial Guinea | eVisa | – | e-Visa holders must arrive via Malabo International Airport. The processing fee is 75 USD.Government of Canada advice |
| Eritrea | Visa required | – | A tourist visa for Canadian citizens is issued for a stay of 1 month from arrival to Eritrea. Visa on arrival can be obtained only at Asmara International Airport upon previous authorization from the Government.Government of Canada advice |
| Estonia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Eswatini | Visa not required | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Ethiopia | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | Visa on arrival is obtainable only at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa holders must arrive via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa is available for 30 or 90 days.Government of Canada advice |
| Fiji | Visa not required | 4 months | Government of Canada advice |
| Finland | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| France and territories | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area (in the Regions of France).
MoreA Canadian passport is not required for visa-free travel to the French overseas territory of Saint Pierre et Miquelon; an identification document (e.g. driver's licence or Secure Certificate of Indian Status) can be used instead. |
| Gabon | eVisa | 90 days | e-Visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport.Government of Canada advice |
| Gambia | Visa not required | 30 days | Visitors can apply for an additional 30 days extension, but must apply for a residence permit by the 56th day of stay.Government of Canada advice |
| Georgia | Visa not required | 1 year | Government of Canada advice |
| Germany | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Ghana | eVisa | – | May apply online. Visitors staying longer than 60 days are required to extend their visas at the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS). Visa applications to be processed within 5 working days.Government of Canada advice |
| Greece | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Grenada | Visa not required | 3 months | Passengers must present an Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Form upon arrival. The form can be completed at most 72 hours before departure or upon arrival.Government of Canada advice |
| Guatemala | Visa not required | 90 days | Part of the Central America-4 Free Mobility Agreement. In the CA4 area, you get 90 days total for the entire area. To reset your stay, you must leave the area.Government of Canada advice |
| Guinea | eVisa | 90 days | Citizens of Canada who obtain an e-Visa can stay in Guinea for up to 5 years.Government of Canada advice |
| Guinea-Bissau | Visa on arrival | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Guyana | Visa not required | 90 days | An online Immigration and Customs declaration form before arrival.Government of Canada advice |
| Haiti | Visa not required | 3 months | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Haiti due to high level of kidnapping, violent crime and civil unrest.Government of Canada advice |
| Honduras | Visa not required | 3 months | Part of the Central America-4 Free Mobility Agreement. In the CA4 area, you get 90 days total for the entire area. To reset your stay, you must leave the area.Government of Canada advice |
| Hungary | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period regardless of previous time spent in other Schengen countries.Government of Canada advice |
| Iceland | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| India | eVisa | 30 days | Canadians who are or have been Pakistani nationals or have had ancestors who are or have been Pakistani nationals are required to follow a stringent and longer procedure.
MoreCanadians who have a defence/military/security/police background(serving/retired) or hold an official/diplomatic passport, are not eligible for e-Visa and must apply for a visa at the embassy. |
| Indonesia | e-VOA / Visa on arrival | 30 days | Visa on arrival (IDR 500,000) renewable a maximum of once for 30 days. All travelers to Indonesia must apply for an Arrival Card online before visiting the archipelago.Government of Canada advice |
| Iran | Visa required | – | Canadian citizens who want to travel to Iran, need to do so with a fully organized tour.
MoreApplying for an Iranian visa without booking a complete tour from a local travel agency will result in getting rejected by the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). Tourists for Kish and Qeshm Islands do not require a visa for a total of 14 days. The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Iran due to violent civil unrest volatile security situation, the regional threat of terrorism and the possibility of arbitrary detention |
| Iraq | eVisa | 30 days | Canadians may obtain an e-Visa or visa on arrival for up to 30 days to Kurdistan Region.
MoreThe Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Iraq (including Kurdistan region) due to the volatile and unpredictable security situation the ongoing thread of terrorism, violent extremism and organized crime. |
| Ireland | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Israel | Electronic Travel Authorization | 90 days | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Israel due to a hostile and unpredictable security situation. Entry refused to anyone who "knowingly issues a public call for boycotting Israel." |
| Italy | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Jamaica | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days (business), 6 months (tourist). Must submit the customs and immigration C5 form before departure or upon arrival.Government of Canada advice |
| Japan | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Jordan | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | Visa can be obtained upon arrival, it will cost a total of 40 JOD, obtainable at most international ports of entry and land border crossings. (except King Hussein/Allenby Bridge)Government of Canada advice |
| Kazakhstan | Visa not required | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Kenya | Electronic Travel Authorisation | 90 days | Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance. eTA fee is 32.50 USD.
MoreProof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable). Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries. Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda. |
| Kiribati | Visa not required | 90 days | May not exceed 90 days within any given 12 months period.Government of Canada advice |
| North Korea | Visa required | – | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit North Korea due to the possibility of arbitrary detention, and uncertain security situation caused by its nuclear weapons development program and highly repressiv
Moree regime. Visitors traveling for tourist purposes have to hold an authorization to travel, issued by a travel company in North Korea (Dem. People's Rep.). Independent travelers must be escorted by a tour guide at all times. |
| South Korea | Electronic Travel Authorization | 6 months | South Korea extends K-ETA exemption for Canadians until December 31, 2026.
MoreCanadian Travelers must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free, which can be completed up to 24 hours before boarding a flight, The validity period of a K-ETA is 3 years from the date of approval. |
| Kuwait | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 3 months | Government of Canada advice |
| Kyrgyzstan | Visa not required | 30 days | A single or multiple tourist or business e-Visa for 90 days is also availableGovernment of Canada advice |
| Laos | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | 18 of the 33 border crossings are only open to regular visa holders.
Moree-Visa may be used to enter Laos through the Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, 3 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges, in Boten (road and railroad), and in Vientiane (at Khamsavath railway station). Visa on arrival is available at the Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, 4 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges and 7 border crossings. |
| Latvia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Lebanon | Free visa on arrival | 1 Month | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Lebanon due to ongoing military activity.
MoreExtendable for 2 additional months; granted free of charge at Beirut International Airport or any other port of entry if there is no Israeli visa or seal, holding a telephone number, an address in Lebanon, and a non-refundable return or circle trip ticket. |
| Lesotho | Visa not required | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Liberia | e-VOA | 3 months | Travelers can pre-apply for the visa online through a dedicated portal allows them to obtain a Visa upon arrival in Liberia if there is no embassy in their home country.
MoreBut if there is a Liberian embassy in your country, you are required to apply for your visa directly at the embassy and not through this portal. Currently available only upon arrival at Roberts International Airport (ROB) in Monrovia. |
| Libya | eVisa | 30 days | Tourist e-Visa is valid for 90 days and good for single entry, it allows applicants from most countries to stay no more than 30 days by paying a 63 USD fee.
MoreThe Canadian government advises its citizens not to travel to Libya due to ongoing conflict and the threat of terrorism and kidnapping. Canadians currently in Libya are strongly advised to depart immediately. |
| Liechtenstein | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Lithuania | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Luxembourg | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Madagascar | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | For durations of less than 15 days, the visa fee is free, but an administrative fee of 30 EUR (35 USD) has to be paid. 30 days – 35 EUR / 41 USD; 60 days – 40 EUR / 47 USD; 90 days – 50 EUR / 59 USDGovernment of Canada advice |
| Malawi | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Malaysia | Visa not required | 3 months | The electronic Malaysia Digital Arrival Card must be submitted within three days before the date of arrival in Malaysia.Government of Canada advice |
| Maldives | Free visa on arrival | 30 days | Extendable stay.Government of Canada advice |
| Mali | Visa required | – | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Mali due to the threat of terrorism, kidnapping, banditry and unpredictable security situation. An average processing time for a tourist visa to Mali is around 3-15 working days.Government of Canada advice |
| Malta | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Marshall Islands | Visa on arrival | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Mauritania | eVisa | 30 days | As of Jan 5th 2025 will be able to apply for an e-Visa. e-Visa available for 30, 90, 360 or 720 days duration.
MoreAfter getting the visa approval a QR code has to be printed, presented to the security personnel and fees must be paid upon arrival in Mauritania cost of USD 60 for a 30 days e-visa. |
| Mauritius | Visa not required | 90 days | 180 days per calendar year for tourism, 120 days per calendar for businessGovernment of Canada advice |
| Mexico | Visa not required | 180 days | Actual permitted duration of stay is decided on arrival by border agents, and is often shorter than 180 daysGovernment of Canada advice |
| Micronesia | Visa not required | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Moldova | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period.Government of Canada advice |
| Monaco | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period. Monaco does not have a visa policy of its own and the Schengen visa policy applies.Government of Canada advice |
| Mongolia | Visa not required | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Montenegro | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period.Government of Canada advice |
| Morocco | Visa not required | 3 months | Government of Canada advice |
| Mozambique | Electronic Travel Authorization | 30 days | Visitors must register their ETA on the e-Visa platform at least 48 hours before travel and pay a processing fee of 48 USD.Government of Canada advice |
| Myanmar | eVisa | 28 days | e-Visa holders must arrive via Yangon, Nay Pyi Taw or Mandalay airports or via land border crossings with Thailand — Tachileik, Myawaddy and Kawthaung or India — Rih Khaw Dar and Tamu.
Moree-Visa available for both tourism (allowed stay is 28 days) or business (allowed stay is 70 days) purposes. The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Myanmar due to ongoing civil unrest and armed conflict. |
| Namibia | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | Can obtain a visa upon arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport, Walvis Bay International Airport and main land border crossings.Government of Canada advice |
| Nauru | Visa required | – | Criminal record and medical fitness certificates are not required for Canadian citizens. Visa Issuance: Passengers with an entry permit letter (visa letter) issued by Nauru. Applications can be submitted via email before departureGovernment of Canada advice |
| Nepal | Online Visa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | May obtain a visa on arrival which is good for multiple entries and allows visitor to stay for no more than 15, 30 or 90 days. May obtain a visa through kiosks at the airport.Government of Canada advice |
| Netherlands | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| New Zealand | Electronic Travel Authority | 3 months | May enter using eGate. International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy must be paid upon requesting an Electronic Travel Authority.
MoreHolders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure. Such travelers are not required to pay the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy. |
| Nicaragua | Visa not required | 90 days | All visitors must pay 10 USD in cash for a tourist entry stamp upon arrival (exact change is recommended.). The stamp is valid for up to 90 days. Part of the Central America-4 Free Mobility Agreement.
MoreIn the CA4 area, you get 90 days total for the entire area. To reset your stay, you must leave the area. |
| Niger | Visa required | – | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Niger due to political instability and the risk of terrorism and kidnapping.
MoreVisa on arrival at Diori Hamani International Airport if a letter of invitation ('Visa Volant') issued by the Ministry of Interior is honored. |
| Nigeria | eVisa | 30 days | All you need to know about Nigeria Immigration Services. Holders of written e-Visa approval issued by the Immigration Authority can obtain a visa on arrival for Business, provided they hold a visa application form and e-
MoreVisa application payment receipt and have an invitation letter from a Nigerian company accepting immigration responsibilities. Visa not required for Nigerian-born citizens. |
| North Macedonia | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Norway | Visa not required | 3 months | 3 months within any 6-month period, regardless of previous time spent in other Schengen countries, but including time spent in other Nordic countries.Government of Canada advice |
| Oman | Visa not required / eVisa | 14 days / 30 days | Visa exemption valid for 14 days, evisa for 30 days; Holders of a visa or entrance stamp of the Emirate of Dubai that is valid for at least 21 days are visa exempt.
MoreHolders of a visa for Qatar that is valid for travel to Oman and valid for at least one month are visa exempt when arriving directly from Qatar. |
| Pakistan | eVisa | 3 months | Government of Canada advice |
| Palau | Free visa on arrival | 30 days | Extendable stay by twice only with a fee. Passengers must submit the Palau Entry Form at most 72 hours before departure.Government of Canada advice |
| Panama | Visa not required | 180 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Papua New Guinea | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 60 days | Visa on arrival is only available at Port Moresby Airport. Available at Gurney Airport (Alotau), Mount Hagen Airport, Port Moresby Airport and Tokua Airport (Rabaul).ℹ Also required 9 November 2026: Since 1 October 2025 all travellers must complete a Digital Arrival Card online before arrival. (UK FCDO)Government of Canada advice |
| Paraguay | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Peru | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Philippines | Visa not required | 30 days | For longer periods, a visa extension is available once inside the country from the Bureau of immigration. Arriving foreign passengers should register at The eTravel System.Government of Canada advice |
| Poland | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Portugal | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Qatar | Visa not required | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Romania | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Russia | Visa required | – | Cruise ship passengers cruising in and out of a Russian port within 72 hours, who spend each night on board, and who only leave the ship on tours organized by the cruise company, do not require a tourist visa.
MoreThe Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Russia due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Process of tourist visas for stays with a period of 30 days is required. Canadians with a valid visa issued by Belarus can enter the Russian Fed visa free and the Belarusian visa must be valid for the period of intended stay in The Russian Fed. May apply online and then submit all the documents at the embassy to get the visa |
| Rwanda | Visa not required | 30 days | Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Kenya or Uganda.Government of Canada advice |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | Electronic Travel Authorisation | 6 months | ℹ Also required 9 November 2026: All visitors must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) before travel. (UK FCDO)Government of Canada advice |
| Saint Lucia | Visa not required | 6 weeks | Must present an Immigration Form upon arrival can be completed before departure or upon arrivalGovernment of Canada advice |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Visa not required | 30 days | Can be extended up to 1 year, permitting the discretion of local immigration authorities.Government of Canada advice |
| Samoa | Entry permit on arrival | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| San Marino | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| São Tomé and Príncipe | Visa not required | 15 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Saudi Arabia | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | Non-Muslim residents might be prohibited from visiting Mecca and its holy sites. Other religious places may also be restricted to Non-Muslim people.Government of Canada advice |
| Senegal | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Serbia | Visa not required | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Seychelles | Electronic Border System | 3 months | Application can be submitted up to 30 days before travel. Visitors must upload a reservation confirmation(s) for each visitor's location of stay in Seychelles.
MoreYellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries. Payment of the fee (EUR 10) by credit or debit card. Valid for one journey only and it expires once exit the country. |
| Sierra Leone | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 3 months / 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Singapore | Visa not required | 30 days | Submitting the SG Arrival Card (SGAC) before arrival is must via the mobile application or the website.Government of Canada advice |
| Slovakia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Slovenia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Solomon Islands | Free Visitor's permit on arrival | 3 months | 3 months with any 1-year period.Government of Canada advice |
| Somalia | eVisa | 30 days | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Somalia including Somaliland due to significant threat from terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict and a high level of violent crime, extremely volatile security s
Moreituation and high threat of domestic terrorism. |
| South Africa | Visa not required | 90 days | South Africa's ETA portal is now accessible, but not yet functional.Government of Canada advice |
| South Sudan | eVisa | – | Obtainable online 30 days single entry for 100 USD, 90 days multiple entry for 200 USD and 180 days multiple entry for 350 USD. Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel.
MoreThe Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit South Sudan due to ongoing armed conflict, inter-ethnic violence and high levels of violent crime. |
| Spain | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Sri Lanka | Electronic Travel Authorization / Visa on arrival | 30 days | Electronic Travel Authorization subject to granting/issuing. With effect from 05.25.2026, Canadian nationals are eligible to obtain tourist visa (ETA) free-of-charge for a period of 30 days.Government of Canada advice |
| Sudan | Visa required | – | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Sudan due to armed conflict, civil unrest, terrorism and kidnapping, the volatile security situation.
MoreKhartoum International Airport is closed and options for leaving Sudan are extremely limited. There may be ongoing disruptions to critical infrastructure and essential services. Visa on arrival if holding letter of invitation registered in Sudan with a pre-approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Sudan). Can obtain a visa upon arrival if married to a national of Sudan or prove that are of Sudanese origins from the father's side. |
| Suriname | Visa not required | 90 days | An entrance fee of USD 50 or EUR 50 must be paid online prior to arrival. Multiple entry e-Visa is also available.Government of Canada advice |
| Sweden | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Switzerland | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Government of Canada advice |
| Syria | Visa required | – | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Syria due to the ongoing armed conflict, terrorism, criminality, arbitrary detention, torture and forced disappearance.
MoreCanadians that were born in Algeria, Jordan, Lebanon, Mauritania, Morocco, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, Yemen or GCC member state do not need a visa. Canadians of Syrian origin don't need a visa, they must have a proof. Canadians with a residence permit issued by GCC member state or Lebanon, can obtain a visa upon arrival. They must have a valid address in Syria, a contact number and sufficient funds to cover their stay. Nationals of countries without any Syrian representation can obtain a visa on arrival. Syria Visa Fees is 100 USD for Tourism duration of 1 month single entry. |
| Taiwan | Visa not required | 90 days | Taiwan Arrival CardGovernment of Canada advice |
| Tajikistan | Visa not required / eVisa | 30 days / 60 days | e-Visa also available. e-Visa holders can enter through all border points. Visiting GBAO requires a permit that can be requested alongside the eVisa.Government of Canada advice |
| Tanzania | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Thailand | Visa not required | 30 days | Maximum 2 visits annually if not arriving by air.ℹ Also required 9 November 2026: All foreign visitors must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card online, within 3 days before arrival (since 1 May 2025). (UK FCDO, Government of Canada)Government of Canada advice |
| Timor-Leste | Visa on arrival | 30 days | VOA is obtainable at Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport and at Dili Sea Port. Fees are for Transit 20 USD, Tourist 30 USD and Business 50 USD.Government of Canada advice |
| Togo | eVisa | 15 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Tonga | Free visa on arrival | 30 days | Extendable up to 6 months.Government of Canada advice |
| Trinidad and Tobago | Visa not required | 90 days | Passengers must submit the online Arrival/Departure Card at most 72 hours before arrivalGovernment of Canada advice |
| Tunisia | Visa not required | 4 months | Government of Canada advice |
| Turkey | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period.Government of Canada advice |
| Turkmenistan | eVisa | – | 10-day visa on arrival if holding a letter of invitation provided by a company registered in Turkmenistan with a prior approval from the Foreign Ministry.
MoreVisitors can apply to extend their stay for an additional 10 days. When transiting between two non-bordering countries, visitors can obtain a Turkmenistan transit visa for a five-day stay. This must be applied for in advance at the Turkmenistan Embassy. Visitors must also submit copies of the visas for the country of entry into Turkmenistan and the country of departure from Turkmenistan. Visa fee is 20 USD. Canadian citizens have the right to visa-free transit through the international transit area of Ashgabat International Airport. |
| Tuvalu | Visa on arrival | 1 month | Government of Canada advice |
| Uganda | eVisa | 3 months | Visa fee is 50 USD. Can also be entered on an East Africa Tourist Visa issued by Kenya or Rwanda.Government of Canada advice |
| Ukraine | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period. The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Ukraine due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.Government of Canada advice |
| United Arab Emirates | Visa not required | 90 days | Visa Exemptions: Nationals of Canada with a normal passport for a maximum stay of 90 days. Information: The maximum stay is granted within 180 days.Government of Canada advice |
| United Kingdom | Electronic Travel Authorisation | 6 months | Can use ePassport gates starting 1 June 2019. UK-ETA isn't required if the passenger has a UK ancestry clearance visa. ETA UK will be valid for 2 years.Government of Canada advice |
| United States | Visa not required | 6 months | ESTA exempt. Canadian passport holders do not have to get an ESTA. 6 month stay rather than typical 90 day VWP stay. Most non immigrant statuses can be applied for on arrival at a port of entry.
MoreCanada is not a Visa Waiver Program country, the permission to travel is from a different US immigration regulation. Canadian Passport required and must be valid for the period of intended stay. Canadian Passport exemptions only for nationals of Canada with a NEXUS card embarking in Canada or USA. For frequent travellers the NEXUS program is in place, allowing pre-approved, low-risk travellers to cross the Canada–United States border quickly. Most Canadian citizens are not required to provide biometric data on entry. |
| Uruguay | Visa not required | 3 months | Government of Canada advice |
| Uzbekistan | Visa not required | 30 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Vanuatu | Visa not required | 120 days | Government of Canada advice |
| Vatican City | Visa not required | 90 days | Open borders but de facto follows Italian visa policy. |
| Venezuela | eVisa | – | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Venezuela due to the significant level of violent crime, unstable political and economic situation and the decline in basic living conditions.
MoreIntroduction of Electronic Visa System for Tourist and Business Travelers. |
| Vietnam | eVisa | 90 days | 30 days visa-free when visiting Phú Quốc. e-Visa is valid for 90 days and multiple entry. Foreign nationals entering Vietnam must fill out a digital arrival card before entering.ℹ Also required 9 November 2026: Since 15 April 2026 travellers arriving at Ho Chi Minh City airport (SGN) are encouraged to complete a digital arrival card online before arrival. (UK FCDO)Government of Canada advice |
| Yemen | Visa required | – | The Canadian government advises its citizens not to visit Yemen (including the island of Socotra) due to the ongoing armed conflict, terrorist attacks and kidnapping.
MoreCanadians of Yemeni origins with a Yemeni identification document or a proof of Yemeni origins do not need a visa. Yemen introduced an e-Visa system for visitors who meet certain eligibility requirements (group travel of 10 or more people, business trips, and transit etc.). |
| Zambia | Visa not required | 90 days | Also eligible for a universal (KAZA) visa allowing access to Zimbabwe. Duration maximum stay of 90 days(tourism) and 30 days (business) within 1 year. e-Visas can be obtained before departure.Government of Canada advice |
| Zimbabwe | eVisa / Visa on Arrival | 1 month | Eligible for a universal (KAZA) visa allowing access to Zambia. The period of stay for a single-entry visa is one month.
MoreTraveling as tourists can obtain a KAZAUNIVISA on arrival at Harare (HRE) and Victoria Falls (VFA). The visa is also valid for entry into Zambia and allows multiple entries between the two countries. The combined stay must not exceed 30 days. Offering convenience for travelers exploring multiple countries within the KAZA TFCA. Eligible to obtain a visa allowing multiple entries upon arrival at the destination's port of entry, catering for frequent visitors. This visa is valid within a designated timeframe of six (6) months. |
Frequently asked questions
How many countries can Canadian passport holders visit without a visa?
Of the 194 destinations in this table, 106 need no visa, 13 issue a visa on arrival, 19 offer an eVisa or a visa on arrival, 34 require an eVisa applied for online, 10 require an online travel authorisation and 12 require a visa in advance (0 have other or special arrangements). The counts come from Wikipedia's table, last edited 8 November 2026, with aifly's corrections applied.
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for the United States?
For Canadian passport holders: Visa not required, allowed stay 6 months. ESTA exempt.
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Thailand?
For Canadian passport holders: Visa not required, allowed stay 30 days. Maximum 2 visits annually if not arriving by air. All foreign visitors must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card online, within 3 days before arrival (since 1 May 2025).
Sources and licence
Visa table: adapted from Wikipedia contributors, “Visa requirements for Canadian citizens”, revision 1384441379 (last edited 8 November 2026), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. aifly reformatted it, removed footnote markers, shortened long notes behind “More” and added the rows marked ✔, ℹ or ⚠ from the official sources linked in each row. The visa table on this page is available under the same licence, CC BY-SA 4.0.
See every passport on the visa requirements by passport page.