Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Canada?

Swiss citizens can visit Canada for a short duration without needing a visa, as Switzerland is among the countries whose nationals are exempt from Canadian visa requirements.

Swiss citizens coming to Canada for leisure, business, or transit must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) instead of a visa. A Canada ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is an electronic travel authorization that allows Swiss citizens to enter Canada for short-term stays. It is an automated system that determines travelers' eligibility before they board their flights to Canada.

The ETA is required for travelers who are visa-exempt and plan to enter Canada by air. It is not a visa itself but rather an additional authorization that complements the visa-exemption status. The ETA is linked electronically to the traveler's passport and is valid for multiple entries within its validity period.

Swiss nationals must fill out an online application form to apply for a Canada eTA. The procedure typically entails providing personal information and passport details and answering questions about travel history and security. A fee is also required at the time of application.

The eTA is electronically connected to the traveler's passport and usually is valid for multiple entries into Canada for the duration of its validity term, which is usually up to 5 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. Whatever happens first. A trip to Canada might take up to six months.

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