VisaBuddy / Canada passport / United States
🇨🇦 Do Canadian citizens need a visa for United States?
Good news: Canada citizens do not currently need a visa to visit United States. Typical allowed stay: 90 days.
No visa needed
Canada → United States
RequirementVisa not required
Allowed stay90 days
Details6 months ESTA exempt. Canadian passport holders do not have to get an ESTA.[414] 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. Canada is not a Visa Waiver Program country, the permission to travel is from a different US immigration regulation.[415][416] Canadian Passport required and must be valid for the period of intended stay.[413] Canadian Passport exemptions only for nationals of Canada with a NEXUS card embarking in Canada or USA.[413]For frequent travellers the NEXUS program is in place, allowing pre-appro
What to doYou can travel visa-free. Carry a valid passport (usually 6 months validity) and proof of onward travel.
Requirements
- No visa needed for short tourist/business stays.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
- Carry proof of onward/return travel and sufficient funds.
- An immigration officer still makes the final entry decision.
Source: Wikipedia (cites embassies / IATA Timatic)
Where else can Canada passport holders go?
🇹🇠Thailand🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇯🇵 Japan🇫🇷 France🇸🇬 Singapore🇲🇾 Malaysia🇹🇷 Turkey🇮🇩 Indonesia🇪🇸 Spain🇮🇹 Italy🇦🇺 Australia🇩🇪 Germany🇵🇹 Portugal🇬🇷 Greece🇻🇳 Vietnam🇶🇦 Qatar🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
All destinations for Canada passport holders
Visiting United States from other countries
🇮🇳 India🇬🇧 United Kingdom🇳🇬 Nigeria🇵🇠Philippines🇵🇰 Pakistan🇨🇳 China🇧🇷 Brazil🇩🇪 Germany🇫🇷 France🇦🇺 Australia
Visa information is indicative. Always confirm with the official embassy before you travel.