Visa requirements

Do German citizens need a visa for Canada?

Travel authorisation (eTA) required
eTA required · 6 months

German citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Canada for up to 6 months. It's not a full visa — you apply online in minutes.

Max stay
6 months
Fee
CAD $7
Processing
Minutes
What you need
  • Valid passport
  • Email address
  • Credit card for CAD $7
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Visa rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements on Canada's own government visa authority before you book.

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German visa requirements elsewhere
German → Japan German → Thailand German → France German → Italy German → Spain German → Turkey German → Indonesia German → Mexico German → Portugal German → Greece
Who needs a visa for Canada?
American citizens Canadian citizens British citizens Australian citizens Indian citizens French citizens Filipino citizens Chinese citizens Brazilian citizens Nigerian citizens

Visa rules change frequently and this page is a guide, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements with the official Canada embassy or consulate before booking travel. Our visa data is reviewed quarterly: last reviewed July 2026, next review September 2026.