Canada eTA Requirements for Singaporean Citizens

No, according to the Canadian visa policy, citizens of Singapore do not require a visa to visit the country.

Instead, they must have a valid Canada eTA for Singaporeans.  This is much quicker and simpler to obtain than a visa — it is obtained online.

Once granted, the eTA is valid for 5 years. During this time, the Singaporean traveler can visit Canada as many times as they like visa-free.

Visa exemptions for Singapore citizens with a Canada eTA applies for trips for the following reasons:

• Tourism
• Business
• Leisure
• Visiting family members
• Transit through Canada

Citizens from Singapore who plan to relocate to Canada for longer periods for full-time employment or to pursue higher education should note that the Canadian eTA does not cover these activities. In this situation, schedule an appointment at the Canadian embassy in Singapore City to learn which travel document you need.

Singaporeans are eligible to apply for a Canada eTA. To successfully obtain your travel permit, you must follow the visa requirements for Singapore nationals.

Applicants from Singapore must have the following:

• Biometric Singapore passport
• Frequently-used email address
• Debit or credit card

The Canadian eTA is electronically linked to the holders’ passport. It is a unique permit that cannot be transferred to a second document. This is especially important for Singaporeans with dual nationality.

If for any reason, the traveler has had to replace their passport between the date they applied for the eTA and their arrival in Canada, they will have to apply for a new Canadian eTA.

All communications regarding your eTA application are sent by email. Therefore, you should register an email account you frequently use.

The Canada eTA application for Singaporeans consists of an online questionnaire that takes approximately 20 minutes to complete with the following personal  information:

• Full name
• Country of birth
• City of birth
• Gender
• Marital status
• Occupation
• Email address
• Medical history

Singaporean applicants will also have to submit the following passport details:

• Nationality
• Passport number
• Passport expiry date

It is essential to review all of your answers carefully since any typos or mismatches between your answers and the information published on your passport could lead to a delay in the evaluation process or even result in the application being denied.

Most Singaporean applicants will receive a resolution regarding their request within 24 hours. In many cases, Canada eTAs are processed and approved almost immediately. Occasionally, it may take up to 72 hours.

Once granted, Singaporean citizens can legally travel to Canada. It is advisable to submit  an application at least 3 full business days before the intended visit to account for busy touristic periods.

Once applicants from Singapore receive a notification email that their application has been approved, the eTA is electronically linked to the traveler’s passport.

One of the advantages of the Canadian eTA is that international travelers do not need to print out a copy before their arrival. They must simply submit their passports before boarding their flights and upon arrival at border controls for entry scans.

However, it is advisable to take a printed copy of the eTA confirmation to make doubly sure that you have proof of the travel authorization.