Americas

Do I Need a Visa for Vancouver?

Visa requirements for Vancouver, Canada vary by passport. Below you'll find entry requirements for 15 passport countries including stay duration and important notes.

Visa Status Summary

2 Visa Free8 e-Visa Required5 Visa Required

Requirements by Passport

🇺🇸

United States

Visa Free

Duration: 180 days

No visa needed for US citizens

🇨🇦

Canada

Visa Free

Duration: Unlimited

Domestic travel — no visa needed

🇬🇧

United Kingdom

e-Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

eTA required — apply online before travel

🇦🇺

Australia

e-Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

eTA required — apply online before travel

🇪🇺

EU / Schengen

e-Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

eTA required — apply online before travel

🇯🇵

Japan

e-Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

eTA required — apply online before travel

🇰🇷

South Korea

e-Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

eTA required — apply online before travel

🇳🇿

New Zealand

e-Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

eTA required — apply online before travel

🇸🇬

Singapore

e-Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

eTA required — apply online before travel

🇦🇪

UAE

e-Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

eTA required — apply online before travel

🇮🇳

India

Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

Visitor visa required — apply at Canadian embassy

🇨🇳

China

Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

Visitor visa required — apply at Canadian embassy

🇧🇷

Brazil

Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

Visitor visa required — apply at Canadian embassy

🇲🇽

Mexico

Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

Visitor visa required — apply at Canadian embassy

🇿🇦

South Africa

Visa Required

Duration: 180 days

Visitor visa required — apply at Canadian embassy

Important Information

Visa requirements can change without notice. Always verify current entry requirements with the official embassy or consulate of Vancouver before traveling. The information above is for general guidance only.

Some countries may require additional documents such as proof of onward travel, sufficient funds, or travel insurance even for visa-free entry. Check airline requirements as they may differ from immigration rules.

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