Canada Visa Information for Dallas TX Travelers
Planning a trip to Canada from Dallas or anywhere in the DFW area? US citizens do not need a visa to visit Canada for tourism or business for stays of up to 6 months. Canada is the United States’ closest neighbor and one of the most popular destinations for DFW travelers, offering Niagara Falls, the Rocky Mountains, vibrant cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal, and vast wilderness experiences. However US citizens traveling to Canada by air must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization known as eTA before boarding their flight. Travel by land or sea from the US does not require an eTA. AA Passport & Visa in Richardson TX helps ensure your passport is valid for your Canada trip. Open 7 days a week. Walk-ins welcome. Call 972-231-1600.
There is no visa required for U.S. citizens traveling for business or tourist purposes for a maximum stay of 90 days. A valid US passport is required.
For Official or Diplomatic Travel – No Visa Required for stay up to three months unless on assignment. U.S. Passport must be valid 3 months beyond intended stay.
Work Permit Required if performing technical work or training, or if providing professional services. Also required for performers/entertainers.
For citizens that do require visa to enter Canada, please click here for the visa requirements and forms.
For further questions, call us at 972-231-1600 or email at info@aapassports.com
Register your trip on-line with the U.S. Embassy in this country. Millions of Americans travel abroad every year and encounter no difficulties. However, U.S. embassies and consulates assist nearly 200,000 Americans each year who are victims of crime, accident, or illness, or whose family and friends need to contact them in an emergency. When an emergency happens, or if natural disaster, terrorism, or civil unrest strikes during your foreign travel, the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate can be your source of assistance and information. By registering your trip, you help the embassy or consulate locate you when you might need them the most. Registration is voluntary and costs nothing, but it should be a big part of your travel planning and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do US citizens need a visa to visit Canada?
No. US citizens do not need a visa to visit Canada for tourism or business for stays of up to 6 months. However US citizens flying to Canada must obtain a Canadian Electronic Travel Authorization called an eTA before boarding their flight. The eTA costs $7 CAD and is applied for online at canada.ca/eta. It is electronically linked to your passport and is typically approved within minutes. Travel to Canada by car, bus, or train from the US does not require an eTA. AA Passport & Visa helps ensure your passport is valid. Call 972-231-1600.
What is the Canadian eTA and do I need one?
The Canadian Electronic Travel Authorization is a mandatory entry requirement for US citizens flying into Canada. It is not a visa but an electronic authorization linked to your passport. You apply online at canada.ca/eta, pay $7 CAD, and typically receive approval within minutes. The eTA is valid for 5 years or until your passport expires whichever comes first. You do not need an eTA if you are driving, taking a bus, or traveling by train from the US to Canada. AA Passport & Visa advises all air travelers to Canada to get their eTA before booking flights.
What documents do US citizens need to enter Canada?
US citizens need a valid US passport for air travel to Canada. For land and sea border crossings a passport is strongly recommended though some other WHTI-compliant documents may be accepted. Your passport should ideally have at least 6 months validity beyond your planned return date. Air travelers also need a valid eTA linked to their passport. AA Passport & Visa in Richardson TX can help with expedited passport renewal before your Canada trip. Walk in any day or call 972-231-1600.
Can I drive from Dallas to Canada without a visa?
Yes. US citizens can drive from Dallas to Canada without a visa. You will need a valid US passport at the land border crossing. A passport card is also accepted at land and sea borders but not for air travel. No eTA is required for land border crossings. The most common land border crossings for DFW travelers heading to Canada are through Michigan or New York state. AA Passport & Visa can help renew your passport before your road trip to Canada. Call 972-231-1600.
Can non-US citizens get a Canada visa from Dallas TX?
Yes. If you hold a passport from a country that requires a visa to enter Canada, AA Passport & Visa in Richardson TX can help with your Canadian visitor visa application. A Canadian visitor visa also known as a Temporary Resident Visa requires a completed application, passport photos, financial proof, and supporting documents. Call 972-231-1600 with your passport nationality and travel dates and we will advise you on exactly what is needed for your Canada trip from Dallas.