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Canada Visa Requirements for Czech Republic Citizens

eTA Required

Entry Requirements Summary

Czech Republic citizens are visa-exempt but must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA, $7 CAD) when flying to Canada. No eTA is required for travel by land or sea.

Czech citizens are visa-exempt but need an eTA when flying to Canada.

Requirements summarized from IRCC's official lists. Data last reviewed: . Criminal admissibility is governed by IRPA s.36.

Documents Required

  • Valid Czech passport
  • eTA (if flying)
  • Proof of funds
  • Return or onward ticket

Processing Time & Application

Estimated processing time: eTA: usually approved in minutes; can take several days if documents are requested

Apply at IRCC

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Processing times from Czech Republic

IRCC publishes processing times by the country you apply from. These are its published figures for applications made from Czech Republic.

Visitor visa (outside Canada)44 days
Study permit1 week

IRCC bases these figures on how long most complete applications recently took. Your own application can take longer.

IRCC figures last updated June 10, 2026. Check the official IRCC tool

Pathways from Czech Republic

A visitor visa or eTA covers a short trip. If you are thinking about studying, working, or staying permanently, the route depends on your own age, education, language scores and work history rather than on your nationality. Start with the tools below to see which programs fit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Czech Republic citizens need a visa to visit Canada?
No visa is required, but Czech Republic citizens need an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization, $7 CAD) when flying to Canada.
How long can Czech Republic citizens stay in Canada as visitors?
Visitors are typically allowed to stay up to 6 months. The exact length is determined by a CBSA officer when you arrive.
What documents do Czech Republic citizens need to enter Canada?
Valid Czech passport, eTA (if flying), Proof of funds, Return or onward ticket
How long does a visitor visa from Czech Republic take?
IRCC's published processing time for a visitor visa application made from Czech Republic is 44 days, as of June 10, 2026. It applies to complete applications, and your own case can take longer. Check IRCC's processing-times tool for the current figure before you apply.