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Do You Need a Visa?

There is no special World Cup visa. You enter Canada as a tourist.

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Visitor Visa (TRV)
Africa, South Asia, Middle East โ€” 2 weeks to 6 months processing

Valid passport, application form, photos, proof of finances, biometrics. Fee ~CAD $100.

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eTA
UK, EU, Australia, Japan, Brazil โ€” minutes to days

Online application, just CAD $7, linked to passport, valid 5 years.

US
No Visa Required
US citizens, Canadian permanent residents

Valid passport or PR card only. No application needed.

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eTA

Minutes to 72 hours

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Visitor Visa

2 weeks to 6 months

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Biometrics

Book ASAP โ€” slots fill fast

โฐ Don't Wait โ€” Visa Processing Backlogs Expected

With 48 nations competing, Canadian visa offices will face record demand. TRV applicants should apply at least 4 months before June 2026 to avoid missing the tournament.

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