🇨🇦 Canada passport 🇺🇸 United States
No visa needed
- Stay up to 180 days
- No visa fee
No — Canada passport holders do not need a visa for short tourist stays in United States. You can enter visa-free.
Source: the open Passport Index dataset, with corrections checked against official government sites. How we source this · Report an error
Before you board for United States
Beyond the visa itself, these are what travellers most often get turned away for:
- Passport validityValid for duration of stay (some nationalities need 6 months)
- Onward or return ticket RequiredOnward/return ticket required; no stated intention to immigrate
- Proof of funds RequiredOfficers may ask for bank statements or cash proof at border
- Travel insurance RecommendedUS healthcare is very expensive — insurance strongly advised
- COVID-19 Recommended
- Routine vaccines Recommended
- ESTA must be approved before boarding — apply at least 72 hours in advance
- Visa Waiver Program allows up to 90 days; cannot be extended
- Declare all food, plant material, and goods over USD 800 on arrival
Requirements can vary by nationality and change without notice — confirm with the official sources before you travel.
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Entering United States
What this usually involves for visa-free entry — not a checklist researched for Canada passport holders specifically. The official page has the exact list.
What you'll typically need 4 items
- Passport meeting the destination's validity rule — commonly six months beyond arrival, but the Schengen area requires three months beyond departure and some countries only require it to cover your stay
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Travel itinerary
Steps 3 steps
- Arrive at the destination country
- Present your passport at immigration
- Receive entry stamp — no prior visa needed
About United States
From the Grand Canyon to New York City — boundless landscapes, cultures, and the American Dream
- Capital
- Washington, D.C.
- Currency
- US Dollar ($)
- Language
- English
- Time zone
- Multiple (EST to HST)
- Best time to visit
- Year-round (varies by region)
Official sources
Always confirm with United States's own government before you travel:
- United States official visa information ↗ travel.state.gov
- United States embassies & consulates ↗ usembassy.gov
Common questions
Do Canada citizens need a visa to visit United States?
No — Canada passport holders do not need a visa for short tourist stays in United States. You can enter visa-free.
How long can Canada passport holders stay in United States?
Up to 180 days.
How much does a United States visa cost for Canada citizens?
No visa fee. Fees change — confirm on the official page before applying.
How long must my passport be valid to enter United States?
Valid for duration of stay (some nationalities need 6 months)
Does United States give visas to Canada citizens?
United States does not require a visa from Canada citizens for short stays (up to 180 days).
Where can Canada citizens find official United States visa information?
On United States's official site: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas.html