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Canada eTA for families and children

The short answer

Each traveller needs their own eTA. It costs CA$7 per person.

Checked against official sources on 3 October 2026.

Who needs one

Visa-exempt travellers flying to or through Canada, including Australian, New Zealand, British, German and Japanese passport holders. US citizens and US permanent residents don't need one.

Each traveller needs their own eTA.

Doing it for your whole group

The official source doesn't describe a group submission, so plan on doing one for each traveller. Have every passport in front of you before you start.

What you'll need for each person

  • Passport details
  • Payment card
  • An email address

Questions travellers ask

Do children need the Canada eTA?

Each traveller needs their own eTA.

Can one person do the Canada eTA for the whole family?

The official source doesn't describe a group submission, so plan on one for each traveller.

When should we do it?

Most applications are approved within minutes. Apply before you book your flight.

What does it cost?

CA$7 per person, paid on the official site.

Official sources

Last checked 3 October 2026. Rules can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official site before you travel. WayReady is not a government agency.