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Do French passport holders need a visa for Canada?

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eTA required. French passport holders need an eTA to visit Canada.

For tourist or business stays of less than 6 months, French nationals do not need a visa but must request an eTA sufficiently in advance. Apply on the official Government of Canada website. The eTA is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. The passport must be valid for the entire stay; a 6-month validity period at arrival is not required. The eTA does not authorize work or study.

Source: France Diplomatie. Checked Oct 19, 2026See the source

Maximum stay: Less than 6 months; For tourism or business
Pre-travel authorization: eTA required; Request sufficiently in advance on the official Government of Canada website
Passport validity: Valid for the entire stay; No 6-month validity requirement at arrival

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