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Do Portuguese passport holders need a visa for Canada?

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eTA required. Portuguese passport holders need an eTA before flying to Canada for a short visit.

Portuguese passport holders do not need a visa for visits up to 6 months. If entering by air, they must obtain an eTA in advance. The eTA is linked electronically to the passport and is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. The passport must be valid until at least 1 day after the planned departure from Canada.

Source: Portal das Comunidades Portuguesas. Checked Oct 19, 2026See the source

Maximum stay: Up to 6 months; Short visits; do not overstay.
Pre-travel authorization: eTA required for air travel; Obtain it in advance; linked to the passport.
Passport validity: Until 1 day after departure

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