Canada Visa for Canadian Citizens 2026
| Key Facts — Canada for Canadian Citizens | |
|---|---|
| Visa Required | Visa-Free |
| Max Stay | N/A (Canadian residents) |
| Visa Fee | None |
| Processing Time | N/A |
| Apply At | N/A — Canadian citizens reside in Canada |
Canadian Citizens and Canadian Entry — No Visa Required
As a Canadian citizen, you have an absolute right to enter Canada. No visa, eTA, or other travel authorisation is needed. You simply present your valid Canadian passport at the port of entry when returning from abroad.
Returning to Canada from Abroad
Canadian citizens arriving by air must present a valid Canadian passport. At land and sea crossings, other documents such as a Canadian passport card or enhanced driver's licence may also be accepted under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) for entry from the US.
Living and Working in Canada as a Canadian Citizen
Canadian citizens have unrestricted rights to live, work, and study anywhere in Canada. If you are applying for Canadian citizenship through naturalisation, visit IRCC (canada.ca/ircc).
Travelling to Other Countries from Canada
The Canadian passport provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 180 countries. See our Canadian passport visa-free countries guide for a full list of destinations.
Last updated: March 2026. Always verify current requirements at IRCC — canada.ca before travel.