Canada to United States: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇨🇦 Canada → 🇺🇸 United States
Visa Free

Up to 180 days without a visa.

Canada citizens can enter United States without a visa for up to 180 days. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Both countries have a comparable cost of living (index ~72, NYC=100).

Canada Passport Strength

113 Visa-free
34 Visa on arrival
34 e-Visa
18 Visa required

Entry Details — United States

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
180 days
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — United States
71.8
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — United States
37%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,795/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other North America Destinations — Canada Passport

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Cost of Living & Tax Overview

United States is approximately 5% more expensive than Canada (index 72 vs 66, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Full comparison: Canada vs United States →
Tax rates in United States — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Canada citizens need a visa to visit United States?+

Canada passport holders currently have Visa Free access to United States. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can Canada passport holders stay in United States?+

The authorised stay for Canada citizens in United States is 180 days per entry under current rules. Extensions may be available — check with local immigration authorities on arrival.

Is there a digital nomad visa for United States?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in United States?+

The cost of living index for United States is 71.8 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for United States.

What documents are required for Canada citizens to enter United States?+

A valid Canada passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.