United Kingdom to Canada: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇬🇧 United Kingdom → 🇨🇦 Canada
e-Visa

Apply for an e-Visa before travel via the official portal.

Travelling from United Kingdom to Canada requires an e-Visa obtained online before departure. Processing usually takes 1–5 business days — apply at least 2 weeks before travel. Cost of living in Canada is about 6% lower than in United Kingdom (index 66 vs 72, NYC=100) — making it an attractive destination for longer stays.

United Kingdom Passport Strength

115 Visa-free
32 Visa on arrival
33 e-Visa
19 Visa required

Entry Details — Canada

Entry type
e-Visa
An electronic visa must be obtained online before travel.
Maximum stay
Stated on e-Visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Canada
66.4
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Canada
33%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,660/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other North America Destinations — United Kingdom Passport

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Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Canada is approximately 6% cheaper than United Kingdom (index 66 vs 72, NYC=100). This makes it attractive for expats and digital nomads seeking value.
Canada cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Canada — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

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

United Kingdom passport holders currently have e-Visa access to Canada. An electronic visa must be obtained online before travel.

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

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the Canada embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Canada?+

Pas de nomad visa. IEC Working Holiday pour <35 ans, Start-Up Visa pour entrepreneurs. IEC Working Holiday — Frais : CAD 256. Durée : 1–2 ans. Moins de 35 ans pour la plupart des pays. Travail toutes activités autorisé. Start-Up Visa (SUV) — Frais : CAD 1 625. Durée : PR-track. Business plan approuvé par incubateur/VC canadien désigné. Délai 12–36 mois. Express Entry — Score CRS minimum ~480 points (2024). Délai 6–12 mois pour résidence permanente si invité.

What is the cost of living in Canada?+

The cost of living index for Canada is 66.4 (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 Canada.

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

A valid United Kingdom passport is the minimum requirement. An e-Visa must be applied for online before departure.

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.