Does each family member need a separate eTA?
Yes. Every individual travelling to Canada by air requires their own Canada eTA, regardless of age. This includes infants and young children. An eTA cannot be shared or transferred between travellers — each one is linked to a specific passport. However, you can add multiple travellers to a single application session, which is more convenient and more cost-effective than applying separately.
Each eTA is tied to a single passport. If any family member renews their passport before travelling, they will need to apply for a new eTA.
How many people can I add to one application?
You can add up to 10 travellers in a single application session through our service. The first applicant costs £49 (which includes the CAD $7 government fee). Each additional traveller added to the same application costs £29 — saving you money compared to applying separately.
Family pricing example
Government fee (CAD $7 per person) is included in all prices. No hidden charges.
What does each traveller need?
For each person in your group, you will need the following information ready before you start the application:
Valid UK biometric passport
Each person's own passport — not shared
Passport number, nationality, and expiry date
Exactly as shown on the passport
Full name and date of birth
As shown on the passport
Email address
One email address per application session is fine for a group
Payment method
Debit or credit card for the combined total
Can I apply for children?
Yes. Children of any age travelling to Canada by air need a Canada eTA. For children under 16, a parent or guardian can complete the application on their behalf. You will need the child's own passport details — children cannot travel on a parent's passport. The same cost structure applies: £29 per child when added to the same application session as the first adult applicant.
Can I apply on behalf of an elderly relative?
Yes. You can apply for another person's eTA provided you have their passport details and their permission. You are responsible for ensuring that the information submitted is accurate. When prompted during the application, you can indicate that you are applying on behalf of another person. The eTA will still be linked to their individual passport, not yours.
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Frequently asked questions
Do babies need an eTA?
Yes. Every person travelling by air to Canada, including infants, needs their own eTA linked to their own passport. A baby cannot travel on a parent's eTA or passport.
What if someone in our group has a different nationality?
Only nationals of visa-exempt countries can use an eTA. If a group member holds a passport from a non-exempt country, they may need to apply for a Temporary Resident Visa instead. Check the IRCC website for the current list of visa-exempt countries.
Can we all travel on one eTA?
No. Each eTA is tied to one specific passport and one individual. Every person in your group needs their own separate eTA, even if you apply for all of them in the same session.
Pricing
£49 first applicant · £29 each additional traveller. Government fee included.
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