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Pre-Travel Clearance

Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

An online, passport-linked permission that lets eligible travellers fly without a paper visa. De-Genesis confirms whether you need an eTA, an e-visa, or a full visa β€” and applies a transparent service fee so you know exactly what you pay.

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Quick eTA Insights

What an Electronic Travel Authorization Really Is

An electronic travel authorization is a digital pre-screening clearance, not a visa. Here is what every traveller should understand before applying.

An eTA Is Not a Visa

It is permission to travel to a port of entry, not a guarantee of admission.

A Border Officer Decides

Immigration officers confirm whether you are admissible on arrival.

Eligibility Follows Your Passport

Your nationality determines whether you can use an eTA at all.

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Our Services

eTA & e-Visa Services with Transparent Fees

We handle the official application on your behalf and apply a clear, upfront service fee on top of the government fee. No hidden charges β€” you see the official fee, our fee, and your total before you commit.

  • eTA applications (UK, Canada, US ESTA, Sri Lanka)
  • e-Visa applications for supported destinations
  • Eligibility check before you pay any non-refundable fee
  • Guidance to official portals only β€” no copycat sites
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Current Service Fees

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UK ETA

United Kingdom

ProcessingUp to 3 working days
Validity2 years / passport expiry
Stay / visitUp to 6 months
Official fee$26.50
Our service fee$25.00
Total$51.50
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Sri Lanka ETA

Sri Lanka

ProcessingMinutes to hours
ValidityUp to 6 months
Stay / visit30-day short visit
Official fee$50.00
Our service fee$20.00
Total$70.00
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Canada eTA

Canada

ProcessingOften within minutes
ValidityUp to 5 years / passport expiry
Stay / visitUp to 6 months
Official fee$5.10
Our service fee$25.00
Total$30.10
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Bahrain e-Visa

Bahrain

Processing3-5 working days
Validity30 days
Stay / visitUp to 14 days
Official fee$29.00
Our service fee$35.00
Total$64.00
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eTA Systems

Which Countries Require an eTA?

Each system has its own eligibility list, fee, and validity. Here are the eTA programs travellers ask about most.

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§Visa-exempt only

UK ETA

FeeΒ£20
Validity2 years / passport expiry
Stay / visitUp to 6 months
ProcessingUp to 3 working days

For visa-exempt nationals only. Travellers from countries requiring a visa still need a UK Standard Visitor visa.

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Visa-exempt only

Canada eTA

FeeCAD $7
ValidityUp to 5 years / passport expiry
Stay / visitUp to 6 months
ProcessingOften within minutes

Linked to your passport. Most travellers who need a visa still require a visitor visa rather than an eTA.

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈVisa-exempt only

US ESTA

FeeUS $40.27
Validity2 years / passport expiry
Stay / visitUp to 90 days
ProcessingOften within minutes

Run by CBP for Visa Waiver Program countries only. Non-eligible nationalities need a B1/B2 visa instead.

πŸ‡±πŸ‡°Open to many

Sri Lanka ETA

FeeFree–US $50
ValidityUp to 6 months
Stay / visit30-day short visit
ProcessingMinutes to hours

Open to many passport holders. Apply online before travel; an ETA holder receives a short-visit visa at the port of entry.

SystemFeeValidityStay / VisitProcessing
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UK ETAΒ£202 years / passport expiryUp to 6 monthsUp to 3 working days
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada eTACAD $7Up to 5 years / passport expiryUp to 6 monthsOften within minutes
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ US ESTAUS $40.272 years / passport expiryUp to 90 daysOften within minutes
πŸ‡±πŸ‡° Sri Lanka ETAFree–US $50Up to 6 months30-day short visitMinutes to hours

Fees and rules change often β€” always verify on the official portal before you pay.

What You Need

Documents Required for an eTA

Core Requirements Mandatory

  • Valid passport with sufficient remaining validity
  • A working email address to receive the approval
  • A credit or debit card for the fee
  • A recent photograph (where required)
  • Personal and travel details, plus eligibility answers

Application Tips Recommended

  • Double-check every field against your passport before paying
  • Use only the official government portal, never a copycat site
  • Apply a few days early β€” some cases need manual review
  • Answer all eligibility questions honestly
  • Save the confirmation and reference number

Step-by-Step Process

How to Apply for an eTA

1

Confirm Eligibility

We verify whether your nationality can use an ETA or whether you need a full visa instead.

2

Open the Official Portal

We guide you to the correct government portal only β€” never a third-party copycat site.

3

Complete the Form

We help you fill in every field accurately, matching your passport details exactly.

4

Pay the Fee

Submit the official fee. Note: fees are usually non-refundable, even if refused.

5

Submit & Save

Submit, wait for approval, and save your reference number for travel.

Why De-Genesis

Why Choose De-Genesis for Your eTA

Visa & eTA Experts

Years guiding travellers on eTAs, e-visas, and full visas worldwide.

Right-Route Guidance

We confirm whether you need an eTA, an e-visa, or a full visa so you never waste a non-refundable fee.

Official-Portal Safe

We guide you to official government portals only and protect you from copycat scam sites.

FAQs

Electronic Travel Authorization FAQs

Not Sure If You Need an eTA or a Visa?

Let De-Genesis confirm the right route for your passport and destination before you pay any non-refundable fee.

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