Canadian visa for British citizens
A visa is NOT required for British passport holders visiting Canada for a short-term stay: 6 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For British citizens to enter Canada for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 6 months |
| Evisa | Canada e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Canada visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
Canada tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Canada.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Canada.
If you are looking for Canada visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Canada nearest your place of residence.
- London: The High Commission of Canada in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Open now. Close in 49 minutes)
- Wales: The Consulate General of Canada in Wales, United Kingdom (Working hours: Open now. Close in 49 minutes)
- Belfast: The Consulate General of Canada in Belfast, United Kingdom (Working hours: Open now. Close in 49 minutes)
- Edinburgh: The Consular office of Canada in Edinburgh, United Kingdom (Working hours: Open now. Close in 49 minutes)
Canada visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Canada diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to Canada from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 747,945 | N/A |
| 2009 | 762,611 | 1.96% |
| 2010 | 703,948 | -7.69% |
| 2011 | 696,616 | -1.04% |
| 2012 | 740,612 | 6.32% |
| 2013 | 725,947 | -1.98% |
| 2014 | 711,281 | -2.02% |
| 2015 | 733,280 | 3.09% |
| 2016 | 747,945 | 2.00% |
| 2017 | 762,611 | 1.96% |
| 2018 | 725,947 | -4.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Canada & United Kingdom comparison
Canada's area is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 37.59 times smaller than Canada.
As of October 2025, Canada's population is ~39.4 million people - 30,263,311 fewer people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted Canada & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Canada | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 39,421,679 | 69,684,990 | 30.3 million fewer people live in Canada than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 144 | 222 | Canada has 78 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 129 | 139 | Canada passport holders visit 10 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 469 | 348 | Canadian hosts 121 more foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to Canada in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting Canada in 2018 was approximately 725,947.
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