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China passport to Canada
The matrix records a prior visa for Chinese passports to Canada. Visitor visas (TRV) are filed online. eTA is for visa-exempt passports only. Snapshot 2026-10.
Short answer: China passport holders need a visa for Canada, applied for at an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travel.
Itinerary, funds and ties matter. Transit to the US often still needs a visa — confirm with the carrier before booking.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
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Key facts
- Canada lets 54 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — China is not one of them.
- China passports get “Visa required” at 84 of 198 destinations.
- In the other direction, Canada passports get “Visa required” in China.
Nearby passports travelling to Canada
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 1 blank visa page
- Photo spec50 × 70 mm
Flights, eSIM and insurance are third-party. Visatu does not take payment.
Flight corridor
Direct flights
ChinaCanada- Typical duration
- 10.8 hours
- From
- PEK · PVG · SHE
- To
- YVR · YYZ
Airlines Air Canada, Air China, Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines
Search live faresDuration is a great-circle estimate between main airports. Direct corridors come from the OpenFlights public snapshot — check the carrier or Google Flights for times and prices.
China
Country profile
Capital
Beijing
Population
1.41 billion
Area
9,596,960 km²
Currency
Chinese yuan CNY
Languages
Chinese
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Foreign-born
1.6 million · 2024
Migrant share
0.1%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Han Chinese91.1%
- ethnic minorities8.9%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Canada
Country profile
Capital
Ottawa
Population
41.5 million
Area
9,984,670 km²
Currency
Canadian dollar CAD
Languages
English, French
Time zone
UTC-08:00–UTC-03:30
Foreign-born
8.8 million · 2024
Migrant share
22.2%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Canadian15.6%
- English14.7%
- Scottish12.1%
- Irish12.1%
- French11%
- German8.1%
- Other19.4%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Travel notes
Plug
Type A / Type B
Mains
120 V · 60 Hz
Driving
Right
Emergency
Police 911 · Ambulance 911
Dialing code
+1
Airports
YYZ · YUL · YVR · YYC
Highlights
- Niagara Falls
- Banff
- Old Quebec
- Parliament Hill
- Bay of Fundy
China · Visa required
FAQ
Does a China passport need a visa for Canada?
The matrix records a prior visa for Chinese passports to Canada. Visitor visas (TRV) are filed online. eTA is for visa-exempt passports only.
How long can you stay?
No single stay length is recorded. Check Canada immigration or a mission.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Canada typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 1 blank visa page. Photo spec is often 50 × 70 mm. Confirm with a Canada mission.
What about a Canada passport entering China?
The reverse result is “Visa required”.
How do you apply for Canada as a visitor?
Visitor visa / eTA：Usually up to 6 months。Visa-exempt flyers get an eTA; others apply for a TRV in an IRCC account.