Canada has also expanded its Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) program to more countries, aiming to simplify the entry process for short-term visits.
The newly added visa-free countries include Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Costa Rica, Morocco, Panama, the Philippines, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay.
This move is being described as a positive development, particularly in terms of diplomatic relations with Caribbean nations, as five countries from the region are included in the new list.
Eligible travelers will be allowed to stay in Canada for up to six months without obtaining a separate visa. The Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is a digital entry permit that is mandatory for citizens of visa-free countries.
The Canadian government states that the policy is designed to boost tourism, strengthen international connections, and make Canada more appealing to global travelers.