Itinerary with a connection
Canada eVisa (eTA): rules for Monegasque travellers
From Monaco, most routes to Canada connect through a major European hub. The eTA is required when boarding the flight to Canada.
- Nationality
- Monegasque
- eTA
- Required for air travel
- Official IRCC fee
- CA$7
- Flying time to Canada
- About 8 hr 30 min to Montreal nonstop, 10 to 12 hr with one stop
- Time difference
- Montreal and Toronto are 6 hr behind, Vancouver 9 hr behind
- Currency at departure
- EUR (€)
From Monaco
What to check before departure
Your flights to Canada
Departures from Nice Côte d’Azur, about thirty minutes away: seasonal nonstop flights to Montreal, or connections via Paris and the main European hubs.
Schedules and routes from Monaco can change. Check the full itinerary with the airline, including the formalities of every connecting country.
- Departure airports
- Nice Côte d’Azur
- Airlines flying to Canada
- Air Transat · Air Canada · Air France
High season: July, August and the Christmas holidays. Book early during these busy periods.
Your passport
A valid Monegasque passport. The eTA is electronically linked to it: if you get a new passport, you must apply for a new eTA.
Health
No vaccination certificate is required to enter Canada from Monaco. Travel insurance is still strongly recommended: healthcare is expensive for visitors.
Point to watch
If you also hold another nationality, apply for the eTA with the passport you will show when boarding.
One eTA, whatever the route
A connection changes nothing: a valid eTA is all you need to board for Canada, whether the flight is nonstop or not.
Check the connecting country’s rules
Depending on where you change planes, other formalities may apply. Check with your airline before booking.
Good to know
Travelling to Canada from Monaco
Trip idea from Monaco
From the Riviera, seasonal flights to Montreal make it easy to explore Quebec in summer, then head to the Maritime provinces: Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island offer a very different Atlantic coast of lighthouses, fishing villages and fresh lobster.
Combining with the United States
Many travellers combine Canada and the United States. Monegasque citizens can generally enter the US with an ESTA, applied for separately. Crossing between Canada and the US by road or train does not require an eTA, but flying back into Canada does.
Electricity
Canada uses type A and B sockets at 120 V. Bring an adapter for European plugs; most phone and laptop chargers accept both voltages, but check hair dryers and heating appliances.
Language
French is an official language of Canada and the majority language in Quebec: in Montreal and Quebec City, you will be served in French. Elsewhere English dominates, but federal services are bilingual.
To prepare
The application of a Monegasque national
A passport from a visa-exempt country
The eTA is electronically linked to this passport. It must be valid, and it is the passport you will show when boarding.
A valid email address
The answer and any request for additional documents arrive by email. Check the spelling and keep an eye on your spam folder.
Your personal details
Names, date and place of birth, nationality, address and phone number, as shown on your documents.
A payment card
Payment is made online by card, securely.
Frequently asked questions
What Monegasque travellers often ask us
Do Monegasque travellers need an eTA for Canada?
Yes, for air travel. Monegasque nationals are visa-exempt but must obtain an eTA before boarding a flight to or through Canada. By land or sea, it is generally not required.
How long is the flight from Monaco?
About 8 hr 30 min to Montreal nonstop, 10 to 12 hr with one stop. Departures from Nice Côte d’Azur, about thirty minutes away: seasonal nonstop flights to Montreal, or connections via Paris and the main European hubs.
Which airlines fly from Monaco to Canada?
From Nice Côte d’Azur, flights to Canada are operated by airlines including Air Transat, Air Canada and Air France. Routes change, so check the full itinerary with the airline.
Do I need a vaccination to enter Canada from Monaco?
No vaccination certificate is required to enter Canada from Monaco. Travel insurance is still strongly recommended: healthcare is expensive for visitors.
What should I watch out for during the connection?
If you also hold another nationality, apply for the eTA with the passport you will show when boarding.
What is the time difference between Monaco and Canada?
Montreal and Toronto are 6 hr behind, Vancouver 9 hr behind. Canada spans six time zones: check the one for your arrival city.
When are seats hardest to find from Monaco?
Busiest period for departures from Monaco: July, August and the Christmas holidays. Apply for the eTA as soon as the trip is decided, even before booking.
Which passport do I need to apply for the eTA?
A valid Monegasque passport. The eTA is electronically linked to it: if you get a new passport, you must apply for a new eTA.
What to see in Canada when travelling from Monaco?
From the Riviera, seasonal flights to Montreal make it easy to explore Quebec in summer, then head to the Maritime provinces: Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island offer a very different Atlantic coast of lighthouses, fishing villages and fresh lobster.
Can I combine Canada and the United States from Monaco?
Many travellers combine Canada and the United States. Monegasque citizens can generally enter the US with an ESTA, applied for separately. Crossing between Canada and the US by road or train does not require an eTA, but flying back into Canada does.
Do I need a plug adapter for Canada?
Canada uses type A and B sockets at 120 V. Bring an adapter for European plugs; most phone and laptop chargers accept both voltages, but check hair dryers and heating appliances.
What language is spoken in Canada?
French is an official language of Canada and the majority language in Quebec: in Montreal and Quebec City, you will be served in French. Elsewhere English dominates, but federal services are bilingual.
Go further
Guides to plan your trip
- Trip planning
When to visit Canada, season by season
Summer, autumn colours, snowy winter: a calendar for choosing the best time for your trip.
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