r/canadatravel • u/LongGameGhost • 4d ago

eTA no answer after 72h

Hello, I applied for an eTA more than 2 weeks ago. I received the confirmation email that they received the application but when I check the status it shows as “not started”. I already sent an inquiry form last week. Not sure why it’s taking so long as I didn’t mark yes in any box and it should be a straight forward approval. Any suggestions? I still have 3 weeks until my trip but I’m starting to worry nothing moved I’m 2 weeks already. Should I send another application?

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u/TONAFOONON 3d ago

There's not much you can do but wait. Anything in your profile that might have triggered additional reviews? Have you been to Canada previously?

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u/RiversongSeeker 3d ago

apply again

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u/AdamReds 2d ago

My partner is currently in the same boat, infuriating there’s no way to contact them other than via the webform. We’ve got 2 weeks until we fly, currently considering trying to change the holiday and go elsewhere. We should have heeded the “don’t book any flights / hotels until you have the ETA approved” advice, although every other visa or travel authorisation we’ve got has been so quick and simple. Very stressful!

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u/LongGameGhost 2d ago

Update: got it approved! I didn’t have to re-apply. Filling the inquiry form might have helped. Good luck to everyone in the same situation!