Morocco Fans: Visa or eTA for the 2026 World Cup in Canada?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming, and many Moroccan football fans are already dreaming of cheering on the Atlas Lions in Canada. Before you book flights to Toronto or Vancouver, you'll need to know Canada's entry rules: specifically, whether you need a visitor visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). This guide lays out what Moroccan supporters need to know to plan their trip to Canada.

Do Moroccan citizens need a visa or an eTA to enter Canada?

Most Moroccan citizens need a visitor visa, also called a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), to enter Canada. Canada maintains a list of visa-exempt countries whose citizens only need an eTA if they're flying in. Morocco is not currently on this list.

That said, immigration rules can have exceptions. The best way to confirm your specific requirement is to use the official "Find out if you need a visa" tool on the Government of Canada's website. This tool will ask a few questions about your nationality, travel document, and how you plan to enter Canada, then give you a definitive answer. For instance, some people with a valid U.S. non-immigrant visa or a Canadian visitor visa from the last 10 years might qualify for an eTA instead of a full visa — if they are flying to Canada. If you arrive by land or sea, an eTA isn't needed, but you'll still need a valid visa if your nationality