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Canada says Canadian tourists are visa-exempt for up to six weeks. Your regular passport should be valid for 3 months after your departure date. Officials may ask for proof of onward travel, accommodation and funds. Canada mentions business visits too, but this page covers tourism only — for business, check official requirements.

Key facts

For Canadian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• Timing is worded differently by each source: Canada says within 3 days before arrival; the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority says submission opens up to 3 days before travel and can also be done on arrival. This is a window, not a minimum lead time — completing it before you leave, within that window, is the safest option.
• Onward ticket, accommodation details and proof of funds may be requested.
• Canada also mentions business visits; this page has not checked whether the same six-week stay applies, so confirm business entry with official sources.
• Stays beyond six weeks need an extension from Saint Lucia's immigration authorities.
• Entry is always at the immigration officer's discretion.

Before you travel

• ✓Check your regular Canadian passport is valid for 3 months after your planned departure from Saint Lucia.
• ✓Complete the free electronic immigration form at https://travelslu.govt.lc within the 3 days before you travel (one form can cover your family or group).
• ✓Have proof of onward travel, accommodation and funds ready in case you're asked.
• ✓Keep your trip to six weeks or less, or arrange an extension.
• ✓Check Government of Canada travel advice before you go.

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