Apply for Your Canada CBSA Advance Declaration Online
Save time at the airport by completing your Canada customs and immigration declaration before you travel.
With VisaSyst, you can prepare your Canada CBSA Advance Declaration early, avoid last-minute stress, and get expert guidance to make sure everything is correctly declared.
- Prepare your declaration weeks before travel
- Get expert help with declaring goods
- Family and group submissions made easy
- Secure online payment
- Secure checkout
- Support in 15+ languages
- Verified reviews
VisaSyst is an independent service provider not affiliated with the Government of Canada. We provide expert assistance and automated submission for a private service fee.
Type
Entry Card
Required for
All travelers
Entry
Single
Passport Validity
6 months
What Is the Canada CBSA Advance Declaration?
The Canada CBSA Advance Declaration is an optional way to submit your customs and immigration information through ArriveCAN before flying into a participating Canadian airport.
You’ll need to give your travel document details, trip information, and answers about goods you’re bringing into Canada.
On arrival, scan the same travel document at an airport kiosk or eGate, then review and confirm your declaration. You can correct your answers before confirming.
Advance submission is optional. You can complete your declaration at the airport instead. It doesn't replace a required visa or eTA.
- VisaSyst Price
- from 89,99 USD
- Processing Time
- 1-2 days
- Application method
- Online
CBSA stands for the Canada Border Services Agency. It’s the local government agency responsible for:
- Border control
- Customs inspections
- Immigration enforcement at ports of entry
- Collecting duties and taxes on imported goods
The CBSA Advance Declaration provides a digital alternative to completing your customs and immigration declaration on arrival. You can submit your information in advance and confirm it at the airport kiosk or eGate.
Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation and reference number. When you arrive in Canada, scan your travel document at an airport kiosk or eGate to retrieve and confirm your declaration, helping speed up the arrival process.
Important: The CBSA Declaration isn’t related to your visa status. You must still hold a valid eTA or visa.
How to Submit Your CBSA Declaration with VisaSyst
We simplify the declaration process, so you can complete your CBSA in just a few minutes before your trip.
Step 1 – Complete our online form
Fill in your passport details, flight information, and any items you need to declare. Check our tooltips for all the details on what’s needed.
Step 2 – Secure payment & review
Pay our service fee to submit your application. Our specialists review your declaration to pick up any errors before processing.
Step 3 – Automatic submission
Your declaration is placed in our secure submission queue. Once the 72-hour government window opens, we automatically submit it on your behalf and send you the confirmation by email.
When you arrive in Canada, scan your travel document at an airport kiosk or eGate to retrieve and confirm your declaration. There's no need to present a QR code.
Extra Services for Canada CBSA
Embassy Registration
- POPULAR
Priority Service
Fee protection
Why Submit Your CBSA Declaration with VisaSyst?
The Canadian government allows travelers to complete their CBSA Advance Declaration online, but only within 72 hours before arrival in Canada.
VisaSyst lets you prepare your declaration earlier and guarantees that it’s submitted at the correct time automatically. We’re trusted by more than 7.000 travelers worldwide.
Apply early — We handle the 72-hour window
The official system only accepts submissions within 72 hours before your arrival in Canada.
With VisaSyst, you can complete your declaration up to 30 days before travel. Our system securely stores your details and automatically submits your declaration as soon as the government submission window opens.
An early application gives you peace of mind and means you don’t need to worry about remembering the deadline. Instead, just focus on your trip.
Expert guidance for declared items
Declaring goods incorrectly can lead to delays or penalties at the airport.
Our specialists review the information you provide, including cash amounts, alcohol, tobacco, and gifts. This helps make sure everything is entered correctly before submission, so you can be confident you’re complying with the rules.
We’ll also pick up small errors like typos to help avoid delays on arrival.
Multilingual support when you need it
Customs questions can sometimes be confusing, especially when you’re traveling internationally.
Our CBSA form is simplified to make it easy to complete, wherever you’re applying from. It contains built-in tooltips to give extra details on what’s required in each part of the form, including limits on restricted items.
If you need extra assistance, our friendly Customer Support team speaks more than 15 languages. We’ll help you understand the declaration requirements, so you can complete your form with confidence.
Add family members in one submission
Traveling with your family or in a large party? All adult passengers need their own CBSA document.
Children traveling with you can be added to the same CBSA declaration, along with their passport details and any goods they may be carrying.
VisaSyst allows you to include multiple travelers in one declaration process, making it easier to submit everything together instead of completing separate forms.
Need an eTA for Canada? It’s required for all visa-free visitors. Apply with VisaSyst in less than 10 minutes and get all the travel documents you need in one place.
Who Needs the CBSA Advance Declaration?
The CBSA Advance Declaration is designed for international travelers arriving in Canada by air.
The CBSA Advance Declaration service is available at the following airports:
Ontario
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
- Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
- Ottawa International Airport (YOW)
British Columbia
- Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Manitoba
- Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
Quebec
- Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
- Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB)
Alberta
- Calgary International Airport (YYC)
- Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Nova Scotia
- Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
When the CBSA Advance Declaration isn't available or necessary
Advance Declaration is an optional service for eligible air travelers. It isn't available or necessary if you:
- Entering by land (car, train, bus)
- Arriving by sea or cruise ship
- International-to-international transit without leaving the secure area
CBSA Requirements and Documents
To complete your CBSA Advance Declaration with VisaSyst, you need:
- Valid passport
- Your flight details and arrival airport
- Information about any goods you are declaring
- Email address
- Credit or debit card
Canadian customs rules require you to declare restricted goods like alcohol, tobacco, gifts, and cash amounts over $10,000 CAD. You’ll find more details in our form about the permitted limits and what to add to your declaration.
Providing accurate and complete information on your CBSA is essential. If you’re unsure about the requirements, please contact us.
Processing Times and Pricing
The official Canadian government fee for the CBSA declaration is $0 USD. VisaSyst charges a service fee for preparing, reviewing, and submitting your declaration at the correct time.
All applications made with us are reviewed by our team and processed within the official 72-hour window before your arrival in Canada, as established by Canadian authorities.
Priority Processing
If you have left your application to the last minute and need your CBSA urgently, select our Priority Processing option at checkout. We’ll process your declaration within 1 hour. It’s the fastest way to get your submission confirmation and reference number.
Our price breakdown
With VisaSyst, the total price of your CBSA application includes our service fee. This covers:
- Expert review of your declaration
- Automated submission within the government time window
- Customer support throughout the process
There are no government fees for the CBSA, so there are no additional payments to make.
We prioritize transparency when it comes to our fees, so you know exactly what you’re paying for. Your final cost breakdown is displayed clearly at checkout.
FAQs About the CBSA Advance Declaration
Does the CBSA declaration replace my eTA?
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No. The CBSA Advance Declaration does not replace your eTA or visa. To board your flight to Canada, you need a visa or an eTA if you’re from a visa-exempt country. Only United States citizens and permanent residents can enter without an eTA or visa.
Do I need to print the declaration?
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No. When you arrive in Canada, scan your travel document at an airport kiosk or eGate to retrieve and confirm your declaration. We recommend saving your confirmation and reference number for your records.
Can I include children in the same declaration?
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Yes. Parents or guardians can include minor travelers in the same declaration.
If I transit through Canada, do I need to submit a declaration?
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If you remain inside the secure international transit area, you don’t need to submit a CBSA. If you leave the transit area and pass through customs controls into Canada, you must complete the applicable declaration, either in advance or on arrival.
Can I submit the CBSA declaration for free?
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Yes. You can complete the declaration directly through the Canadian government system within 72 hours before departure. VisaSyst charges a service fee for early preparation, expert review, and automated submission within the official time window.