David Park
David Park
International Travel Editor
David covers eVisa programmes, ETA systems, and global travel policy for VisaWise.

Multiple-Entry eVisas: Your Complete Guide for 2026

A multiple-entry eVisa or ETA allows you to enter and exit a country as many times as you wish during its validity period — without reapplying each time. For frequent business travellers, digital nomads, and anyone planning a multi-stop itinerary, multiple-entry authorisations are enormously valuable. This guide explains how they work, which countries offer them, and how to maximise their value.

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1
USA ESTA Most Popular
The ESTA is the gateway to the USA for travellers from 42 Visa Waiver Program countries. Apply online, receive approval within minutes, and visit the US for up to 90 days at a time over 2 years.
★★★★½
Pros
  • USA ESTA: near-instant approval for VWP country nationals, 2-year validity with multiple entries.
  • Fast approval — most applicants receive ESTA status within minutes.
  • 2-year, multiple-entry validity means one application covers many US trips.
Contras
  • USA ESTA is only available to citizens of 42 VWP countries — others need a B-1/B-2 visa.
  • Only available to citizens of VWP countries — others need a B1/B2 visa.
ProcesamientoMinutes to 72 hours
Válido para2 years
Tipo de visaESTA
Tasa gob.$21
2
Australia eVisa Top Pick
Australia's eVisitor visa is one of the world's fastest approvals: free to apply, linked electronically to your passport, and typically granted within hours for eligible passport holders.
★★★★½
Pros
  • Australia eVisa: electronic processing removes embassy queue — apply online from home.
  • Free government fee for eligible passport holders from 56+ countries.
  • Electronic approval linked to passport — no label or stamp needed.
Contras
  • Australia eVisa processing time varies — apply well in advance for busy travel seasons.
  • Only available to passport holders from specific eligible countries.
Procesamiento24 hours
Válido para12 months
Tipo de visaeVisitor
Tasa gob.Gratis
3
Canada eTA Best Value
Canada's eTA is one of the best-value travel authorizations in the world: just CAD$7, valid for 5 years, and most approvals arrive within minutes. Essential for flying to Canada from eligible countries.
★★★★½
Pros
  • Canada eTA: electronic processing removes embassy queue — apply online from home.
  • Extremely low government fee — one of the cheapest travel authorizations available.
  • 5-year validity means infrequent travellers rarely need to renew.
Contras
  • Canada eTA processing time varies — apply well in advance for busy travel seasons.
  • Required for air travel but not for land or sea entry from the USA.
ProcesamientoMinutes to 72 hours
Válido para5 years or until passport expiry
Tipo de visaElectronic
Tasa gob.$7
4
UK ETA Top Pick
The UK's new Electronic Travel Authorisation replaces the old entry stamp system for eligible nationalities. It allows multiple trips to England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland over 2 years.
★★★★½
Pros
  • UK ETA: electronic processing removes embassy queue — apply online from home.
  • Generous 6-month stay per visit — longest of any comparable ETA.
  • 2-year, multiple-entry validity.
Contras
  • UK ETA processing time varies — apply well in advance for busy travel seasons.
  • Processing can take up to 3 working days — apply well in advance.
ProcesamientoUp to 3 working days
Válido para2 years
Tipo de visaElectronic
Tasa gob.$10
5
Turkey eVisa Fast & Easy
Turkey's e-Visa system is one of the smoothest in the world. Apply in minutes, pay online, and receive your visa by email — often within seconds. Valid for Istanbul, Ankara, and the entire country.
★★★★½
Pros
  • Turkey eVisa: electronic processing removes embassy queue — apply online from home.
  • Near-instant approval — most visas issued within seconds.
  • Simple, user-friendly application portal.
Contras
  • Turkey eVisa processing time varies — apply well in advance for busy travel seasons.
  • Government fee of $50–$60 (varies by nationality).
ProcesamientoMinutes to 24 hours
Válido para180 days from issue
Tipo de visae-Visa
Tasa gob.$50

Tabla de comparación rápida

#DestinoPuntuación ProcesamientoTasa gob.Tipo de visa Válido paraSolicitar
1 USA ESTA 9.6 Minutes to 72 hours $21 ESTA 2 years / multiple entries Solicitar
2 Australia eVisa 9.8 24 hours ✓ Free eVisitor 12 months / multiple entries Solicitar
3 Canada eTA 9.5 Minutes to 72 hours $7 Electronic 5 years or until passport expiry Solicitar
4 UK ETA 9.5 Up to 3 working days $10 Electronic 2 years / multiple entries Solicitar
5 Turkey eVisa 9.4 Minutes to 24 hours $50 e-Visa 180 days from issue Solicitar

Preguntas frecuentes

What is the difference between single-entry and multiple-entry eVisa?+
A single-entry eVisa allows you to enter a country once. If you leave, the visa is invalidated and you must reapply. A multiple-entry eVisa allows unlimited entries during the validity period, making it ideal for travellers who plan to visit neighbouring countries and return, or make repeat business visits.
Which countries offer the best multiple-entry eVisa programmes?+
The USA ESTA (2-year, multiple-entry for $21) and Canada's eTA (5-year, multiple-entry for CAD$7) are among the world's best. Australia's eVisitor (12-month, multiple-entry, free) is excellent for Asia Pacific. Turkey offers a 180-day multiple-entry eVisa at $60.
Can a multiple-entry eVisa be used for work?+
No. Multiple-entry eVisas are issued for tourism, business visits, and transit. They do not authorise you to take employment, perform paid work, or live permanently in the country. Working on a tourist visa is illegal in virtually every country and can result in deportation and future entry bans.

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