Do you plan to visit your children or grandchildren who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada for more than 6 months? How do you plan to travel to Canada? By air, via a Canadian airport By car, train, bus or boat including cruise ship.
How do you plan to transit through Canada? By air, via a Canadian airport, between 2 international flights By car, train, bus or boat including cruise ship. Will you transit through Canada in 48 hours or less? Do you plan to visit Canada while you transit? Have you held a Canadian visitor visa in the past 10 years, or do you currently hold a valid U. Do you plan to visit your children or grandchildren? How do you plan to transit Canada?
By air, via a Canadian airport, between 2 international flights By car, bus, boat including cruise ship. Will you transit Canada in less than 48 hours?
Do you plan to visit Canada? For this trip, will you use a passport issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Taiwan that includes your personal identification number? For this trip, will you use a national Israeli passport? For this trip, will you use an electronic passport? Answer: You need a valid Canadian passport. Answer: You need a visitor visa. Answer: You need a valid passport or travel document to travel to Canada by car, train, bus or boat. Answer: You need a transit visa.
Answer: You can apply for a parent and grandparent super visa to visit for more than 6 months. Answer: You need a valid identity document. Answer: You should already have a valid visitor visa. Answer: Before you continue, find out if you need a study permit. Answer: You need an eTA to leave and return to Canada. If your other country of citizenship needs you to enter and exit that country using a passport issued by its government, you will still need a valid Canadian passport to board your flight to Canada.
Make sure you carry both passports when you travel. Some people may only need their valid passport. Find out if you need a visa or an eTA to enter Canada. You may need to get a visa before arriving in Canada. Visas are issued by Canadian government offices abroad. Not all of these offices have visa officers, but those that do not will direct you to the nearest visa office. Travel for Private Boaters and Recreational Vessels: Canadian law requires all foreign private boaters, including recreational vessels, to present themselves upon their arrival in Canada to the CBSA.
Boaters may also continue to report their arrival via designated telephone reporting numbers, if desired. There are some additional restrictions or processes for foreign residents of Canada, which are explained on the CIC website.
Dual Nationals: Find information on dual nationality , prevention of international parental child abduction , and customs information on our websites. Crime: Although Canada generally has a lower crime rate than the United States, violent crimes occur throughout the country, especially in urban areas.
Criminals may target parked cars, especially in large cities and popular tourist destination, for opportunistic smash-and-grab thefts. Do not leave unattended possessions in a vehicle, even in the trunk. Some jurisdictions such as Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver may fine you for leaving your car doors unlocked or for leaving valuables in view.
Pickpockets may target you, especially in popular tourist areas. Exercise caution. Safeguard yourself and your property. As such, there are frequent protests throughout the country on various topics of local and international concern.
While there is a very small likelihood of violence at a political gathering in Canada, we strongly encourage U. If you are considering travel outside of populated areas, particularly in the northern Arctic territories, you need to know that search and rescue capabilities are limited because of extreme isolation and the harsh climate.
You must be prepared for significant delays in receiving emergency assistance in these areas and plan accordingly. Counterfeit and pirated goods are widely available in many countries around the world, but you should not buy them.
Counterfeit and pirated goods are illegal in the United States , and you may also violate local law if you purchase them. Victims of Crime: If you or someone you know becomes the victim of a crime abroad, you should contact the local police and the U. Local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting the crime. See our webpage on help for U. Domestic Violence: U. Call if you are immediate danger or for emergency assistance. Tourism: The tourism industry is regulated with regularly enforced rules, best practices, and safety inspections.
In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is widely available in or near urban areas of the country. Canada has vast, remote areas where cell phone coverage may be intermittent or nonexistent and sophisticated medical care may be several hours away by road or air.
In these remote areas, it may take more time for first responders and medical professionals to stabilize a patient and provide life-saving assistance. The safest option for travelers to these destinations, particularly in the northern Arctic territories, is to travel with a group and hire the services of an experienced guide, reputable outfitter, or tour company that is familiar with local conditions and prepared for emergency situations specific to the location.
See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage. Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.
Furthermore, you may be prosecuted in the United States for some offenses even if your actions are not illegal under local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website. Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U. See our webpage for further information.
Controlled Substances: Canadian law prohibits possession and trafficking of controlled substances and narcotics, including some substances that may be legal to possess under the law of certain U. Drug smugglers risk substantial fines, a permanent bar from Canada, and imprisonment. Importation of Firearms: Canada more strictly controls firearms than does the United States. Violation of firearms restrictions may result in prosecution and imprisonment.
Visitors bringing any firearms or ammunition into Canada must declare the firearms in writing using a Non-Resident Firearm Declaration form. If you plan to borrow and use a firearm in Canada, you must obtain a Temporary Firearms Borrowing License in advance.
You must present these forms in triplicate and sign them in front of a CBSA officer at the border. It is not possible to make photocopies at the border.
Full details and downloadable forms are available at the Canadian Firearms Program website. Canadian law requires officials to confiscate firearms, ammunition, and other weapons from persons crossing the border who do not declare having the items in their possession. Officials will not return confiscated firearms, ammunition, and weapons and possession of any of these items may result in your arrest and imprisonment.
You should inspect all belongings thoroughly before traveling to Canada to avoid the accidentally importing firearms, ammunition, or other weapons. Pornography: Canada has strict laws concerning child pornography, and in recent years there has been an increase in random checks of electronic media of travelers entering Canada.
Canadian officials may search your computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices without a warrant at the border and illegal content can result in the seizure of the device as well as detention, arrest, and prosecution of the bearer.
Alcohol and cannabis related driving offenses , such as driving while intoxicated DWI , driving while ability-impaired, and driving under the influence DUI of alcohol or cannabis, are criminal offenses in Canada. Penalties are heavy, and any prior conviction no matter how old or how minor the infraction , is grounds for exclusion from Canada.
The US is limiting non-essential travel at land ports of entry. For more information, visit the U. The Government of Canada will allow fully vaccinated international travellers who meet the conditions to enter Canada for discretionary non-essential purposes.
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