Crossing the Border

Table of Contents:

Introduction

Canada and the United States of America are two separate and distinct countries, each with their own laws and customs.

Here are a few things to be aware of when crossing the border. These lists are not exhaustive: if you have any questions or concerns, contact the relevant governmental agencies.

From the Canada Border Services Agency:

From U.S. Customs and Border Protection:

I.D. requirments for re-entry: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/newsroom/news_releases/archives/2007_news_releases/122007/12032007_4.xml

A few things that you really ought to bring

Again, this list is not all-inclusive:

A few things NOT to bring

This list is not all-inclusive. Check with Canada Border Services Agency if you have any questions.

Children And Infants Require More Proof

Parents traveling with children ages 18 and under and infants are required to provide identification and proof of citizenship for each child. If both birth parents are not traveling you must have written authorization from the absent parent(s) or proof of custody. Failure to provide such evidence may make you inadmissable to Canada.

If You've Ever Had A Felony....

Persons with a felony may be denied entrance into Canada. If you have been convicted of a crime in the United States it may be considered a felony in Canada. A Driving While Intoxicated conviction (D.W.I.) is considered a felony in Canada.

What you cannot take back to the US

A useful list provided by the Navy:

http://www.naples.navy.mil/customs/prohibited.htm

Not on their list, but should be:

An article from "gonorthwest.com"

From: http://www.gonorthwest.com/Visitor/planning/border/border.htm Go to original article for links.

USA Citizens Traveling to Canada

Citizens of the United States do not need a passport or visa to enter Canada, unless they are arriving in Canada from somewhere other than the USA. They do need to have on them proof of citizenship plus photo identification, although this is not often asked for. More information for U.S. citizens crossing into Canada can be found on the Consular Information Sheet for Canada at the web site of the Bureau of Consular Affairs, of the U.S. Department of State.

Americans in particular will need to be aware that Canada has strict gun laws. Generally, all weapons without legitimate sporting or recreational use are prohibited, and guns used for hunting or competition may be brought in with a permit. Undeclared firearms will be confiscated, and criminal charges may be made.

For more information about going into Canada, phone the border-crossing post directly. For answers to Canadian customs enquiries, or to locate the nearest Canadian customs district office, call the following telephone numbers: From within Canada, call: (toll-free) 1-800 461-9999. From outside Canada, call: 204-983-3500; or, 506-636-5064 (long-distance charges apply).

Legal Ages in New Brunswick

In the province of New Brunswick, there are several activities which require someone to be 19 years of age, and to present valid identification to prove it:

This list is not exhaustive.

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