Since this will be my first ever trip to Canada would someone please tell me what they require from a US citizen to enter the country ? Thanks. I get a different answer from everyone I ask.
Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif |
Since this will be my first ever trip to Canada would someone please tell me what they require from a US citizen to enter the country ? Thanks. I get a different answer from everyone I ask.
Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif |
I looked it up, in preparation for my own border crossing. The best I can tell is this, you MUST have proof of US citizenship. Birth certificate and photo ID, or passport. I think I'm going with a passport. A passport costs if you want to get it quickly, as does the birth certificate, but I think the passport is the foolproof way to go.
I have been to BC a ton of times, but not in years, and this is the first time I've had to provide proof of citizenship. Another change in the new world since 9/11. [This message has been edited by LSH (edited September 18, 2004).] |
I've flown and driven into Canada, both before and after 9/11. I had to show my drivers license and birth certificate at the airport, and usually only have to show my drivers license when driving.In January this year when I drove, Canada only required my drivers license to get in. I did get pulled over and searched throughly each way which was new. I showed my passport getting back into the US which they always prefer over a drivers license. If you have a passport you are better off using that, if you don't bring a drivers license and a birth certificate. You'll need both. You won't always be asked for both, but it's better to be prepared.
If you are driving, you'll also want to have an international insurance card with you just in case you have an accident. Your insurance agent can mail you one if you call them. Jenney |
I've flown and driven into Canada, both before and after 9/11. I had to show my drivers license and birth certificate at the airport, and usually only have to show my drivers license when driving.In January this year when I drove, Canada only required my drivers license to get in. I did get pulled over and searched throughly each way which was new. I showed my passport getting back into the US which they always prefer over a drivers license. If you have a passport you are better off using that, if you don't bring a drivers license and a birth certificate. You'll need both. You won't always be asked for both, but it's better to be prepared.
If you are driving, you'll also want to have an international insurance card with you just in case you have an accident. Your insurance agent can mail you one if you call them. Jenney |
Hi I am from Canada so I can fill you in
You must be prepared to: 1. Like Hockey 2. Eat back bacon 3. Drink beer of 5% alcohol or more 4. Say "excuse me" and "sorry" a lot |
Hi I am from Canada so I can fill you in
You must be prepared to: 1. Like Hockey 2. Eat back bacon 3. Drink beer of 5% alcohol or more 4. Say "excuse me" and "sorry" a lot |
quote:Originally posted by BILLW:
Since this will be my first ever trip to Canada would someone please tell me what they require from a US citizen to enter the country ? Thanks. I get a different answer from everyone I ask. Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif Good luck, you'll need it. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif |
quote:Originally posted by BILLW:
Since this will be my first ever trip to Canada would someone please tell me what they require from a US citizen to enter the country ? Thanks. I get a different answer from everyone I ask. Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif Good luck, you'll need it. http://www.corfid.com/ubb/wink.gif |
Just go to this website... it has all the info you'll need.
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/menu-e.html Sorry Bill for not answering yer email, just been tied up with medical stuff. |
Just go to this website... it has all the info you'll need.
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/menu-e.html Sorry Bill for not answering yer email, just been tied up with medical stuff. |
quote:Originally posted by Gord:
Just go to this website... it has all the info you'll need. http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/menu-e.html Sorry Bill for not answering yer email, just been tied up with medical stuff. No problem, thanks for the link. Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif |
Where's Canada?
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Where's Canada?
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quote:Originally posted by Patti:
Where's Canada? Funny you should ask, I just got back from submitting my passport application. Patti, You're not DMD3 after a sex-change operation are you ? He asked retarded questions all the time, just like this one. Go to Yahoo maps and type in C A N A D A and press enter. If you need more help Borderstone knows the librarian, ask him, LOL. Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif |
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quote:Originally posted by BILLW:
Funny you should ask, I just got back from submitting my passport application. Patti, You're not DMD3 after a sex-change operation are you ? He asked retarded questions all the time, just like this one. Go to Yahoo maps and type in C A N A D A and press enter. If you need more help Borderstone knows the librarian, ask him, LOL. Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif If you like that check out Patti's profile. Under interests. |
quote:Originally posted by BILLW:
Funny you should ask, I just got back from submitting my passport application. Patti, You're not DMD3 after a sex-change operation are you ? He asked retarded questions all the time, just like this one. Go to Yahoo maps and type in C A N A D A and press enter. If you need more help Borderstone knows the librarian, ask him, LOL. Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif If you like that check out Patti's profile. Under interests. |
quote:Originally posted by brink:
If you like that check out Patti's profile. Under interests. Cute. Maybe it's his sister or girlfriend/cousin? Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif |
very possible.
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very possible.
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I suck at keeping old paperwork. ARGH.
I thought I was doing myself a favor by finally updating my license with my current address (I've only been at it for 3 years!). SO, I get this done, only to find out that if my license was issued sooner than 6 mos. ago, and if my surname is different than the surname on my birth certificate, I need a TON of paperwork to prove who I am. SHEESH. Like I kept my first marriage certificate??? So, I am drowning in old paper, have an official copy of my birth certificate on the way and am going to pay dearly for expedited passport service. I just have to remember, it will all be worth it in the end, right? (oh why didn't I just go back to my maiden name???) |
quote:Originally posted by Kilgore:
Hi I am from Canada so I can fill you in You must be prepared to: 1. Like Hockey 2. Eat back bacon 3. Drink beer of 5% alcohol or more 4. Say "excuse me" and "sorry" a lot Note that "Back Bacon" to a Canadian is "Canadian Bacon" to an American. Also, don't forget to try the Salt and Vinegar potato chips while you're visiting. :) John |
quote:Originally posted by Kilgore:
Hi I am from Canada so I can fill you in You must be prepared to: 1. Like Hockey 2. Eat back bacon 3. Drink beer of 5% alcohol or more 4. Say "excuse me" and "sorry" a lot Note that "Back Bacon" to a Canadian is "Canadian Bacon" to an American. Also, don't forget to try the Salt and Vinegar potato chips while you're visiting. :) John |
Hi John,
We have salt and vinegar potato chips here also. An acquired taste, but not bad, if you like vinegar (which I do). Ah, so canadian bacon is actually back bacon. Well, that solves that little mystery. |
quote:Originally posted by LSH:
I suck at keeping old paperwork. ARGH. I thought I was doing myself a favor by finally updating my license with my current address (I've only been at it for 3 years!). SO, I get this done, only to find out that if my license was issued sooner than 6 mos. ago, and if my surname is different than the surname on my birth certificate, I need a TON of paperwork to prove who I am. SHEESH. Like I kept my first marriage certificate??? So, I am drowning in old paper, have an official copy of my birth certificate on the way and am going to pay dearly for expedited passport service. I just have to remember, it will all be worth it in the end, right? (oh why didn't I just go back to my maiden name???) It is a pain in the butt, but a passport is the best ID you can have. I had to go back and get my marriage and divorce records and my name change records besides the birth certificate too. You'll be able to do it. Just congers up icky memories. eeeeewwww. |
quote:Originally posted by LSH:
I suck at keeping old paperwork. ARGH. I thought I was doing myself a favor by finally updating my license with my current address (I've only been at it for 3 years!). SO, I get this done, only to find out that if my license was issued sooner than 6 mos. ago, and if my surname is different than the surname on my birth certificate, I need a TON of paperwork to prove who I am. SHEESH. Like I kept my first marriage certificate??? So, I am drowning in old paper, have an official copy of my birth certificate on the way and am going to pay dearly for expedited passport service. I just have to remember, it will all be worth it in the end, right? (oh why didn't I just go back to my maiden name???) It is a pain in the butt, but a passport is the best ID you can have. I had to go back and get my marriage and divorce records and my name change records besides the birth certificate too. You'll be able to do it. Just congers up icky memories. eeeeewwww. |
Well thank you both for having pointed out to me one of the very few benefits of never having been married.
quote:Originally posted by brink: It is a pain in the butt, but a passport is the best ID you can have. I had to go back and get my marriage and divorce records and my name change records besides the birth certificate too. You'll be able to do it. Just congers up icky memories. eeeeewwww. |
Well thank you both for having pointed out to me one of the very few benefits of never having been married.
quote:Originally posted by brink: It is a pain in the butt, but a passport is the best ID you can have. I had to go back and get my marriage and divorce records and my name change records besides the birth certificate too. You'll be able to do it. Just congers up icky memories. eeeeewwww. |
quote:Originally posted by LSH:
I just have to remember, it will all be worth it in the end, right? ya, especially the Canadian beers, ok beer http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif |
quote:Originally posted by LSH:
I just have to remember, it will all be worth it in the end, right? ya, especially the Canadian beers, ok beer http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif |
Violet!
Are you implying that there are actually benefits to being married??????????? |
quote:Originally posted by violet Blue Horse:
Well thank you both for having pointed out to me one of the very few benefits of never having been married. Anything for a friend Violet! |
quote:Originally posted by violet Blue Horse:
Well thank you both for having pointed out to me one of the very few benefits of never having been married. Anything for a friend Violet! |
I LOVE vital check. I ordered everything from the counties they took place in online. ah. virtual depletion of my paycheck.
I will definitely hang on to these records... |
[QUOTE]Originally posted by donquixote:
[B] Note that "Back Bacon" to a Canadian is "Canadian Bacon" to an American. Also, don't forget to try the Salt and Vinegar potato chips while you're visiting. :) I must've missed this earlier. Sounds like our local diet. On the Eastern Shore of Maryland, USA they serve vinegar with what we call french fries and s&v potato chips are a staple. One famous boardwalk vendor even has a sign that reads "please do not ask for ketchup". And pork is pork, no matter how you slice it. So it sounds like I'm coming home, LOL. Thanks for the info. Bill http://www.corfid.com/ubb/smile.gif |
French fries and potato chips are two different things. Potato chips come in bags-for instance - LAYS. Salt & Vinegar is a flavour added to them. Being of a certain age and not having chemically altered/flavoured potato chips when I was a kid I just sprinkled vinegar right on my chips!
French fries with vinegar, salt, ketchup are de rigeur unless you have poutine-cheese curds and gravy on your fries... Floridians don't use vinegar on their fries...or so it seemed when I was down there....a lot of mayo dipping tho! lol |
French fries and potato chips are two different things. Potato chips come in bags-for instance - LAYS. Salt & Vinegar is a flavour added to them. Being of a certain age and not having chemically altered/flavoured potato chips when I was a kid I just sprinkled vinegar right on my chips!
French fries with vinegar, salt, ketchup are de rigeur unless you have poutine-cheese curds and gravy on your fries... Floridians don't use vinegar on their fries...or so it seemed when I was down there....a lot of mayo dipping tho! lol |
Mayo on fries??? ewwwwwwwwwww lol
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