Entering Canada

American citizens entering Canada at any port of entry must present proof of US citizenship. This DOES NOT require a passport.

• Passport
• Birth Certificate and photo ID such as a driver's license
• Baptismal Certificate and photo ID
• Voter Registration Card, if you live in a state that issues them, and photo ID
• Valid Green Card for permanent residents of the United States
• Certificate of citizenship or naturalization

Exiting Canada

As of January 31, 2008, if you travel to the U.S. by land or water, a U.S. law will require you to present:

• a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's licence; AND
• a birth certificate or a citizenship card; OR
• For youth under 16, a birth certificate; OR
• A valid passport.

Canadian citizens flying to or through the U.S. must present a valid Canadian passport.