A stupid question...

[Psychobroker]

Do US citzens need a passport to enter and exit Canada? Since I'm flying to Canada for the first time for the MI meet, I haven't a clue

[ragingfish]

When I went to Canada in March, all I needed was a valid US driver's license and an original birth certificate with a raised seal.However, I recently applied for a passport just to use to get in and out of canada, because it's easier to use a PP than the BC/DL combo...However, it takes 8-10 weeks to get a passport (so i'm told), so I think you're only safe bet is the DL/BC combo.

[ArcsVibe]

Honestly since we have two great countries you don't need a passport but it is helpful. Bro as long as you have documents issued by a gov't agency (drivers license, etc) You won't have a problem.When I travel to the US on pleasure trips I always show mydrivers license, on business trips that's a different story.Enjoy your stay in Canada!EDIT: That is a great site Salsa! put there.Sam

[bus driver]

From Canada to US I have to have my citzenship card. Now it's now longer accepted as proof. as I left my wallet in wash and card was water damaged.picky picky picky

[ragingfish]

Quote, originally posted by Salsa! »unless you look like someone from the Middle East.... Border/Custom agents are paranoid!I dunno...Montreal seems especially picky. When I went through customs in MTL in March, they were extremely careful looking through my documents because they didn't like that I didn't speak french. No lie.

[ArcsVibe]

Well Mike US Customs at Dorval airport always gives me a hard time even though I have the proper documents to work in the US (I have a L1-A Visa)It is because you are a single male travelling, a friend of mine who works in there has told me that.As for the fact they gave you a hard time since you didn't speak French, Canadian Custom officers are all bilingual bro since they are Federal employees.Sam

[ragingfish]

Your best source of info is your airline. And don't forget to bring a pen on board, you need to fill out a customs clearance card before landing.

[MJN2]

Heh, I've crossed the border at Port Huron/Sarnia without even being asked for an ID.And that was after 9/11.

[Psychobroker]

Quote, originally posted by silverawd26 »Christian, wear a Red Wings Jersery or hat and they should not give you any trouble. LOL, tryin' to get me killed, eh?Thanks for all the help guys, I think I'll just try to find my OLD passport, or just apply for a new one w/ "rush" service

[Sputnik]

Quote, originally posted by ragingfish »However, I recently applied for a passport just to use to get in and out of canada, because it's easier to use a PP than the BC/DL combo...However, it takes 8-10 weeks to get a passport (so i'm told), so I think you're only safe bet is the DL/BC combo. I just applied to get my passport on the 12th of May - I received it 3 business days later. I was told 10 business days to get it. Maybe you'll get yours faster than what they said... although its probably more stringent in the States to get one, I would imagine. My boyfriend travelled to the US for work last year and didn't have a passport - the customs agent grilled him, he said. But his coworker, who did have a passport, wasn't asked a single question!

[AKLGT]

well, i believe the us passports take up to 8 wks. but you can pay $50 to get it done faster and it's like 2 wks or less i think. i still need to get mine updated w/ my name change.

[drunkenmaxx]

i'm surprised your government doesn't just buy you one!