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American-Canadians can travel with a valid Canadian or U.S. passport. Canadian permanent residents need a valid permanent resident card or permanent resident travel document. U.S. citizens must carry proper identification such as a valid U.S. passport. Lawful permanent residents of the U.S.
American citizens, including American-Canadian citizens, must carry proper identification and meet the basic requirements to enter Canada. You do not need a Canadian passport, a Canadian visa or an eTA to enter Canada if you are travelling with a valid U.S. passport.
Find out if you can enter Canada. Visas, Electronic Travel Authorizations and other documentation you may need to enter or transit through Canada.
If you need a visitor visa to travel to Canada, you must apply online for one. Only online applications will be accepted and processed. However, you can apply on paper if:
These requirements are: proof of approved COVID-19 vaccination (s) at least 14 days prior to entry to Canada, proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test within 72 hours prior to arrival, and submittal of travel information in Canada’s ArriveCAN travel app. Travelers must be asymptomatic upon arrival.
Make sure you carry proper identification for yourself and any children travelling with you to help confirm your legal right to enter Canada. Canada has introduced a new entry requirement, known as an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), for certain international travellers who fly to Canada.
Visit Canada. Find out what document you need to travel, visit family and friends, do business, or transit through Canada, and how to extend your stay.
