United States Visitors
Passport and Identification Requirements
When entering Canada by land from the United States, U.S. citizens must show either a U.S. passport or other proof of U.S. citizenship - such as an original or certified birth certificate together with photo identification. All U.S. citizens traveling to and from the U.S. by air must have a valid passport. U.S. citizens entering Canada from a third country must have a valid passport. A visa is not required for U.S. citizens for a stay up to 180 days.

• Visit the United States Embassy Consular Services website for more valuable information.
• Apply for your U.S. passport by clicking here.

Washington State Enhanced Driver License and Identification Card
Residents of Washington State travelling to British Columbia by land and sea border crossing can also present a Washington State Enhanced Driver License and Identification Card (EDL/ID). The EDL/ID meets federal requirements and best practices for travel documents. It is an approved alternative travel document, to a U.S. Passport, for re-entry into the U.S. at land and sea borders between the U.S. and Canada.

• Learn more about the Washington State Enhanced Driver License and Identification Card by clicking here.

Become a NEXUS Member
The NEXUS program is designed to expedite the border clearance process for low-risk, pre-approved travellers into Canada and the United States. The Canada Border Services Agency and United States Customs and Border Protection are cooperating in this joint venture to simplify border crossings for members, while enhancing security.

• For information about the NEXUS program click here.

International Visitors
International visitors to Canada (not U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents) must carry a valid passport and, if required, a visa. Citizens from the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Mexico, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Australia, and others do not require a visa to enter Canada.

• Visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website for a complete listing of countries whose citizens require visas to enter Canada.
• Visit canada.travel, the official travel guide to Canada, for more valuable information.

Special Circumstances
Traveling with Children
Children traveling with one parent, grandparents, or other guardians should carry proof of custody or letters from the non-accompanying parent/s authorizing travel. This is in addition to proof of the child's citizenship.

Persons Under the Age of 18
Any person under the age of 18 and traveling alone should carry a letter from his/her parent or guardian authorizing the trip. Travelers without such documentation may experience delays at the port of entry.