if you are a US citizen can you enter Canada from Buffalo, NY without a US passport?

Answer 1

you don't need a passport

You will, however, need:

1.
Proof of your U.S. citizenship such as your U.S. passport (For information on obtaining a U.S. passport, check with one of the regional passport agencies located throughout the U.S.) or certified copy of your birth certificate issued by the city, county or state in the U.S. where you were born. If you are a naturalized U.S. citizen and do not have a passport, you should travel with your naturalization certificate. A driver’s license, voter’s registration card or Social Security card is NOT valid proof of citizenship.
2.
Photo identification, such as a current, valid driver’s license.

Answer 2

If you're American, you need a US passport to enter or leave the USA. At the border, you might ask for a waiver of documents (the passport). If you go from Canada to any other country, the US doesn't care which passport you use. But for crossing the US border, you have to use a US passport. Best bet- apply for one immediately. Bring the receipt for the application and both passports, explaining the situation to CBP when you drive across. There's a good chance you're near a US consulate (both consulates and most Canadians are near the border.) so keep all copies of everything with you from the Consulate. Nothing's guaranteed, so you might also phone the port where you plan to cross. Explain the situation and get the name of the person you talk with. If you don't get a good reply (something like "no US passport, I'll send you back") then ask nicely to talk to the supervisor. But with a bit of luck, you'll be all right. Best of luck !!

Answer 3

Only till the end of the year. Then you need a passport good for 6 months beyond your planned stay. But it's a good idea to have one, even now. Without a passport, bring a birth certificate (with raised seal) and photo id.

Answer 4

current requirements:

CANADA – Passport or proof of U.S. citizenship such as a birth certificate, naturalization certificate, and photo ID required. Minors (under 16) traveling alone or in someone else’s custody must present written authorization, signed before a notary, from the parent(s) or guardian. Visas are not required. Canadian immigration officials at ports of entry will issue persons planning to stay longer than 180 days a visitor’s record. Anyone with a criminal record (including a DWI charge) should contact the Canadian Embassy or nearest Consulate General before travel. U.S. citizens entering Canada from a third country must have a valid passport. HIV testing required for resident applicants who are over 15. A temporary resident applicant requires immigration medical examination if stay exceeds 6 months or seeking to work in Canada. For student or business travel, check with the Canadian Embassy, 501 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20001 (202/682-1740) or the nearest Consulate General: CA (213/346-2701), MI (313/567-2085), NY (212/596-1700 or 716/858-9501), or WA (206/443-1375). Internet: www.canadianembassy.org

New Requirements for Travelers


The Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 requires that by January 1, 2008, travelers to and from the Caribbean, Bermuda, Panama, Mexico and Canada have a passport or other secure, accepted document to enter or re-enter the United States. In order to facilitate the implementation of this requirement, the Administration is proposing to complete it in phases following a proposed timeline, which will be published in the Federal Register in the near future.

In the proposed implementation plan, which is subject to a period of initial public comment, the Initiative will be rolled out in phases, providing as much advance notice as possible to the affected public to enable them to meet the terms of the new guidelines. The proposed timeline will be as follows:

December 31, 2006 - Requirement applied to all air and sea travel to or from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda.
December 31, 2007 - Requirement extended to all land border crossings as well as air and sea travel.
This is a change from prior travel requirements and will affect all United States citizens entering the United States from countries within the Western Hemisphere who do not currently possess valid passports. This new requirement will also affect certain foreign nationals who currently are not required to present a passport to travel to the United States. Most Canadian citizens, citizens of the British Overseas Territory of Bermuda, and to a lesser degree, Mexican citizens will be affected by the implementation of this requirement.

Answer 5

Yes, I have done it many times. You should take along proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate or naturalization papers. A drivers license, would be helpful also.

Answer 6

I would check with the US passport place first to see if you need one.

Answer 7

Right now all you need is your birth certificate...but hurry...I understand passports will be required next year sometime.

Answer 8

At the moment...yes. I would be good to have a copy of your birth certificate with you just incase...and your licence

Answer 9

you will need birth certificate and photo id