2006-08-01 17:46:07 · 15 answers · asked by kimosbaby 1 in Travel ➔ Canada ➔ Toronto
Yes, as long as you don't have a criminal record. Don't need a passport... yet.
2006-08-01 17:49:38 · answer #1 · answered by joyfulpaints 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Right now, you no not need a passport, but you do need a driver's license and a birth certificate if you are a U.S. citizen.
This is stated on the official Department of Consular Affairs website:
ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS: All persons entering Canada may be required to present proof of citizenship and identity. U.S. citizens are encouraged to show a U.S. passport. If they do not have a passport, they should be prepared to provide a government-issued photo ID (e.g. Driver’s License) and proof of U.S. citizenship such as a U.S. birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or U.S. passport.
U.S. citizens entering Canada from a third country must have a valid U.S. passport. A visa is not required for U.S. citizens to visit Canada of up to 180 days. Anyone seeking to enter Canada for any purpose besides a visit, (e.g. to work, study or immigrate) should contact the Canadian Embassy or nearest consulate prior to travel. Anyone with a criminal record (including some misdemeanors such as Driving While Impaired (DWI) charges) may be excluded or removed from Canada, and should contact the Canadian Embassy or nearest Canadian consulate well in advance of any planned travel for further processing, which may take some time.
Also, the rules will change starting in December. At that time, if you are entering Canada by air or sea, you will be required to have a passport.
2006-08-02 04:34:20 · answer #2 · answered by c00kie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure for Canadian citizens, but I believe that US and Canadian border officials still require citizens have a birth certificate or passport to cross the border. Aliens of either country require visa documentation.
2006-08-01 17:51:26 · answer #3 · answered by Robert M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Right now, yes. But they're talking about changing it to require passports.
And yes, you can get back with just a driver's license too, but not for long.
"The PASS card, which could be made available late this year, would allow U.S. citizens to travel to Canada and Mexico without a far more expensive traditional passport. Currently, U.S. citizens can use a birth certificate or driver's license to return to the United States, but that will no longer be allowed beginning in 2008 under new laws requiring more secure documentation for travelers." http://www.thebta.org/syndicate/BorderBlog/archives/000772.html
2006-08-01 17:50:37 · answer #4 · answered by TrippingJudy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you need proof of citizenship like a voter registration card, passport or birth certificate.
2006-08-01 17:50:41 · answer #5 · answered by DEATH 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I went over for a NIN show. All you have to do is answer a few questions.
2006-08-01 17:49:51 · answer #6 · answered by stezus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You used to be able to, but i have heard that they are going to start requiring a passport.
2006-08-01 17:49:59 · answer #7 · answered by Nitris 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can. However you cannot get BACK accross without a passport.
2006-08-01 17:49:46 · answer #8 · answered by cyanne2ak 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nope , whats wrong with you people , get a passport, they dont cost thaaaaaaaaaat much
2006-08-05 04:13:07 · answer #9 · answered by cutie66m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ID? What are you talking about?
You could just stroll right in AAYE,,,,,
2006-08-01 17:52:33 · answer #10 · answered by tegodreaux 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋