passport to get into Canada?

Question

Do we from the USA need a passport to get into to get into Canada in 2007

Answer 1

I see you got conflicting answers. The new regulations begin Jan. 23, 2007. You must have a passport to travel to Canada by air after that date. In Jan., 2008 you will need a passport for all froms of transport into Canada. You can go to the website listed below to read for yourself for your own peace of mind. it is easy to use and is the official state dept. website.

Answer 2

To get INTO Canada do you need a passport, NO. To get BACK into the USA...YES, depending on how you are coming.

Effective January 23, 2007, you will need a passport ot RE-ENTER the USA if you are flying. All other forms of transportation are effective January 2008.


Edit:
To UR DUMB....its an easy mistake to make, but you are incorrect. The policy that comes into place on January 23, 2007 is a US based initiative. If you check other websites, you will see that all refer to the need to passports by air ALL stipulate that it is the re-rentry to the USA that requires a passport. You do not need anything more than the normal ID at this point to come to Canada.
See this quote:
Taking Measures to Reduce Line ups
Gatineau, Quebec - Due to the new U.S. requirements for air travel to the United States, Passport Canada is experiencing a sharp volume increase in passport applications in all of its offices. In November alone, Passport Canada received more than 355,000 applications - a 33 per cent increase compared to November 2005.

***You will see the phrase "to the United States" in there. Not the reverse

In fact this is the goal of the WHTI is this:
The Goal of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI)
The goal of the Initiative is to strengthen border security and facilitate entry into the United States for U.S. citizens and legitimate foreign visitors by providing standardized, secure and reliable documentation which will allow the Department of Homeland Security to quickly, reliably and accurately identify a traveler.

Answer 3

Yes starting Jan23/07 when you go by air you need a passport going by car comes later.
Starting January 23, 2007, an American initiative will require travellers to the United States by air to carry a valid passport. Canadians can also travel with a NEXUS Air membership at a designated kiosk, instead of a passport. The NEXUS program offers simplified and expedited border crossing to frequent travellers.

What type of identification will I need to present to Canada customs?
Canada’s entry requirements entail that every visitor from out of the country needs a valid passport. However, your birth certificate or certificate of citizenship, and a valid photo identification such as a drivers licence will also be accepted. If you are a permanent resident of the U.S., don’t forget to bring your green card.


Also, if you are travelling with children, the customs officers may ask detailed questions about them. Parents who share custody of their children should carry copies of the legal custody documents. If you are travelling with a child who is not your own, you need a note from the guardians granting you permission to have the child with you.


For the time being, Canadians travelling to the United States by land and sea can continue to use documents such as birth certificates and drivers' licences

Answer 4

That's a funny question, because it is the US that is cracking down on passports. You will need one to get back into the US. Other ID is acceptable for Canada, but if you are going to need a passport to get back home again, it's just as easy to use it going both ways.

Answer 5

yes. I believe it starts 1/8/2007

Answer 6

looking at some of these answers in the year 2007 many Americans will find themselves also turned back by the border if they do not have a passport. I see some believe you only need a passport to get into the USA but Canada is a free for all with just your id . This is not the case any longer . .
To break it down the following is the dates and the time lines as it depends on when you will be travelling and if by air and land

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Under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI)

The proposed implementation timeline has two phases:

Beginning January 23, 2007, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to present a valid passport, Air NEXUS card, or U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document, or an Alien Registration Card, Form I-551, if applicable.

As early as January 1, 2008, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea (including ferries), may be required to present a valid passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security. While recent legislative changes permit a later deadline, the Departments of State and Homeland Security are working to meet all requirements as soon as possible. Ample advance notice will be provided to enable the public to obtain passports or passport cards for land/sea entries
Travel Documents for U.S. Citizens Under WHTI

Under the proposed implementation plan, the following documents will be acceptable to fulfill document requirements:

U.S. Passport: U.S. citizens may present a valid U.S. passport when traveling via air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda, and may also use a U.S. passport when traveling via sea and land borders (including ferry crossings).
The Passport Card (also referred to as the PASS Card): This limited-use passport in card format is currently under development and will be available for use for travel only via land or sea (including ferries) between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. Similar in size to a credit card, it will fit easily into a wallet.
DOS and DHS also anticipate that the following documents will continue to be acceptable for their current travel uses under WHTI: SENTRI, NEXUS, FAST, and the U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document. As proposed, members of the U.S. Armed Forces on active duty traveling on orders will continue to be exempt from the passport requirement

Answer 7

I believe that Canada will still let you in but you might have some trouble getting home without one.

Definately need it both ways if traveling by air but by road might be a bit easier.

Just get one..

Answer 8

It would make things a lot easier for you if you had a passport. If you don't have one you will need birth cert and other forms of i.d.

Answer 9

No, but you'll need a birth certificate and/or state issued ID when entering on foot or by car. By 2009 you'll need one. If by air, then you'll need one in 2007

Answer 10

just came back, no passport unless you have one, you must have your birth certificate and picture ID and if driving you license and proof of insurance have all ready before you cross the border.