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Post by Joe on Feb 12, 2007 23:28:18 GMT -5
Hi all, I wanted to post about the new passport regulations. People travelling into the US by air must have a passport. Whether you are Canadian or American, you must have a valid passport when you land in the US. A proposed regulation for next year will include the need for a passport for passage into the US by land and sea.  I'm glad I did this b/c I thought just crossing the border needed a passport. Not yet; maybe next year. Joe |
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Post by Joe on Jun 5, 2009 21:42:13 GMT -5
Hello all,
Some important travel info. about the new U.S. Border Crossing Document Requirements...
On June 1, 2009, U.S. citizens returning home from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean or Bermuda, by land or sea, will be required to present one of the travel documents listed below.
U.S. Passport – This is an internationally recognized travel document that verifies a person’s identity and nationality. It is accepted for travel by air, land and sea.
U.S. Passport Card – This is a new, limited-use travel document that fits in your wallet and costs less than a U.S. Passport. It is only valid for travel by land and sea.
Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL) – Several states and Canadian provinces are issuing this driver’s license or identification document that denotes identity and citizenship. It is specifically designed for cross-border travel into the U.S. by land or sea.
Trusted Traveler Program Cards – NEXUS, SENTRI or FAST enrollment cards can speed your entry into the U.S. and are issued only to pre-approved, low-risk travelers. The cards are valid for use at land or sea; the NEXUS card can be used in airports with a NEXUS kiosk.
Special Groups – Information for Children, Groups of Children, Native Americans, "Closed Loop" Cruises, U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents, U.S. Military, Merchant Mariners, Ferries and Small Boats, and Boaters.
Knowing what documents are required and having them ready when you return home will help streamline the entry process and ensure your return to the U.S. is as smooth as possible.
Happy travels,
Joe
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Post by mott on Jun 5, 2009 22:56:24 GMT -5
wow what if you went to Canada May 31st and didn't have any of those things? Or worse, Mexico? That would not be good.  |
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Post by Joe on Jun 6, 2009 14:27:39 GMT -5
wow what if you went to Canada May 31st and didn't have any of those things? Or worse, Mexico? That would not be good. I believe that US border officials will let people go through with a warning. That enhanced drivers licence might be a good thing...but only Washington and British Columbia currently offer it. More states and provinces will have the EDL program soon! Cheers, Joe |
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Post by mott on Jun 7, 2009 18:38:46 GMT -5
I haven't gone through Canada in awhile, but when I've passed through, sometimes I have no trouble and sometimes I get pulled over and totally searched. I hear Mexico is much harder.
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I'm glad I did this b/c I thought just crossing the border needed a passport. Not yet; maybe next year. 
