Border information for international travel
From: Canada Border Services Agency
Everyone wants their border crossing to go smoothly with few delays. The best way to make sure this happens is to know what to expect and be prepared.
Whether you're returning home or visiting, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) wants to help you plan your trip across the border with some useful tools.
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COVID-19: Current border measures and requirements
Resources and information about how the CBSA continues to facilitate the flow of legitimate travel and trade during the current global pandemic.
ArriveCAN
Use ArriveCAN to submit contact, travel information and proof of vaccination (mandatory before entering Canada by air or land).
Refugee claimants arriving in Canada from the United States
Information on how the agency is addressing refugee claims at the border
Estimate duty and taxes
Get an estimate of the duties and taxes on imported goods.
Plan your trip across the border
Border wait times, reporting requirements, tips to improve your experience crossing the border.
What to expect at the border
Processes to expect when you cross the border based on the type of transportation you use.
Finding our missing children
Prepare your children before they travel. What we are doing to find missing children.
Travel tips
Border services and requirements for visitors, legal guardians, travellers with a disability, pet owners.
Bring goods across the border
Types of goods you can bring to Canada and personal exemptions.
Moving or returning to Canada
For people who will be settling in Canada or former residents moving back.
Importing goods for personal use
Prohibited and restricted weapons, cannabis and cannabis products, animals and food, vehicles, boats, duties and more.
Examining digital devices at the Canadian border
When CBSA officers decide to examine your device at the border. Know your rights.
Primary inspection kiosks
Verify your identity and make an on-screen declaration at Canada's major international airports.
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