Can I fly to Canada without a passport as a Canadian?


Can I fly to Canada without a passport as a Canadian? Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, need a valid Canadian passport. American-Canadians can travel with a valid Canadian or U.S. passport.


Can I book flight with expired passport?

Yes, you can book and pay for the flight. However, you'll need a valid passport in order to check-in, so be sure to leave enough time to receive your new passport. If you don't get your passport in time, you'll lose any money you've paid for your ticket that isn't refundable or lost to change fees.


What ID can I use to fly internationally?

If you are traveling internationally you will still need your passport. If you are traveling domestically, you will only need one valid form of identification – either your REAL ID or another acceptable alternative such as a passport, not both.


Can I use my birth certificate to go to Canada?

For U.S. citizens, a passport or visa is not required. Instead, a birth certificate and one photo identification card may be used; however, a photo identification card by itself is not enough. For permanent residents of the United States, “Green Cards” may be used in lieu of their passports.


Can a Canadian citizen return to Canada with an expired passport?

No. Canadians citizens, including dual citizens, need to fly to Canada with a valid Canadian passport.


What ID do I need to fly in Canada?

Please note that hunting, boating and fishing licenses will not be accepted. Passengers who do not have a Canadian-issued identification can present any of the travel documents used to enter Canada (such as passport, NEXUS card, United States Permanent Resident card or Enhanced Driver's License, etc.).


How can I travel without a passport?

In place of a passport, you can use WHTI-compliant documents like passport cards, trusted traveler's cards, and NEXUS cards. While these allow you to travel to these regions by sea and road, they are not acceptable for international flights.