What do I need to enter Canada by ferry?
What do I need to enter Canada by ferry?
- U.S. Passport.
- U.S. Passport Card.
- Enhanced Driver's License (Issued by New York, Michigan, Minnesota, Vermont and Washington only)
- Trusted Traveler Program Cards such as NEXUS, SENTRI or FAST enrollment cards.
Do I need to fill out a form to enter Canada?
Submit your customs and immigration declaration online using Advance Declaration up to 72 hours before you arrive in Canada. If you choose not to submit your declaration in advance, you can complete it at an airport kiosk or eGate.
What do I fill out when entering Canada?
Submit your customs and immigration declaration online using Advance Declaration up to 72 hours before you arrive in Canada. If you choose not to submit your declaration in advance, you can complete it at an airport kiosk or eGate.
What is needed to enter Canada by boat?
A U.S. passport or NEXUS/CANPASS is required for each passenger onboard the boat. Birth certificates are sufficient for children under 16.
What do I need to get into Canada by ferry?
- U.S. Passport.
- U.S. Passport Card.
- Enhanced Driver's License (Issued by New York, Michigan, Minnesota, Vermont and Washington only)
- Trusted Traveler Program Cards such as NEXUS, SENTRI or FAST enrollment cards.
What documents do I need to cross the Canadian border by car?
Taking a road trip from the U.S. to Canada, or simply arriving by car, requires crossing the border at one of the 24 official locations. Americans will need to present a valid U.S. passport or other acceptable form of identification upon arrival to the country.
Can I stay in the car on a ferry?
You can't stay in your car for safety reasons. In case of an emergency, like a fire or a collision, you need to be able to evacuate the ship quickly. Most of the time, you need to join rafts located above the car deck.
Do they check passports on ferry?
The form of ID you'll need to travel on a ferry depends on the route and your nationality. On most international routes, you will need your passport to check-in. However, there are exceptions to this.
How early should I arrive for my ferry?
Are ferries usually on time? Yes! Please note that the schedules indicate departure times. We recommend that you arrive at the terminal at least five minutes prior to the scheduled departure in order to board.
What can I not bring on a ferry?
- Hazardous materials (CFR Title 49, Parts 170-180)
- Explosives or incendiary devices (CFR Title 33, Part 6)
- Chemical, biological or radiological agents or devices (CFR Title 33, Part 6)
- Unlawful or illegally possessed firearms (RCW, Chapter 9.41)
- Illegal fireworks (RCW, Chapter 70.77)
- Acetylene tanks.
Can you travel by boat without a passport?
Closed-Loop Cruises If you are a U.S. citizen planning a closed-loop cruise, you can travel without a passport. A closed-loop cruise means that you board a cruise ship in a U.S. port, only travel in the Western Hemisphere and then return to the same U.S. port where you started your journey.
How much money can I bring to Canada per person?
Anytime you cross the border, you must declare any currency or monetary instruments you have valued at Can$10,000 or more. This amount includes Canadian or foreign currency or a combination of both. Monetary instruments include, but are not limited to, stocks, bonds, bank drafts, cheques and traveller's cheques.
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.