Traveling to BC

Traveling to British Columbia

Notice to Visitors

ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and Canada will require one of the following pieces of identification:

  • a valid passport,
  • an Air NEXUS card,
  • a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Document, or
  • an Alien Registration Card.

As early as January 1st, 2008 all visitors to Canada, regardless of transportation method, will require a valid passport.

For current information regarding entering Canada from the United States and for U.S. passport applications please refer to U.S. Department of State website.

For citizens arriving from countries other than the United States, a valid passport is required to enter Canada. For further information regarding entering Canada as a visitor, and a list of which countries require a visitors permit, please visit the Canada International website.

Visit Tourism British Columbia's website for more key travel information.