Travelling to the us from canada by air

Yes. Only Canadians who have been double vaccinated for at least 2 weeks (and can provide proof of vaccination) will be allowed into the United States. The United States will be accepting proof of any vaccine recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), including the Pfizer, Moderna, and AstraZeneca vaccines as well as mixed doses of those vaccines.

To enter the United States by air, you must present a valid Canadian passport or NEXUS card (even for a simple connection). You must also be fully vaccinated and present an official proof of vaccination. However, as of June 12, 2022, you no longer have to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test result.

As a traveller, you are responsible for ensuring that you meet the requirements, which are outlined on travel.gc.ca.

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In addition to proof of vaccination, all Canadian citizens age 16 or older must present 1 of the following documents when entering the United States by land or sea:

• A valid passport
• A membership card for an expedited border crossing program like NEXUS
• An Enhanced Identification Card proving Canadian citizenship
• A Secure Certificate of Indian Status

Canadian citizens age 15 or under who are accompanied and those age 16 or 17 who are travelling to the U.S. by land or sea with school or other organized groups (under the supervision of an adult and with consent from a parent or guardian) may present the original or a copy of their birth certificate or a Canadian citizenship card or certificate.

The NEXUS card helps frequent travellers get across the border faster. Travellers must apply to get one. A NEXUS card can be used instead of a passport to enter or leave the U.S. by land or sea. It can also be used at self-service checkpoints when returning to Canada by air.

COVID-19–related requirements to return to Canada (vaccination status, random testing, isolation/quarantine) were lifted by the Canadian government on October 1, 2022. The ArriveCAN app is still available, but its use is now optional. Travellers can also use it to fill out their customs declarations.

However, the government reserves the right to reinstate certain border measures should the situation become a concern again. For more information or to find out what you need to know before crossing the border, visit the Canadian government website.

No. The end of the restrictions also applies to unvaccinated children of all ages.

If you’re planning a trip to the U.S., even for just a day, you should purchase emergency medical travel insurance before leaving. But for even more protection against the unexpected, it’s wise to add trip cancellation and interruption insurance.

Thinking of visiting the U.S. more than once this year or travelling abroad elsewhere? Consider getting annual travel insurance. It will cover you for all your trips, all year long—making your life easier.

All Canadian travellers—including snowbirds—must comply with the entry requirements for their means of travel. To help you prepare for your trip, see our comprehensive report on snowbirds.

Food, alcoholic beverages, and gifts are some of the things you can bring home from a trip to the United States or elsewhere. It’s important to understand these personal exemptions so you can avoid paying duties and taxes or having prohibited items confiscated.

Similarly, you should know what foods you can and cannot bring into the United States by land. Regulations on the entry of animals and animal products into the U.S. change frequently based on disease outbreaks in various parts of the world.

Check out our helpful information and tips for travellers during the pandemic, including health measures for before, during, and after a trip, cancellation policies, travel insurance, and more.

Have a criminal record? You probably won’t be allowed to enter the U.S. (or stop over), even if you have received a pardon in Canada. To obtain a waiver (fees apply) or for further information, contact the U.S. Consulate General. Note that a waiver is not required if you have a record of impaired driving with no aggravating factors (no injuries or deaths).