As a Michigan resident, here’s what you need to enter Canada:
1. Valid Travel Document
- U.S. citizens: A passport, passport card, or enhanced driver’s license (EDL).
- Michigan offers an Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL) that is valid for land and sea crossings (but not air travel).
- A standard driver’s license alone is not sufficient for entry by air.
- Permanent Residents (Green Card holders): Bring your valid Green Card and passport.
- Other nationalities: Check if you need a visa or an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization).
2. Purpose of Visit
- Be prepared to explain your reason for entering Canada (tourism, business, visiting family, etc.).
3. COVID-19 Requirements (If Applicable)
- As of 2024, Canada has lifted most COVID-19 restrictions, but check for updates before traveling.
4. Criminal Inadmissibility
- If you have a DUI or other criminal record, you may be denied entry. You might need a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) or Rehabilitation.
5. Border Crossing Tips
- By land: Popular crossings include the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel and Blue Water Bridge (Port Huron-Sarnia).
- By air: A passport book is required.
- NEXUS members: Faster processing with a NEXUS card.
Returning to the U.S.
- U.S. citizens need a passport, passport card, or EDL to re-enter.
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