Official Travel Documents Are Required to Enter and Leave Canada

As a Canadian citizen, you’ll need a valid Canadian passport and may need other related documents for international travel. Be sure to renew your passport well in advance of the six month window, as Passport Canada is currently experiencing a backlog.

Renewing your Canadian passport.

Visit Passport Canada for passport requirements, online renewals and information about other required travel documents.

Your local CAA Store provides Canadian passport photos, photos for visas and passports for other countries and International Driving Permits.

Canadian passport photos.

Passport photos for adults and children

CAA Stores provide Canadian passport photos in colour or black and white, for adults and children. These are available for CAA Members and non-members. CAA Plus Members enjoy free Canadian passport photos with Membership.

International Driving Permits

Some countries require special driving permits in addition to your regular driver's licence. These International Driving Permits (IDP) are available exclusively at CAA Stores for both Members and non-members.

Visa and passport photos for other countries

Your local CAA Store can also provide photos for visa and passport applications for other countries. Please present the specific photo requirements at the store.

Passport photo prices.

CAA Membership	Price
CAA Basic Members	$8.95 + Tax
CAA Plus Members	Free
CAA Premier Members	Free
CAA Corporate Members	Free
Non-members	$19.95 + Tax

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New entry requirements to the United States.

The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) requires all travellers, including Canadians, to carry a passport or other appropriate secure documentation when travelling to the United States. Not sure what documents you need to travel? Speak to a CAA Travel Consultant or our customer care team at 1-866-286-9323.

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Air travel.

Since January 23, 2007, the WHTI requires Canadian citizens entering or leaving the United States by air to present either:

A valid Canadian Passport or
A NEXUS card, when used at a NEXUS kiosk

This requirement applies to all Canadian citizens, including children. Ensure that you have the appropriate required documentation before leaving Canada, keep this documentation up-to-date and carry it with you when travelling.

Land and sea travel.

As of June 1, 2009, Canadian citizens travelling to the United States by land or water must present one of the following valid documents as part of the U.S. Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) requirements:

A valid Canadian passport or
A NEXUS card or
A Free and Secure Trade (FAST) card or
An enhanced driver's licence/identification card (from a province or territory, where available)

Proof of Canadian citizenship, such as an original or photocopy of a birth certificate or citizenship card, is required for:

Children aged 15 and under and
Citizens aged 18 and under who are travelling with a school or other organized group, under adult supervision with parental/guardian consent

Canadian citizens flying to, through or from the U.S. must still present a valid passport. This requirement applies to all travellers, regardless of age.

Additional travel resources.

The Government of Canada continues to recommend that Canadians carry a valid Canadian passport when visiting all destinations abroad, including the United States. A passport is the only universally accepted identification document. It proves you have a right to return to Canada.

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Stay connected with Registration of Canadians Abroad.

Registration of Canadians Abroad is a free service that sends you notifications about emergencies abroad, personal emergencies at home and natural disasters or civil unrest at your destination. You are encouraged to register for it.

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Find a CAA Travel Consultant.

Have questions about which documents you need to travel to a certain destination? Want to know about safety protocols for a trip you’re considering? Need help planning or booking a getaway? Our knowledgeable CAA Travel Consultants can help.

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