Is it safe to cross the US-Canada land border?

Restrictions on travelers crossing the US-Canada land border for non-essential purposes will help the people of both countries remain safe and reduce spread of the virus, while preserving supply chains. Will I be able to cross the land border to go to work?

Can US citizens travel to Canada now?

Starting August 9, 2021, American citizens and permanent residents of the United States, who currently reside in the U.S. and who qualify as fully vaccinated travellers, will be able to enter Canada for discretionary or non-essential travel.

What documents do I need to cross the border into Canada?

To cross the border into Canada you will need the following documents: American Citizens: A passport is not required but is strongly recommended. For Canadians returning to Canada: a passport is strongly recommended by the Canadian Border Services Agency.

Do you need a passport to cross the Canadian border at Niagara?

Niagara Falls Border Crossing Information. If you plan to visit Canada for a few hours, the day, or even an extended period of time, the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, or WHTI, requires U.S. and Canadian travelers to present a passport or other document that denotes identity and citizenship when entering the U.S. U.S.

Why do Americans and Canadians cross the land border every day?

Americans and Canadians cross the land border every day to do essential work or for other urgent or essential reasons, and that travel will not be impacted. What restrictions are there to essential travel?

When will Canada close its borders to foreigners?

On March 16, 2020, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued a proclamation closing Canada’s borders to most foreign nationals in response to COVID-19. The new measures is extended until August 21, 2021. Who can enter Canada?