What are my rights when crossing the US border?

You always have the right to remain silent. Your silence cannot be used against you in court. Be aware that Border Patrol and CBP officers will likely try to force you to talk. If you are detained because of suspicion that you have committed a crime, you have the right to remain silent and contact/speak to an attorney.

Can you just cross the Canadian border?

Starting November 8, 2021, documented non-citizens who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will be allowed to cross the land borders with Canada and Mexico or arrive in the United States by passenger ferry for non-essential reasons, such as to visit friends or family or for tourism.

Do I have to answer Border Patrol questions?

Even though you always have the right to remain silent, if you don’t answer questions to establish your citizenship, officials may deny you entry to the U.S. or detain you for search and/or questioning. Agents may search any person, the inside of any vehicle, and all passenger belongings.

Can you enter Canada right now?

Effective December 21, 2021, at 12:01 am (EST): All Canadians returning from short trips must take a molecular pre-entry test. To limit the further spread of coronavirus in Canada, travel restrictions are in place across all border crossings.

Can a Canadian be denied access to Canada?

Anyone who is not part the essential travelers (workers, students, family of Canadian citizens and permanent residents) will be denied entry to Canada until further notice. Anyone who shows symptoms of COVID-19 will not be allowed to enter Canada by air.

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?

Are there any restrictions on travel to Canada from the US?

On March 21, 2020, the U.S., Mexico, and Canada temporarily restricted non-essential travel across the US-Canada land borders. These restrictions will remain in effect until 11:59 p.m. EDT on December 21, 2020.

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?