Traveling to the USA as a Canadian Permanent Resident: Passport Requirements

Learn if Canadian permanent residents can travel to the USA without a passport and the necessary travel documentation required.

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No, a Canadian permanent resident cannot travel to the USA without a passport. They need a valid passport from their country of citizenship and a valid U.S. visa or an approved Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) if coming from a visa waiver country.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Do Canadian permanent residents need a visa to enter the USA? Yes, Canadian permanent residents typically need a valid U.S. visa or an approved ESTA to enter the USA.
  2. What documents do I need to travel to the USA from Canada? You need a valid passport from your country of citizenship and, depending on your case, a U.S. visa or an ESTA.
  3. Can I travel to the USA without my Canadian permanent resident card? Yes, but you must have a valid passport and the appropriate visa or ESTA; the permanent resident card is not a travel document.
  4. What is an ESTA? An ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) allows citizens of visa waiver countries to travel to the USA for tourism or business for up to 90 days without a visa.

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