Making Your Return to Canada Easier This Easter Weekend
(firmenpresse) - OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 04/03/12 -- The warmer weather brings with it higher travel volumes. This Easter weekend is no exception and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) would like to help you prepare for longer border wait times at some ports of entry.
For information, including entry requirements into Canada, visit the CBSA Web site at , go to and then . There, you'll find a downloadable copy of I Declare, outlining what to expect when you arrive. If you plan to fly, view our video .
Prepare yourself and know what to expect before arriving at the border. Whether you travel by land or air, plan ahead with the following helpful tips:
Travel documents
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Join to take advantage of simplified and expedited border clearance for low-risk, pre-approved members. NEXUS members avoid long lineups using automated, self-serve kiosks at airports or designated NEXUS lanes at specific land border crossings.
Travelling with children
If you are travelling alone with minor children or if you are not the legal guardian, you should carry proper documentation, such as custody and legal separation documents and a letter of authorization to facilitate your entry back into Canada.
Making your declaration
Know your personal exemptions, including those for alcohol and tobacco. Declare all purchases made (including duty-free purchases), and have your receipts totaled and readily available upon your return to Canada.
Food, plants and related products
To avoid bringing pests, viruses and diseases into Canada, all food, plants and related products from other countries must be declared at the border. If you are unsure whether the product is allowed, declare the item and discuss it with a border services officer. No penalties are assessed if goods are declared. Goods that are not declared are subject to seizure, penalties and could lead to prosecution.
Plan ahead
Be sure to check our Web site for travel tips at . You'll find information to help you avoid peak wait times at .
Reminder : The following personal exemption changes take effect June 1, 2012 :
(i)There are no exemptions for same day travel.
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Datum: 03.04.2012 - 08:15 Uhr
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