Mandatory Travel Documents

•	Valid Canadian passport (air travel)
•	Proof of citizenship (alternative documents for land/sea)
•	Foreign passport from second country of citizenship

Learn more about dual citizenship requirements

Emergency Travel Authorization

Eligibility	Process	Validity
• Urgent travel need • No valid passport • Proof of citizenship	1. Complete online form 2. Submit supporting documents 3. Wait for approval	• Single entry only • 48-hour response time • Must obtain passport after arrival

Apply for special authorization

Entry Methods Comparison

Method	Accepted Documents	Additional Requirements
By Air	Canadian passport only	No eTA or visa accepted
By Land/Sea	• Passport • Citizenship certificate • Secure Certificate of Indian Status	Enhanced driver's license (some provinces)

Border services documentation guide

Advance Customs Declaration

Feature	Details	Benefit
Submission Window	Up to 72 hours before arrival	✔ Avoid last-minute delays
Required Information	• Travel details • Goods declaration • Currency reporting	✔ Streamlined verification
Participating Airports	Includes: • Toronto Pearson (YYZ) • Vancouver (YVR) • Montréal-Trudeau (YUL)	✔ Express lane access

Passport Application Timeline

Service Type	Processing Time	Action Required
Standard Application	20 business days	Online application portal
Urgent Service	2-9 business days	In-person appointment required
Emergency Service	24 hours	Proof of immediate travel

Key Considerations

• Child citizenship certificates require separate applications
• Expired passports cannot be used for travel (even if within 15-year issuance)
• Name discrepancies between documents require legal name change process
• Military personnel have special application procedures

Compliance Checklist

✓	Verify passport expiry date (6+ months validity recommended)
✓	Check entry requirements for transit countries
✓	Register foreign-born children proof of citizenship