Under a newly enforced rule, Canadians who stay in the U.S. for more than 30 days must now register with U.S. authorities. Those who fail to comply could face severe penalties, fines, and even misdemeanors. While this requirement was previously unenforced, it has now become a key part of the U.S. government’s “Protecting the American People Against Invasion” initiative.
Border Detentions and Passport Issues Spark Concerns
This advisory comes as reports increase of foreign tourists, including Canadians, facing detentions at U.S. borders due to visa problems and documentation errors. A controversial executive order now mandates that passports reflect the sex assigned at birth, causing difficulties for transgender and non-binary travelers. In light of these issues, countries like Canada are warning their citizens to be cautious when traveling to the U.S.
Canada-U.S. Tensions Escalate
Compounding these travel challenges is the growing tension between Canada and the U.S. over trade and political matters. U.S. rhetoric about the possibility of Canada becoming the 51st state has added further strain to the relationship, making cross-border travel more complicated than before.
Canadian Travel to the U.S. Declines
Recent statistics show a noticeable decline in Canadian travel to the U.S. There was a 23% drop in car travel and a 13.1% decrease in air travel to the U.S. in February alone. In total, 585,700 trips were made by Canadians that month, reflecting growing uncertainty and hesitation among travelers.
With these new travel requirements and ongoing concerns about safety and documentation, Canadian citizens are advised to stay updated on the latest travel advisories before planning any trips to the United States.
