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Prevention and Planning
Travel Advisory
Flights and Border Services
Can US person travel to Canada?
What are the rules for going to Canada from the US?

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering British Columbia for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to British Columbia provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

As of April 1, pre-arrival tests will no longer be required for fully vaccinated travellers entering Canada. However, travellers may be randomly selected for testing upon arrival, but will not required to quarantine while awaiting results.

Current Phase/Stage - As of April 8: All restrictions are lifted.

Some businesses and other settings may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination and/or to wear a mask.

All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

As of April 8: All restrictions are lifted; restaurants, bars, nightclubs and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations.

Some restaurants, bars and other food or drink establishments may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination.

As of April 8: All restrictions are lifted; all venues can resume regular operations.

Some businesses and other settings may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination and/or to wear a mask.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Alberta for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to Alberta provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - Mandatory mask requirements are lifted for public indoor spaces but are still required for people aged 13 and over on public transit throughout Alberta.

All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

All restrictions are lifted; restaurants, bars, nightclubs and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations.

All restrictions are lifted; all venues can resume regular operations.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Saskatchewan for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to Saskatchewan provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - All restrictions are lifted.

All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

All restrictions are lifted; restaurants, bars, nightclubs and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations.

All restrictions are lifted; all venues can resume regular operations.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Manitoba for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to Manitoba provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.Travel to and from northern Manitoba is restricted, with exceptions for those who are fully vaccinated, those who are travelling directly to cottages, provincial parks, campgrounds or hunting and fishing lodges, and other specific exceptions.

Current Phase/Stage - As of March 15: All regions in Manitoba are in the green (limited risk) response level.

All restrictions are lifted.

All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

As of March 15: All restrictions are lifted; restaurants, bars, nightclubs and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations.

As of March 15: All restrictions are lifted; all venues can resume regular operations.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Ontario for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to Ontario provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - As of March 21: Mandatory mask restrictions are lifted in indoor public spaces throughout Ontario but are still required for specific indoor settings, including public transit.

Some businesses and other settings may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination and/or to wear a mask.

All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular.

All restrictions are lifted; restaurants, bars, nightclubs and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations.

Some restaurants, bars and other food or drink establishments may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination.

Some businesses and other settings may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination and/or to wear a mask.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Quebec for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

Travellers entering Nunavik and James Bay may be required to self-isolate.

Travel restrictions - Travel to Nunavik and James Bay is restricted to essential travel only.

Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to Quebec provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - Masks are mandatory throughout Quebec in indoor public spaces and on public transit for anyone aged 10 and older.

As of March 12: A vaccine passport is no longer required to access businesses, events and venues.

Accommodations are open with control/safety measures in place.

As of March 12: A vaccine passport is no longer required and all capacity limits and other restrictions are lifted. Eating and drinking establishments can resume regular operations but mask requirements remain in place.

As of March 12: A vaccine passport is no longer required to access businesses, events and venues.

All capacity limits are lifted; all venues can resume regular operations but mask requirements remain in place.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering New Brunswick for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to New Brunswick provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements and have pre-registered. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - As of March 14: All restrictions are lifted.

As of March 14: All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

As of March 14: All restrictions are lifted; restaurants and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations.

As of March 14: All restrictions are lifted; businesses and venues can resume regular operations.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Nova Scotia for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to Nova Scotia provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - As of March 21: Nova Scotia is in Phase 3 of its reopening plan.

Mandatory mask restrictions are lifted throughout Nova Scotia with exceptions for high-risk settings.

As of March 21: All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

As of March 21: All restrictions are lifted; restaurants and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations.

As of March 21: All restrictions are lifted; businesses and venues can resume regular operations.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Prince Edward Island for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements, with rapid testing on entry and on days 2 and 4.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals who have a PEI Pass can travel to Prince Edward Island provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - As of April 6: Prince Edward Island is in Step 3 of its Moving On –Transition Plan to Living with COVID-19.

Accommodations are open with control/safety measures in place.

As of April 6: All capacity limits are lifted; eating and drinking establishments can resume regular operations but mask requirements remain in place.

As of April 6: All capacity limits are lifted; all venues can resume regular operations but mask requirements remain in place.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Newfoundland and Labrador for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to Newfoundland and Labrador provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - As of March 14: All restrictions are lifted.

Wearing a mask is strongly recommended in indoor public spaces but not required.

As of March 14: All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

As of March 14: All restrictions are lifted; restaurants and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations.

As of March 14: All restrictions are lifted; businesses and venues can resume regular operations.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Yukon for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements.

The Government of Canada has specific guidelines for driving to or from Alaska through Canada.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to Yukon provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Travellers are asked to follow these guidelines if they must travel to Yukon communities. Several First Nations governments and communities currently have travel advisories in place. If a First Nations government or community has not issued an advisory, travel responsibly and follow the Safe 6 plus 1.

Current Phase/Stage - As of March 18: All restrictions are lifted, including lifting of mask requirements, with exceptions for higher-risk settings.

Some businesses and other settings may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination and/or to wear a mask.

As of March 18: All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

As of March 18: All restrictions are lifted; eating and drinking establishments can resume regular operations. Some establishments may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination.

As of March 18: All restrictions are lifted; businesses and other settings can resume regular operations. Some places may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination and/or to wear a mask.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering the Northwest Territories for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements and submit a mandatory self-isolation plan 24 hours in advance of arrival.

Travel restrictions - As of March 1, fully vaccinated foreign nationals can travel to the Northwest Territories provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements and must complete a self-isolation plan. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - As of April 1: All restrictions are lifted, including mask requirements.

Businesses and other settings may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination and/or to wear a mask.

As of April 1: All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

As of April 1: All restrictions are lifted; restaurants and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations. Some eating and drinking establishments may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination.

As of April 1: All restrictions are lifted; all venues can resume regular operations. Some businesses and other settings may choose to continue to require patrons to show proof of vaccination and/or to wear a mask.

Traveller self-isolation required - No self-isolation upon entering Nunavut for fully vaccinated foreign nationals provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements and are admitted to enter Nunavut. Unvaccinated children will not be able to forgo the mandatory 10-day self-isolation requirement.

Travel restrictions - Fully vaccinated foreign nationals may be authorized to travel to Nunavut provided that they meet specific entry and testing requirements. Entry will continue to be prohibited for foreign nationals who are not fully vaccinated.

Current Phase/Stage - Masks are mandatory across Nunavut.

As of April 11: All restrictions are lifted, including mask requirements.

Accommodations are open with control/safety measures in place.

As of April 11: All restrictions are lifted; accommodations can resume regular operations.

As of March 28: Restaurants and bars may operate to maximum 75% capacity. Singing and dancing is permitted.

As of April 11: All restrictions are lifted; restaurants and other licenced establishments can resume regular operations.

As of March 28: All businesses and services can open with 2-metre physical distancing in place. Libraries, museums and galleries can have up to 25 people or 50% capacity; group tours can have up to 25 people. Arenas can have up to 50 people or 50% capacity, whichever is less. The Iqaluit theatre may have up to 100 people or 75% capacity, whichever is less, per screening room with no moving between rooms.

As of April 11: All restrictions are lifted; all venues can resume regular operations.

Prevention and Planning

The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is actively monitoring COVID-19 (coronavirus). You can find preventative information here on the PHAC’s website or call the Health Canada COVID-19 information line at 1-833-784-4397 for further information.

Travel Advisory

Travelers are encouraged to read the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) travel health notices here.
For the latest official government of Canada updates on travel restrictions, please visit the PHAC website.

Flights and Border Services

For everything you need to know to prepare for a worry-free flight to or in Canada, please visit the Government of Canada website. This resource includes information about airports, requirements and more.

Can US person travel to Canada?

Citizens and permanent residents of the United States Citizens of the United States need a valid U.S. passport to fly to or transit through a Canadian airport. Citizens of the United States coming to Canada by car, bus, train or boat need to carry proper identification and meet the basic requirements to enter Canada.