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[v333k 59]

Hi,

I am going to visit my friend in Seattle in November and he suggested we go to Vancouver. I am a LPR and my passport is expired, and I don't want to renew it. He told me that we can drive without a passport, just the GC. Is it true we can drive to Canada and back into the US without a passport or can it become problematic if we go?

thanks!

[desi78 1]

Passport is a must, primary form of identification. I wouldn't travel without either if I were you. Even though you have a green card, it doesn't portray where you are a citizen of. Passport, and or passport card required. New law since June 2009, I think.

[Markieboy 104]

Hi,

I am going to visit my friend in Seattle in November and he suggested we go to Vancouver. I am a LPR and my passport is expired, and I don't want to renew it. He told me that we can drive without a passport, just the GC. Is it true we can drive to Canada and back into the US without a passport or can it become problematic if we go?

thanks!

Before 9/11 I used to visit B.C. with just a driver's license. Now, you need passport.

[Sc0tt28 26]

Sheesh! Where you people get this information I will never know. www.getyouhome.gov explains the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) and under the "Special Groups" category are "U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents". All you need to travel to the US, is your permanent resident card. As far as getting into whatever country you want to visit...that is up to you and that country but chances are, you are already a citizen of that country and even an expired passport will prove that.

Bottom line? Green card is good enough. Check it out - http://www.getyouhome.gov/html/lang_eng/eng_sa.html

[v333k 59]

Sheesh! Where you people get this information I will never know. www.getyouhome.gov explains the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) and under the "Special Groups" category are "U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents". All you need to travel to the US, is your permanent resident card. As far as getting into whatever country you want to visit...that is up to you and that country but chances are, you are already a citizen of that country and even an expired passport will prove that.

Bottom line? Green card is good enough. Check it out - http://www.getyouhom...eng/eng_sa.html

Thanks. I was reading some references but they were all a while back and wasn't sure if they are still valid.

If I am not driving, do you think they need to see my DL? Because since I moved, I didn't update the DL on my address but USCIS has my new updated address. If they ask to see my DL, then the address will not match.

[Jadenjewel 9]

Hi,

Here is the government website http://www.cbsa.gc.ca/security-securite/admiss-eng.html:thumbs:

[Udella&Wiz 325]

Just a suggestion - why not suck it up and get the new DL or change the address for it - whatever you need to do? And why wouldn't you want to have a passport for the only country you are currently a citizen of (Canada)? I see from your timeline you'll be applying for citizenship in Dec - but that might take another half a year (and then more to get a US passport)so wouldn't it just be prudent to have good solid identification for travelling purposes.

Not trying to antagonize, just curious why you don't bite the bullet and renew them?

[Colleens 40]

You will require either your canadian passport, citizenship card or canadian birth certificate to cross back into Canada. Canadian Border Services Agency recommends having a passport. Your green card will get you back into the US

[Marilyn. 340]

the few times I have went back to Canada over the land border I just showed my Green card both ways with no problems.. I did have my BC and passport with me in case they wanted to see them but they never asked...

[Yellowhead 12]

Hi,

I am going to visit my friend in Seattle in November and he suggested we go to Vancouver. I am a LPR and my passport is expired, and I don't want to renew it. He told me that we can drive without a passport, just the GC. Is it true we can drive to Canada and back into the US without a passport or can it become problematic if we go?

thanks!

If you drive, this is what you need: http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/security-securite/admiss-eng.html

"When you enter Canada, a CBSA officer may ask to see your passport and a valid visa, if one is necessary. If you are a citizen of the United States, you do not need a passport to enter Canada. However, you should carry proof of your citizenship, such as a birth certificate, certificate of citizenship or naturalization, as well as photo identification. If you are a permanent resident of Canada or the U.S, you should bring your Permanent Resident Card with you."

By air, you definitely need a passport.

[v333k 59]

Just a suggestion - why not suck it up and get the new DL or change the address for it - whatever you need to do? And why wouldn't you want to have a passport for the only country you are currently a citizen of (Canada)? I see from your timeline you'll be applying for citizenship in Dec - but that might take another half a year (and then more to get a US passport)so wouldn't it just be prudent to have good solid identification for travelling purposes.

Not trying to antagonize, just curious why you don't bite the bullet and renew them?

Thanks everyone!

I am not Canadian by the way. The issue with my passport is a very long story and I would like to avoid it as much as possible. As for my DL, yes, I should get it updated but I was curious about what really goes on at the US-Canadian border.

If you drive, this is what you need: http://www.cbsa-asfc...admiss-eng.html

"When you enter Canada, a CBSA officer may ask to see your passport and a valid visa, if one is necessary. If you are a citizen of the United States, you do not need a passport to enter Canada. However, you should carry proof of your citizenship, such as a birth certificate, certificate of citizenship or naturalization, as well as photo identification. If you are a permanent resident of Canada or the U.S, you should bring your Permanent Resident Card with you."

By air, you definitely need a passport.

Thanks! I guess this answers my question.