Travel to Canada with an expired GC and NOA

[vsnano 0]

So, I will be taking a cruise soon that will end in Canada. I have my I-751 NOA in hand, and by the time of my trip my GC will be expired. I know the US customs should not have a problem with accepting my expired GC and my NOA, but I am a bit worried about entry in to Canada.

I can get a visa-free entry in to Canada because of GC, but otherwise I would need a visa. Do you guys think that the Canadians are fairly aware (and may be their systems are linked with the USCIS?) to verify that my GC was extended by 1 year? Should I get a visa just in case?

[Inky 1,110]

So, I will be taking a cruise soon that will end in Canada. I have my I-751 NOA in hand, and by the time of my trip my GC will be expired. I know the US customs should not have a problem with accepting my expired GC and my NOA, but I am a bit worried about entry in to Canada.

I can get a visa-free entry in to Canada because of GC, but otherwise I would need a visa. Do you guys think that the Canadians are fairly aware (and may be their systems are linked with the USCIS?) to verify that my GC was extended by 1 year? Should I get a visa just in case?

You cannot use a GC to enter Canada. It is ONLY for entering the USA.

[vsnano 0]

You cannot use a GC to enter Canada. It is ONLY for entering the USA.

I know you are Canadian, and I am sorry to correct you, but: Yes, you can use a GC to enter Canada (along with your passport, of course.)

This really mostly applies to people like me who, without their GC, would need a visa otherwise.

Proof: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp#exemptions "You do not need a visa to visit or transit in Canada if you are a United States citizen or a person lawfully admitted to the United States for permanent residence who is in possession of their alien registration card (Green card)"

Edited May 5, 2013 by vsnano

[Inky 1,110]

I know you are Canadian, and I am sorry to correct you, but: Yes, you can use a GC to enter Canada (along with your passport, of course.)

This really mostly applies to people like me who, without their GC, would need a visa otherwise.

Proof: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp (Read the "Visitor Visa Exemptions" section)

Sorry but no I answered your question correctly.

You cannot use a green card to enter Canada. You must have a valid passport with at least 3 months left of validity to enter Canada.

You asked if you can use your green card to enter, you cannot use just a green card. You never asked about using a passport.

[vsnano 0]

You asked if you can use your green card to enter, you cannot use just a green card. You never asked about using a passport.

I proved you wrong and now you are just being belligerent.

Please read my original post again. I WILL have a passport, an expired GC and an extension letter.

[Inky 1,110]

I proved you wrong and now you are just being belligerent.

Please read my original post again. I WILL have a passport, an expired GC and an extension letter.

But you didn't prove me wrong, you cannot enter with just a green card and I answered. You never said you planned to use a passport. You asked about an expired green card and NOA and I answered no you cannot use those to enter. Which is correct, you must have a valid passport. With your green card the passport is what allows you in with the proof of US residency.

[vsnano 0]

But you didn't prove me wrong, you cannot enter with just a green card and I answered. You never said you planned to use a passport. You asked about an expired green card and NOA and I answered no you cannot use those to enter. Which is correct, you must have a valid passport. With your green card the passport is what allows you in with the proof of US residency.

Did I not mention the option of getting visa? Did I say something about a dog eating my passport? Of course I will have my passport with me! I travel abroad and I know you need a passport to enter the US and any other country in the world.

You didn't really answer my main issue... thanks for your insight though.

[hikergirl 277]

You didn’t say anything about having a valid passport with you (on your original post) for when you entered and you asked about a green card only.

Canada always requires a Passport or an Enhanced Driver’s Licence to enter by land, sea or air. The Green Card is not in place of a Passport, just the need for a Visa.

Inky’s first answer was correct and your response was rude nor did it prove your point.

That being said, you should be fine to come into Canada with a valid Passport and your original I-751 NOA1. The CBSA website says you will need a valid Green Card or proof of legal permanent residency.

[vsnano 0]

How is this rude:

I know you are Canadian, and I am sorry to correct you, but: Yes, you can use a GC to enter Canada (along with your passport, of course.)

You didn’t say anything about having a valid passport with you (on your original post) for when you entered and you asked about a green card only.

Canada always requires a Passport or an Enhanced Driver’s Licence to enter by land, sea or air. The Green Card is not in place of a Passport, just the need for a Visa.

So does the US. So do I would say all the countries in the world. It was implied that I will have my passport. If I didn't have my passport... my bigger worry would be getting back in to the US.

[Inky 1,110]

So does the US. So do I would say all the countries in the world. It was implied that I will have my passport. If I didn't have my passport... my bigger worry would be getting back in to the US.

No it wouldn't be because you can use just a green card to enter the USA.