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Dave the Canuck · 18-06-2009, 08:13

In addition to Huds' notice above. Boaters who enter Canada and then wish to return to the US are now REQUIRED to present a passport when re-entering the States.

"Effective June 1, 2009, all U.S. citizens are now required to present a passport book, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document when entering the United States.
Please Note: Children under age 16 will be able to continue crossing land and sea borders using only a U.S. birth certificate (or other form of U.S. citizenship such as a naturalization certificate.). The original birth certificate or a copy may be used. See the Department of Homeland Security's Ready, Set.. Go! for more information on the changing travel requirements."

I can't wait to hear the conversation at US Customs when some lucky boater is refused re-entry into their own country.

Here's the link. Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative

18-06-2009, 08:13	#2
Dave the Canuck Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada Boat: Catalina 34 - "Points North" Posts: 340	Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative In addition to Huds' notice above. Boaters who enter Canada and then wish to return to the US are now REQUIRED to present a passport when re-entering the States. "Effective June 1, 2009, all U.S. citizens are now required to present a passport book, passport card, or WHTI-compliant document when entering the United States. Please Note: Children under age 16 will be able to continue crossing land and sea borders using only a U.S. birth certificate (or other form of U.S. citizenship such as a naturalization certificate.). The original birth certificate or a copy may be used. See the Department of Homeland Security's Ready, Set.. Go! for more information on the changing travel requirements." I can't wait to hear the conversation at US Customs when some lucky boater is refused re-entry into their own country. Here's the link. Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative __________________ Dave