Can I travel to Canada with valid visa on old/expired passport?
I recently renewed my passport. I also have an expired passport which has my Canada visa (visitor's) valid for another three years. I have already used my Canadian visa which is multiple entry. I am planning to visit Canada this summer.
Since my valid Canadian visa is in my old/expired passport, do I need to renew/transfer my Canada visa or can I simply travel with valid visa in old passport?
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Yes, I have already faced the same issue 2 years ago. I emailed and called personally Canadian High commission in Manila and they replied with the same answer. I can also confirmed that my last two visits, I never faced any issues with neither airlines nor with Canadian Immigration.
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Can you enter Canada with expiring passport?
While Canadian law allows all American citizens entering Canada to show government-issued photo ID (e.g. Driver's License) and proof of U.S. citizenship such as a U.S. birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or expired U.S. passport to enter, the United States does not accept these documents.Can you travel with an expired passport but valid visa?
In Conclusion. As long as your old expired passport which contains your visa is in great condition and you have a current passport that was issued by the same country, you will be able to enter the United States. As long as you have both passports on you and your visa is still valid.What happens to my Canadian visa when I get a new passport?
Bring a photocopy of your old passport and your new valid passport with you to Canada. When you arrive in Canada, you must tell the border services officer that you have a new passport. The officer will check your documents and print out your work permit if you meet the requirements to enter Canada.What happens if your passport expires with a valid visa?
If your visa is still valid you can travel to the United States with your two passports (old and new), as long as the visa is valid, not damaged, and is the appropriate type of visa required for your principal purpose of travel. (Example: tourist visa, when your principal purpose of travel is tourism).Can You Come to Canada on A Valid Visa on Expired Passport? Find It Here
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