Is there any rule that a Canadian citizen entering US should have ticket back?

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Is there any regulation or law such that a Canadian citizen who travels to US to have and show a ticket at the border for returning back?



Best Answer

There is no regulation or law that makes it mandatory for a Canadian citizen (especially if you are entering under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative) to have a return ticket when entering the United States. However, as with any other government, the United States (and by statutory extension, CBP officers) can deny any person entry for any reason, including and particularly if a person seems to intend on staying past their permitted length of stay.

For that reason, if you are entering the United States by any means, even if by car, you should be fully prepared to answer 1) how long you're staying, 2) where you're staying, 3) when and how you're leaving the US, and 4) why you're entering the US.

Just as a side note, you can read about someone who was denied entry for a similar reason, but note that this individual also screwed up his answers when he was questioned by CBP. (and he did eventually get into the US).




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Do I need a return ticket to enter US from Canada?

Travelers entering by air or sea must also have a return/onward ticket out of the United States. If the return/onward ticket terminates in Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, or any Caribbean island, the traveler must be a legal resident of that country/territory. If traveling by land, there is a $7 fee when crossing the border.

Do I need a return ticket to enter US?

If you're travelling to the US with an US airline, you'll be asked to provide a return ticket. In some cases, if you're travelling without a return ticket, you may also be obligated to buy one to be allowed to board the plane.

Can a Canadian citizen travel to USA on one way ticket?

There is no regulation or law that makes it mandatory for a Canadian citizen (especially if you are entering under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative) to have a return ticket when entering the United States.

Can Canadian residents enter US?

Canadian permanent residents may need a non-immigrant visa to enter the United States. You must obtain this visa from the U.S. authorities before entering the country. You must also have a valid passport from your country of citizenship.



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