Prepare Early for Crossing the Border

Required Personal Identification

To enter Canada by car, every person in the vehicle must carry acceptable ID. For U.S. citizens, the following are valid:

• U.S. Passport (strongly recommended as the universal standard) [lcslogistics.com]

• Passport Card (land/sea entry only) [lcslogistics.com]

• Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL), if issued by your state [lcslogistics.com]

• NEXUS card (for members using NEXUS lanes) [lcslogistics.com]

For minors: Children under 16 need proof of U.S. citizenship (e.g., birth certificate). If bringing a minor who is not your own child, you must carry a parental consent letter. Sometimes this is requested if only one parent is accompanying the child, so best to be safe. [lcslogistics.com]

Vehicle Requirements

Be ready to show documentation for your vehicle:

• Vehicle registration [lcslogistics.com]

• Proof of insurance valid in Canada

  • U.S. policies typically cover Canada, but checking with your broker would be wise.

  • Optionally you could get a Canadian Non‑Resident Inter‑Province Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance Card from your insurer. [lcslogistics.com]