If you're planning a trip to Canada, here's what you need to know about the current travel situation.
As of April 28, 2025, the United States government advises travelers to exercise normal precautions when visiting Canada. This Level 1 advisory was last updated on October 4, 2024, indicating that Canada remains a generally safe destination for American travelers.
For Canadians considering travel to the United States, the Canadian government currently recommends taking normal security precautions, with this advisory last updated on April 4, 2025.
However, there have been some significant changes to U.S. immigration policies that Canadians should be aware of. As of April 11, 2025, the Trump administration implemented a new interim rule requiring Canadians staying in the U.S. for longer than 30 days to register with the U.S. government. Failure to comply with this registration requirement could result in penalties, fines, and misdemeanor prosecution. While most Canadians are exempt from fingerprinting requirements, this may apply in certain circumstances.
This new rule follows a Trump executive order requiring previously unregistered foreign travelers to comply with existing law regarding registration for extended stays. The rule change comes amid ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
For any international travel, proper preparation is essential. The Canadian government emphasizes three key areas to address before departure: travel insurance, travel documents, and final preparations.
Travel insurance is particularly important, as medical bills abroad can quickly reach thousands of dollars, and some hospitals may refuse treatment without proof of insurance or payment. When selecting travel insurance, ensure it covers medical evacuations to Canada or the nearest place with medical care, pre-existing conditions, repatriation in case of death, trip cancellations and interruptions, and lost or stolen luggage.
It's worth noting that many travel insurance policies may not cover you if you travel to regions where the Government of Canada advises against non-essential or all travel. This makes it crucial to check official Travel Advice and Advisories before booking and to register with the Registration of Canadians Abroad service to receive important updates while traveling.
For those planning outdoor activities in either country, take proper safety precautions. Never hike or engage in mountaineering alone, always hire experienced guides, buy comprehensive travel insurance including helicopter rescue and medical evacuation, obtain detailed information on routes before setting out, stay on marked trails, ensure you're physically prepared, check weather conditions, inform someone of your itinerary, and know the symptoms of altitude sickness.
As travel conditions and advisories can change quickly, it's always advisable to check the most current information from official government sources before finalizing your travel plans.
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