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PASSPORT INFORMATION
Crossing Made Easy
Really - it's easy, but please note that the laws have changed! Effective June 1, 2009, U.S. and Canadian citizens will need either a passport or one of several other accepted forms of I.D. to drive to and from Windsor and Detroit. It really is easy to come to Canada and Amherstburg, any time-just make sure you have the appropriate documents to avoid any delays at the border! You can drive over the bridge or through the tunnel, just like you always have. Simply bring your passport, US passport card, enhanced driver's license, NEXUS card, or FAST/EXPRESS card, and you're good to go - and get back home, too!
You also need a passport if you're flying to Canada. And, with the ease of using the Windsor airport, and its gateway access to major highways, rail and air connections, it's a great option to consider!
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Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI):
Begininning June 1, 2009, U.S. and Canadian Citizens will be required to present one of the following documents for travel across the U.S./Canada Border by land or sea.
U.S. Passport Card:
Valid for 10 years if age 16 & older, for 5 years if under the age of 16.
U.S. Passport Cards are issued by the U.S. Department of State
Limitations: Not valid for interational air travel
For More Information Click Here
Enhanced Driver's License:
Validity varies by state or province. Issued by individual state or province.
Limitations: Not valid for international air travel
For more info visit your state or provincial government website.
Michigan Residents Click Here
Ontario Residents Click Here
U.S. Passport:
Validity: 10 years (adults), 5 years (under age 16)
Issued by U.S. Department of State
For More Information Click Here
Canadian Passport:
Validity: 5 years (age 3 and older), 3 years (under age 3)
Issued by: Passport Canada
For More Information Click Here
Trusted Traveller Programs:
NEXUS Card: For pre-approved, low-risk travellers crossing the U.S./Canada border.
Added Benefits: Access to dedicated commuter lanes on the northern border and expedited marine reporting; access to NEXUS kiosks at designated Canadian airports.
Valid for 5 years, issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Click Here for more information and online application
FAST/EXPRES Card: For pre-approved, low-risk commercial truck drivers crossing either the northern or southern border at dedicated lanes.
Added Benefits: Access to dedicated lanes for commercial shipments on both the northern and southern border.
Valid for 5 years, issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Follow this link more information and online application.
Beginning June 1, 2009, U.S. & Canadian citizens under the age of 16, or under the age of 19 if travelling with a school, religious, or other youth group, may present a birth certificate, Consular Report of Birth Abroad, Canadian Citizenship Card or a naturalization certificate. Birth certificates can be an original, photocopy or certified copy.
DETROIT WINDSOR TUNNEL
Click Here to visit the Detroit Windsor Tunnel Website for up to date traffic conditions.
Toll (passenger vehicle):
- Windsor to Detroit - $4.50 CDN / U.S. approximately
- Detroit to Windsor - $4.75 CDN / U.S. approximately
Crossing into Canada, the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel is a direct link to:
- Downtown Windsor/Ouellette Avenue
- Casino Windsor
- Highway 401
- Windsor International Airport
- VIA Rail
Crossing into the U.S., the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel is a direct link to:
- Downtown Detroit
- The Lodge Freeway (M-10)
- I-75 (easy access to Northbound I-75)
- Detroit City Airport
Duty Free Shopping:
Shopping "duty free" means no GST, no federal tax, no manufacturing tax, no excise tax and no provincial tax. It all adds up to huge savings for you!
The Tunnel Duty Free Shop
Follow this link to be redirected to the Duty Free Website
- Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- Located on the Canadian Tunnel Plaza at 465 Goyeau Street (keep right after paying toll, before entrance to tunnel)
- Competitive exchange rates are offered for those wishing to convert U.S. dollars to Canadian, and vice versa
- Ontario lottery tickets are also sold
The Tunnel Duty Free Shop offers a wide selection of goods including:
- Designer fragrances from the top designers in Europe and North America
- Elegant jewelry designed by renowned artists worldwide
- Beer, Spirits and Wine