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Visa Requirements - Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada
Citizens of Canada traveling to the United Statesdo not require a nonimmigrant visa, except for the travel purposes described below.Canadian citizens who are inadmissible to the United States under immigration law, or have previously violated the terms of their immigration status in the United States canLearn Moreabout ineligibilities related to Canadians on the CBP website. Canadian citizens with ineligibilities also have the option of applying for a visa and a waiver at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate if it is more convenient for them.
Canadians require nonimmigrant visas for temporary travel to the United States for these purposes:
- Foreign government officials (A); officials and employees of international organizations (G); and NATO officials, representatives, and employees assigned to the United States(NATO)
- Treaty traders (E-1)
- Treaty investors (E-2)
- Spouse or Child of an Australian Treaty Alien coming to the United States Solely to Perform Services in a Specialty Occupation (E-3D)
- Fiancé(e)s (K-1)
- Children of fiancé(e)s (K-2)
- Spouse of a U.S. citizen traveling to the United States to complete the immigration process (K-3)
- Children of a foreign citizen spouse (K-4) described above
- Informant supplying critical information relating to a criminal organization (S-5)
- Informant supplying critical information relating to terrorism (S-6)
- Qualified family member (S-7) of an S-5 or S-6 visa holder described above
Permanent residents (landed immigrants) of Canadamust have a nonimmigrant visa unless the permanent resident is a national of a country that participates in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), meets the VWP requirements, and is seeking to enter the United Statesfor 90 days or less under that program.
Additional resourcesfor Canadian visitors to the United Statescan be found on theU.S. Embassy and Consulate websitesin Canada – including information forEntering the United StatesandBusiness Travel to the United States.
Visa Requirements - Citizens of Bermuda
Citizens of Bermuda traveling to the United Statesdo not require a nonimmigrant visa for travel up to 180 days, except for the travel purposes described below. Additionally, Bermudian citizens do not require a visa unless they are ineligible for a visa under U.S. immigration law, or have previously violated the terms of their immigration status in the U.S.
Citizens of Bermuda require nonimmigrant visas when traveling to the U.S. for these purposes:
- Foreign government officials (A); and officials and employees of international organizations (G)
- Fiancé(e)s (K-1)
- Children of fiancé(e)s (K-2)
- Spouse of a U.S. citizen traveling to the United States to complete the immigration process (K-3)
- Children of a foreign citizen spouse (K-4) described above
- Informant supplying critical information relating to a criminal organization (S-5)
- Informant supplying critical information relating to terrorism (S-6)
- Qualified family member (S-7) of an S-5 or S-6 visa holder described above
- Other travel purposes where the intended stay is longer than 180 days
Additional resourcesfor Bermudian visitors to the U.S. can be found on the U.S. Consulate Hamilton website underVisa Exemptions for Bermudians.
Entering the United States
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials at the port-of-entry have authority to permit or deny admission to the United States.Learn more about admissions and entry requirements, restrictions about bringing food, agricultural products, and other restricted/prohibited goods, and more by reviewing theCBP website.
Greetings, fellow travelers! As an avid explorer and enthusiast of international affairs, I find great joy in unraveling the intricacies of global mobility. Today, I bring forth a wealth of knowledge related to U.S. visas, specifically focusing on the Travel.State.Gov article you shared.
Let's delve into the key concepts outlined in the article regarding U.S. visas for citizens of Canada and Bermuda:
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Visa Requirements for Canadians:
- Canadian citizens generally do not require a nonimmigrant visa for travel to the U.S., except for specific purposes.
- Canadians may need visas for purposes such as foreign government officials, treaty traders, investors, fiancé(e)s, and more.
- Permanent residents (landed immigrants) of Canada usually require a nonimmigrant visa unless eligible for the Visa Waiver Program.
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Visa Requirements for Bermudians:
- Citizens of Bermuda usually do not need a nonimmigrant visa for short stays, but certain purposes may require one.
- Similar to Canadians, Bermudian citizens may need visas for purposes like foreign government officials, fiancé(e)s, and specific family members.
- Additional resources for Bermudian visitors can be found on the U.S. Consulate Hamilton website under Visa Exemptions.
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Entering the United States:
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials determine admission to the U.S. at the port-of-entry.
- Travelers are advised to review the CBP website for information on admissions, entry requirements, and restrictions on items like food and agricultural products.
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Additional Resources:
- The article mentions additional resources for Canadian visitors on the U.S. Embassy and Consulate websites, including information on entering the U.S. and business travel.
- Bermudian visitors can find more resources on the U.S. Consulate Hamilton website, particularly regarding Visa Exemptions.
In conclusion, this comprehensive overview serves as a guide for those planning travel to the United States from Canada or Bermuda. If you have any specific questions or need further details on a particular aspect, feel free to ask! Happy travels!
