Crossing the US Canada BORDER on foot | Everything you need to know! Pedestrian Walkway Immigration!

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  • čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
  • The border between Canada and the United States of America is the longest international border in the world. Many USA-Canada borders are open 24/7, and so is the Rainbow Bridge. I share my experience from start to finish to help you have a fun and successful America/Canada border crossing.
    In this video, I’m sharing everything you need to know about the US-Canada land border crossing on foot over the rainbow bridge, Niagara falls. Enjoy the walking views from the bridge and also you'll find out if crossing on a bicycle is allowed. You'll also a group of lamborghini's crossing the border.
    What happens at the border crossing, crossing the rainbow bridge, immigration interviews on both US & Canada, wait times, USA-Canada falls views & entry to US and Canada. What do you need to cross the border? Things you should know before you cross the border.
    Chapters
    0:00 Introduction
    0:22 Topics covered
    0:49 Arrival & Parking
    1:25 Walking to the border crossing and map
    4:45 Why cross the border on foot?
    5:19 What happens at the land border crossing?
    6:36 Walking over the rainbow bridge (Lamborghinis crossing)
    8:19 Entry to the USA
    9:05 Everything about US-Canada Immigration
    9:13 US immigration, border crossing by land requirements (Passport, LPR, US Visa)
    9:33 US immigration interview questions
    10:17 Niagara Falls view on the US side
    14:09 Entry to Canada
    15:17 Entry to Canada, what documents are required? (Passport, PR, Canada Visa, Arrive CAN)
    16:01 Canadian immigration interview questions
    16:32 How long to cross the border on foot?
    17:38 Tips to make your journey enjoyable
    18:26 Wrap up
    The Canada Border Services Agency(CBSA) is a federal law enforcement agency that is responsible for border control, immigration enforcement, and customs services in Canada. On the other side, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) does the same job.
    If you have a border crossing experience, share them in the comments below.
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Komentáře • 116

  • @thasneen
    @thasneen  Před rokem +2

    If you're planning a trip to Niagara Falls, watch this video before you go: Top 35 Things To Do in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada:
    czcams.com/video/rHQdXBmOQyA/video.html

  • @SkinnyJollof
    @SkinnyJollof Před rokem +1

    Thanks for this! Super helpful

  • @arishin-aquato79
    @arishin-aquato79 Před rokem +4

    This was super informative! Thank you so much for making this.

  • @ChillExplorerNigel
    @ChillExplorerNigel Před 10 měsíci +2

    Thank you for making this incredibly informative video!😃 I actually watched this before I had a chance to walk to the US side of Niagara Falls on the Rainbow Bridge last month, and your video added to the excitement of my adventure!

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před 10 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed the walk, thank you for the wonderful feedback 😊

  • @niladrisadhukhan
    @niladrisadhukhan Před 2 měsíci +2

    Very Informative, thank you!

  • @malcomdavila
    @malcomdavila Před 9 měsíci +1

    Your voice is nice , no wasted words

  • @BobRey2008
    @BobRey2008 Před rokem +1

    Good to know.👍

  • @reenamathew1078
    @reenamathew1078 Před 2 lety +4

    Thank you 🙏🏻 Thas for this video.Appreciate it,very helpful.I wonder 🤔 if we could take pets (small dog)with us.
    Hope you could upload more videos like this( summer trips).

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před 2 lety +1

      Glad you enjoyed this video. Dogs are allowed, however to enter Canada, dogs have to be rabies vaccinated and you need to have the proof of it- less than 30 days between their rabies shot and the date you cross the border with your dog. Hope this helps :)

    • @reenamathew1078
      @reenamathew1078 Před 2 lety +1

      @@thasneen Thank you tons!💕

  • @BobRey2008
    @BobRey2008 Před rokem +1

    Goodah!😊

  • @yankee04
    @yankee04 Před rokem +3

    This is helpful, but recommend you include the info on the Wego buses or other shuttles.

  • @athiganesh
    @athiganesh Před 8 měsíci +1

    @thasneen if crossing from US to Canada, are there any public transport or taxi near the bridge on canada side to go to Table Rock to see falls from Canada side? We do not have time to walk all the way from bridge to Table Rock?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před 8 měsíci

      Yup taxi is there & also uber. Have fun in Niagara!

  • @r2d2cp3p
    @r2d2cp3p Před rokem +1

    Thanks for this amazing detailed video with most the information is available for me, We are a family of 2 adults and 2 kids, we already have B1/B2 visa, and in the process of getting a Canadian Visitor visa in which application process i mentioned that i will travel to Canada by Air, but like to go by road and not by air......... if you have any idea that we could go from New York Niagra Falls to Canada Niagra Falls by a walk on the rainbow bridge, or by bus? will the officer allow us? or he/she will reject the entry because we mentioned that we will come to Canada by air?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      I've no clue how that works, to get the right response you should check with the immigration. Good luck!

  • @jamesmoninger1982
    @jamesmoninger1982 Před 5 měsíci +1

    How did they handle ArriveCAN for people that don't have or don't use cell phones? I doubt there is a legal requirement for travelers to have cell phones (?)

  • @devangsanghani6765
    @devangsanghani6765 Před rokem +1

    Hi! Thank you for this video. Is the arriveCan still needed?

  • @aerialbaz3802
    @aerialbaz3802 Před rokem +6

    thanks 🙏
    Two questions
    1. can you take a large bag with you while crossing?
    2. are they still doing random Covid Testing? if yes any idea how many people are getting chosen randomly like 10%, 20% ?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +3

      1-Large luggage can be taken, there might be weight restrictions, do check the immigration website for more details.
      2-To enter USA or Canada, covid testing is not required, no random testing as well.
      3-Until Sept 2022, to enter Canada, ArriveCAN must be submitted with proof of vaccinations.
      Hope this helps, enjoy the experience!

    • @catherineacheson9075
      @catherineacheson9075 Před rokem +1

      @@thasneen How do you get luggage through the turnstile gate?
      My son is taking a different flight than us, so we will be crossing in rental car and he will come later, crossing by foot, but will have a suitcase? We were planning on picking him up on Canada side. Just curious on what is best way, have him walk or take taxi/Uber across to Canadian side.

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      With luggage have to use a separate entrance, I saw a few walking over the bridge with a large suitcase :) It’s gonna be a beautiful stroll over the bridge, enjoy!

  • @asethi72
    @asethi72 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Hada question. Thank you for the informative video. I am flying into New York from overseas. I want to see Niagara Falls both US and Canada side. Once in New York where should I fly into as I want to spend a night at the Canadian side and visit Clifton Hills and see some casinos. So from New York is there a direct flight to Niagara on the Canadian side? It will be very helpful if I can get this sector worked out so that I can return back to the US side and visit New Yorkma d other areas around it. I like to first get Niagara Falls out of the way. I have 3 to 4 days on hand for Niagara Falls but prefer to spend the nights at the Canadian side and then return back to USA side. If there a domestic airport at Niagara Falls covering both US and Canadian side? I am unaware and this will be my first ever visit. Will really appreciate if you could guide me the best way to travel from New York as my flight from overseas is direct to JFK New York and I like to travel domestically by flight to save time but not sure where to head to see Niagara Falls, is it doable by airport or must we take the long bus journey?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před 4 měsíci

      The most convenient option might be flying into Buffalo Niagara International Airport in Buffalo, New York. From there, you can easily cross the border into Canada by road (approximately a 30-minute drive) or by taking a shuttle service. There are rental car services available at the airport, or you could opt for a pre-arranged shuttle service that will take you directly to your hotel on the Canadian side. There isn't a domestic airport directly at Niagara Falls that serves both the US and Canadian sides.
      Canadian side of Niagara falls is the happening place with all the attractions & only hotels on the CA side have the stunning falls view (mentioned in the video). Clifton hill & most attractions are walking distance from all the hotels that I've showed in the video. You can also take the shuttle while walking inside the Niagara park on the CA side. Note: hotels on the US side are not close to the falls & don't have the falls view & there are only 1 or 2 hotels that are a few minutes aways from the Niagara park on the US side. Do watch this video to get an idea on the immigration process while crossing the border, Crossing the US-Canada border over Niagara Falls: czcams.com/video/hL3OEmaBqa8/video.html

  • @thebangsfamily8955
    @thebangsfamily8955 Před rokem +3

    Soon maybe 2024 we will go to the usa border or we could go to the airport we will go to usa 🇺🇸

  • @richtmax1
    @richtmax1 Před rokem +2

    I have a U.S enhanced driver's license (EDL). So, I know that's all I need to cross. Thus I don't need a passport since both sides accept EDLs as an alternative.
    However, just wondering if you know is Arrive CAN is still required for entry to the Canadian side? (I think currently Arrive CAN is only for air travel currently not but wanted to make sure.)

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      It’s not required. It’s always good to check before travelling for the greatest & latest updates, here is the link: travel.gc.ca/travel-covid

    • @EdwardRingwald
      @EdwardRingwald Před rokem

      If you have an EDL you should have no problem getting across the border. As long as your EDL is issued by a US state or Canadian province that issues them you are good (several US states and Canadian provinces issue EDL's; unfortunately, Florida (where I'm from) does not issue EDL's).

  • @TahoeKing
    @TahoeKing Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the very informative video! I'm planning on crossing from US to Canada as a family of 4 by next month and I'll have 2 or 3 travel bags with me, so is there a specific entrance on US side for pedestrians with luggage to coordinate accordingly with the taxi driver?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      There is a separate entrance for that.

  • @tanmay_6363
    @tanmay_6363 Před 2 lety +4

    ❤💕💕🧚🏼‍♀️🐾🐾🐇👌🏻

  • @andytorono
    @andytorono Před rokem +1

    Thanks for very helpful video, Just one question, i will visit to USA fall, Can we carry our food to US side ?

  • @ellek1
    @ellek1 Před rokem +2

    I'll be walking across the border (from Buffalo to Canada) next month for a visit before walking back across to the US side. If I'm having someone pick me up by car (and drop me back off when I return to the US), where can I instruct the driver to park and wait on the Canadian side? Also, how long is the walk over the bridge itself?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      There is parking on the Canadian side close to the bridge, watch @4:11 I've shown the parking spot. Walk over the bridge is only 10 minutes. Enjoy your trip :)

    • @ellek1
      @ellek1 Před rokem +1

      @@thasneen Thank you so much!

  • @aineesea
    @aineesea Před rokem +1

    do we still need to install the ArriveCAN as of 05/22/2023? Or do we just have to bring our vaccination record?
    Is it still required to be vaccinated to enter Canada?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +1

      None of the above is required.

  • @zakku_88
    @zakku_88 Před rokem +1

    I understand that this video is a year old now, but I've read that ARRIVECAN is no longer required for entering Canada. Is this correct?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +1

      That’s correct, not required.

  • @carrieboone5301
    @carrieboone5301 Před rokem +1

    I crossed from US to Mexico

  • @echeverriaecheverria8456

    Tha k you for this video! I'm planning to go in September to Buffalo and cross the bridge by foot Canada. Do they ask you for vaccine proof going to Canada? Or test results?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      To enter Canada you have to submit proof of vaccinations (2 doses) within ArriveCAN & show the receipt at immigration. As of now until September proof of vaccination is mandatory, so please check before you travel to confirm if any changes to this rule. Watch @15:20 I've provided more details how to submit ArriveCAN. Enjoy your journey :)

    • @pulltheotherone5035
      @pulltheotherone5035 Před rokem +1

      @@thasneen no ya don't!

  • @gursewaksingh8671
    @gursewaksingh8671 Před rokem +1

    If someone doesn't have US visa can he go on bridge from Canadian side and come back halfway back to Canada or he has to cross to US side?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      Crossing to the US side is not required. Only after crossing the bridge you'll have to go through US immigration. However, while entering Canada immigration will ask you questions so not sure if there will be any issues crossing halfway through without the US visa. Do confirm with the immigration.

  • @GoodLife-ru8di
    @GoodLife-ru8di Před rokem

    Did the US immigration stamped your passport when crossing into US?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      Nope, however they will scan the passport & keep track of the visits.

  • @joalia5290
    @joalia5290 Před rokem +2

    Hi! I am coming from USA Can i just cross the border halfway and be back to USA? Is it the same pathway or is different?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +1

      It's the same path, you can definitely do that, submit within Arrive CAN to enter Canada with proof of vaccinations.

  • @rocleo4578
    @rocleo4578 Před rokem +1

    If I don't carry my passport with me, can I still go onto the bridge from Canada side and go back to Canada side without going through US immigration office?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      You must carry your passport, when you cross the bridge from Canadian side you’re exiting Canada so even if you don’t go to the US side, to enter back to Canada you have to go through Canadian immigration- have to show the passport & ArriveCAN with vaccination proofs.

  • @akashdeepgill2524
    @akashdeepgill2524 Před rokem +3

    Greeting of the day mam
    Thank you for detailing … i want to ask u one question mam i am indian passport holder having canada visitor visa … can i get pass or stay for no. Days to see USA Niagra fall at immigration?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +1

      You need US visitor visa to enter the USA niagara falls park, with the US visitor visa you'll be able to stay on the US side. Hope this helps, enjoy your vacation :)

    • @akashdeepgill2524
      @akashdeepgill2524 Před rokem +1

      @@thasneen thanks mam 🙏

  • @Blue-Rain
    @Blue-Rain Před rokem +1

    What is closest parking lot to cross the boarder ? I wanna go on foot to US falls side

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +1

      There's a small parking lot close to Crowne plaza where we have to take the stairs with the sign pedestrian entrance to USA, I've mentioned that in the video, check @4:20

  • @Loveandcompassion12345
    @Loveandcompassion12345 Před rokem +1

    Hi mam which border is easiest to cross to us from canada without passport, because I have one friend asking you

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      Passport is required to cross the border.

  • @anantagulati2850
    @anantagulati2850 Před rokem +1

    Hello, I am planning to cross the border via foot from Canada, how long does it take to walk by foot?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      Walking over the bridge takes only 15 to 20 minutes, it’s around 0.5 Km.

  • @SteelersGalXSora
    @SteelersGalXSora Před rokem +1

    If I don’t want to enter Canada and just want to go on the bridge to say I’ve been to another country will they let me if they walk with me

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      You can go to the bridge & turn back without entering Canada (only after crossing the bridge you'll have to go through Canadian immigration). Coming back you'll have to go through US immigration & they will ask you a bunch of questions- if you've entered Canada, how long was the visit, etc. Btw, they won't walk with you, you have to go alone :)

  • @clebvlogs5537
    @clebvlogs5537 Před rokem +1

    Im a US citizen, and i have my US passport CARD not the book. Can I use that to cross to Canada?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      Yes. Passport cards can only be used going through a land border or seaport in Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda.

  • @boytammyhawk
    @boytammyhawk Před rokem +1

    Do you need passport to cross by foot, I have only my Us permanent resident card, my passport are already expired.

  • @gilbertoparas9388
    @gilbertoparas9388 Před rokem

    My arrival can pa ba

  • @sanjaysingh1928
    @sanjaysingh1928 Před rokem +1

    Are you a US citizen?

  • @cf3129
    @cf3129 Před 4 měsíci +1

    How long did the walk across the bridge take?

  • @bledsoee_
    @bledsoee_ Před rokem +1

    Are passport cards accepted?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      Non-Canadian & US citizens, travel visa is required.

  • @sumikadiyala8812
    @sumikadiyala8812 Před rokem

    Hi
    I only have a US valid visa, can I walk to Canada and enter back to US?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      If the valid visa is green card, you can enter Canada, have to show your passport as well.

  • @shantellegatson7205
    @shantellegatson7205 Před rokem

    Any hotel recommendations?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      Here is the video about the best hotels in Niagara Falls: czcams.com/video/iWWU830hywE/video.html

  • @ketanraul1723
    @ketanraul1723 Před rokem +1

    Did they stamp your canadian passport?

  • @michellebedeau73
    @michellebedeau73 Před rokem +1

    Hi, I have a valid US Visa can I flagpole?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +1

      Yes you can, there are many videos about flagpoling at Niagara border, do watch that.

  • @Canadian_Networth
    @Canadian_Networth Před rokem +1

    Do they take credit card?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      Credit card not accepted, there’s a change machine to get dollar coins.

  • @makeyyyy7890
    @makeyyyy7890 Před 2 lety +4

    Can I travel to Canada without vaccine??

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před 2 lety

      For now proof of vaccination is required to enter Canada, it might change. Do check before you travel to Canada.

    • @makeyyyy7890
      @makeyyyy7890 Před 2 lety

      I hear by the end of September Canada going to start letting in unvaccinated people back in the country. Is that true??

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před 2 lety

      That’s right, the latest update.

    • @strongtowerman9661
      @strongtowerman9661 Před rokem

      ​@Cooking with Thas is it still required??

  • @mohamedkamaludeen1
    @mohamedkamaludeen1 Před rokem +1

    Have u got 6month admission to be in united states or u got less as per in ur i94 form.

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +1

      I just visited US-Niagara falls for a day. You must declare how long you’ll be staying in the US.

    • @AmyJoy-xe6us
      @AmyJoy-xe6us Před 11 měsíci

      Are you fingerprinted and photo taken etc?

  • @shannonbarter582
    @shannonbarter582 Před 2 lety +5

    We’re you ever asked on the USA side if you were vaccinated ?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před 2 lety

      Nope, didn’t ask for proof of vaccinations on the US side.

    • @j.rjunior5584
      @j.rjunior5584 Před rokem +1

      @@thasneen this is soo interesting.
      I never got the vaccine, and I've been hearing people say if you cross by foot they don't ask you for anything, nor doo they ask you to enter your vaccine information into an app.
      Soo if I'm unvaccinated, I'm not allowed to enter Canada even though I'm Canadian citizen here? Is that correct?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +1

      To enter USA, proof of vaccination is not required. However to enter Canada even if you're a Canadian citizen, proof of vaccination to be submitted within ArriveCAN app, entry will be denied without the vaccination proof; as of now this is valid until Sept 2022.

    • @j.rjunior5584
      @j.rjunior5584 Před rokem

      @@thasneen wow so if I leave I can't come back. That's messed up.

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      @@j.rjunior5584 Sorry, entry will be denied for Canadian citizens that’s not the right info. Here is the correct info: ArriveCAN continues to be mandatory for all travellers to Canada. It is also required to qualify for the fully vaccinated traveller exemption from quarantine and testing. If you don't submit your travel information and proof of vaccination using ArriveCAN you could be fined $5,000.

  • @shantellegatson7205
    @shantellegatson7205 Před rokem

    You must have the arrivecan??? Can’t just show the vaccination card?

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem

      Must submit proof of vaccinations within ArriveCAN & have to show the ArriveCAN receipt.

  • @LisaG442
    @LisaG442 Před rokem +1

    The Canadian side is best, sorry America lol

    • @thasneen
      @thasneen  Před rokem +1

      Couldn’t agree more, unlimited fun on the Canadian side :)

  • @rashidmalaq414
    @rashidmalaq414 Před rokem

    I have 2 question.
    Can i get into US just to see those falls by having only the Canadian Permanent Resident Card.
    2. Can i get into US illegally 😂

  • @Desertfox61
    @Desertfox61 Před 2 lety

    This is how Gujju"s come into Canada. !!!!!

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    @charlescummings5332 Před rokem

    News on bad people digging tunnel to do bad house to house prison to excap