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Skip to contentShare this post and brag to your friends how smart you are.We may recommend products or services that our Readers will find helpful. Affiliate commissions are at no extra cost to you. And they don’t influence what we think! Thanks for supporting this website! For more information, please read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.Are you destined for the awe-inspiring peaks of Banff National Park? Or the bucolic beauty of Prince Edward Island?Driving your RV into Canada isn’t something you just …. do. It takes some planning.I remember back when you could cross into Canada with nothing more than a library card for ID, but in the 21st century, international travel is more complicated.Thankfully, so long as you come prepared, you can enjoy this wonderful, scenic outdoor paradise!Relax … driving your RV into Canada isn’t as complex as it may sound.You’ll need a stack of required documents (listed in the next section), such as a passport, vehicle registration and proof of insurance, pet rabies vaccination, etc.You must use ArriveCan to enter into Canada! This app is available online and on iOS and Android devices.Some travelers do endure top-to-bottom searches of their RVs, especially if a border patrol dog smells something suspicious.But most RV owners enter Canada to a wave and a friendly “Enjoy Canada!” greeting.If you follow this post, you’re more likely to be the latter and not the former.Often called “the friendliest border in the world,” the 5,525-mile border between the United States and Canada spans the West Coast, the Pacific Northwest, the “Icebox of the United States,” the Great Lakes, and New England.Popular RVing destinations in Canada include:This information is critical, especially when entering the country. If you lose documentation while inside the country, generally, you’ll still be allowed entry to your home country. But additional screening will likely be required.You must submit your information via ArriveCan at least 72 hours before crossing the border. You will be required to provide details of your itinerary, possibly including locations, dates, and contact information (such as physical addresses and phone numbers).If you’re a grandparent traveling with grandchildren, best to obtain a Letter of Parental Consent to prove your stewardship of the kids.You should know the width, length, height, and weight of your as-loaded RV. Make sure your RV weight is within its GVWR!Best to memorize (or write down) the license numbers of your tow vehicle, RV, dinghy – any and all vehicles crossing the border! (Don’t forget any vehicles inside your RV, like a snowmobile!)Bring copies of your vehicle[s] registration and proof of insurance for all vehicles.The Canadian government can refuse entry to your pets!Information surrounding international travel in lieu of COVID-19 is rapidly changing. Please don’t trust any blog post, especially if it’s older than 3 months!Instead, we invite you to visit the official Canadian government website here. As of February 7, 2022, fully vaccinated individuals are (usually) allowed to travel into Canada.There are still rules aplenty once you’re in the country! You must:You will also need to provide a plan for a 14-day quarantine period in case you test positive for COVID.There are quite a few more rules concerning RV travel between the US and Canada during the COVID pandemic. Stay abreast on the latest instructions using ArriveCan.Here are a smattering of the questions most commonly asked. Be prepared to answer them.Crossing the US-Canadian border for the first time can be unnerving. Thankfully, so long as you don’t have anything to hide, you have nothing to worry about!You also don’t want to lose time while the Border Patrol searches your entire 40-ft 5th wheel, though. So mind your manners, and you’ll get through faster!While you can bring certain quantities of beer, alcohol, and cigarettes, we recommend crossing the border without them. You’ll have to declare them and show proof of quantity. It’s not worth the time.On a similar note, avoid bringing fruits, vegetables, houseplants, seeds, soil, firewood, and other flora. Canada has strict customs rules for importing anything organic that could introduce invasive species, foreign animal diseases, and plant pests. If you plan to bring any of these items, you’ll need to do some extra research about what’s allowed. Most of these items will at least require screening and inspection, which will prolong your border crossing.Best to enter the country with an empty fridge! Otherwise, you’ll likely have to declare your food, and an agent will need to inspect your fridge. Expect most of your fridge to be unceremoniously tossed in the trash.Wait to go grocery shopping until you’re in the country!A special note on firearms (lookin’ at you, Texas!):Don’t mess with Border Patrol. Unallowed firearms will be confiscated and destroyed with no reimbursement. And agents have discretionary power. If they don’t trust you, they don’t have to let you (or your gun) into the country. If it’s your first time crossing the border AND you’ll traveling with a firearm, they may run a background check for your criminal history.Err on the safe side – begin the application process three months before entering the country.What if you can’t bring your gun[s] into Canada? Don’t stash them in the woods, somewhere. Instead, rent a local safety deposit box until you come back!For more information, listen to what Canada says.Enjoy Canada!Don’t forget to read the rules about re-entering the US!AndyAndy Herrick is a blogging nerd, #8 Enneagram, wannabe bread baker, INTJ, RV industry professional, and small business entrepreneur. He can be found hanging out with his lovely wife and family, skiing, cycling, climbing, hiking, and convincing anyone who will listen why dogs aren’t really that great of pets. Also, he runs this website.RV ToolsDiscount ClubsRent an RV!Recent PostsShould I Leave My RV Water Turned On When I’m Away from the Campsite?How My Dog Got High (Plus 16 Tips for Keeping Your Dogs Safe on the Road)25 Items Under $25 Every Camper Should Have!How Month-Long AirBnBs Stays Can Save You Thousands in Rent.Reading RecommendationsComplete Guide to Crossing the US-Canadian Border In Your RVAn RV Boondocking Quick-Start GuideHere’s Why We DIDN’T Buy a Sprinter VanNewsletterGet our best delivered!FavoritesMainAs an Amazon Associate, this site earns from qualifying purchases. We may recommend products or services that our Readers will find helpful and convenient. Affiliate commissions are at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting this website!&nbsp;Copyright 2023 – Changing Gears (SRVS) ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Skip to contentShare this post and brag to your friends how smart you are.We may recommend products or services that our Readers will find helpful. Affiliate commissions are at no extra cost to you. And they don’t influence what we think! Thanks for supporting this website! For more information, please read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.Are you destined for the awe-inspiring peaks of Banff National Park? Or the bucolic beauty of Prince Edward Island?Driving your RV into Canada isn’t something you just …. do. It takes some planning.I remember back when you could cross into Canada with...

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