Travelling to the United States with a Criminal Record? Fast Facts

Information Canadian Criminal Record holders need to know if they want to travel to America.

            

Can I go to the U.S. if I have a Criminal Record or Police File?

• You CAN NOT enter the U.S. legally if you have a Criminal Record in Canada
• If you get checked at the U.S. border with a criminal record you will be denied entry.
• If you get denied entry you will be flagged every time you try and cross the border in the future

What do I do if I want to go to the U.S. and have a Canadian Criminal Record?

• You need to apply for a U.S. Entry Waiver, also known as a U.S. Travel Waiver.
• This document must be obtained from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, not the Canadian government

How long does a U.S. Waiver last? When Do U.S. Entry Waivers Expire?

• A U.S. Entry Waiver application can be approved for either one, two or five years.
• If you have ever been denied entry to the U.S. you will need this document every time you enter the U.S.

What happens when my U.S. waiver expires?

• You can re-apply for the U.S. Entry Waiver after it expires
• There is a possibility of getting a longer waiver on subsequent applications (e.g. going from a 1 year waiver to a 2 year, or even a 5 year on the second approved application)

How much does a U.S. waiver cost and how long does it take?

•  A Standard U.S. Waiver can be obtained for $49.50 a month (over 10 months) and takes up to a year.
•  A Premium U.S. Waiver can be obtained for $79.50 a month (over 10 months) and takes only 6 months.

      Where can I find additional information?

•  To talk to an expert in the field of U.S. Waivers call 1-8-NOW-PARDON
•  Send an email to info@pardonservicescanada.com
•  Visit the U.S. Entry Waiver Website
•  Fill out a quick, free, online request for more information - Here