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Quote: Originally Posted by NHRef (original)

Folks,

Prompted by a question from George, I found info on passport requirements for reentry to the USA at: Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative

At this time, a valid drivers license is all that's needed when driving across the border into the USA. Rob's correct, a passport is necessary when flying.

True, passports are not required for land crossings, at least until June 2009.

However, a driver's license is NOT proof of citizenship, which is officially required for both directions of travel. So if you don't bring a passport, bring some other proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.

If you only bring a driver's license, you MIGHT gain entry to Canada, but you could be rejected, or be forced to chug maple syrup, pronounce "about" correctly, renounce any claims of victory in the War of 1812 etc. In this case, stock up on some Timbits for "technical expenditures".

Note: if you are a US citizen planning to fly the short hop to St. Pierre (France) from St. John's as your choice of activity, you will need a passport. Canadian citizens only require proof of citizenship.