United States France United States Information for Visitors
Are you thinking about vacationing in Québec? Here you will find information to help plan your trip to Canada, such as details concerning requirements for entering the country, customs, Canadian currency, insurance, weather restrictions and more.
Upon Arrival » Conditions for entering Canada
American citizens must present proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate, citizenship card, naturalization card or photo ID, in order to enter Canada. If you are a permanent resident of the United States, you must bring your Permanent Residency Card (green card) with you. Don't forget you need your passport on your way back to enter the United States
If you have a criminal record, including DUI offences, you will not be allowed into Canada.
» Clearing customs
Personal effects not subject to particular restrictions are exempt from taxes, but must be declared at customs. Note that Canadian regulations are in place governing the importation of food products, plants, pets and firearms.
Visitors 18 years and over may bring 1.14 litres of spirits or 1.5 litres of wine or 1.14 litres of wine and spirits or 8.5 litres (24 × 355 ml bottles or tins) of beer or ale, 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars, 200 g of manufactured tobacco, and 200 tobacco sticks into Canada.
For more information, go to the Web site of
Canada Border Services Agency.
» Canadian currency
You can exchange your American dollars for Canadian dollars at the airport or at a bank before your departure or upon arrival in Canada. Travellers' cheques and major credit cards are accepted by most outfitters, but it would be best to confirm this with your outfitter beforehand.
Planning your trip
» Trip cancellation
Ask your outfitter about reimbursement conditions should you have to cancel your trip.
» Outfitter's responsibility
Please be aware that the outfitter cannot be held responsible for damage, loss, delays, illness, injury or inconvenience arising from:
a) Errors, omissions or negligence on the part of other suppliers (airline, hotel, etc.)
b) Strikes, mechanical failure, quarantine or other restrictive action by the government, weather conditions or any factor beyond the outfitter's control, such as forest fires.
c) Client oversight with regard to necessary travel documents.
d) Airport delays for any reason whatsoever.
e) Any material damage, loss or theft.
f) Illness, injury or death.
» Insurance
Many insurance companies offer coverage for lost luggage, trip cancellation, medical expenses or hospitalization expenses. Contact an insurance company for more information.
» Method of payment
If you have not paid for your entire trip prior to your departure and you do not wish to pay the outstanding balance in cash, ask if your outfitter accepts travellers' cheques, personal cheques or the type of credit card you wish to use.
» Luggage
Prior to your departure, ask your airline about luggage weight limits.
» Inclement weather
In some areas, regularly scheduled flights or an outfitter's planned activities may be compromised by inclement weather. No reimbursement is offered for changes resulting from inclement weather.
» Driving in Canada
Speed limits are indicated in kilometres per hour. The usual speed limits are 50 km/h (approx. 30 mi/h) in cities and towns, 90 km/h (approx. 55 mi/h) on major roads and 100 km/h (approx. 60 mi/h) on highways.
You may turn right at a red light in most places across Québec, but certain restrictions apply. You are required to wear a seatbelt. Radar detectors are strictly forbidden.
» Accommodations
Many hotels, motels and bed and breakfasts are located along major roadways and in cities and towns.
For tourist information about the different regions of Québec, go to
www.bonjourQuebec.com or call 1 877 BONJOUR (1 877 266-5687)
FRANCE
Information for Visitors
Are you thinking about vacationing in Québec? Here you will find information to help plan your trip to Canada, such as details concerning requirements for entering the country, customs, Canadian currency, insurance, weather restrictions and more.
Upon Arrival
Visitors from France, Belgium, Switzerland and other countries will need a valid passport. Visas are also needed for certain countries. To get more information, visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website or contact the Canadian embassy, high commission or consulate responsible for your region.
» Clearing customs
Personal effects not subject to particular restrictions are exempt from taxes, but must be declared at customs. Note that Canadian regulations are in place governing the importation of food products, plants, pets and firearms.
Visitors 18 years and over may bring 1.14 litres of spirits or 1.5 litres of wine or 1.14 litres of wine and spirits or 8.5 litres (24 × 355 ml bottles or tins) of beer or ale, 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars, 200 g of manufactured tobacco, and 200 tobacco sticks into Canada.
For more information, go to the Web site of Canada Border Services Agency.
» Canadian currency
You can exchange your American dollars for Canadian dollars at the airport or at a bank before your departure or upon arrival in Canada. Travellers' cheques and major credit cards are accepted by most outfitters, but it would be best to confirm this with your outfitter beforehand.
Planning your trip
» Trip cancellation
Ask your outfitter about reimbursement conditions should you have to cancel your trip.
» Outfitter's responsibility
Please be aware that the outfitter cannot be held responsible for damage, loss, delays, illness, injury or inconvenience arising from:
a) Errors, omissions or negligence on the part of other suppliers (airline, hotel, etc.)
b) Strikes, mechanical failure, quarantine or other restrictive action by the government, weather conditions or any factor beyond the outfitter's control, such as forest fires.
c) Client oversight with regard to necessary travel documents.
d) Airport delays for any reason whatsoever.
e) Any material damage, loss or theft.
f) Illness, injury or death.
» Insurance
Many insurance companies offer coverage for lost luggage, trip cancellation, medical expenses or hospitalization expenses. Contact an insurance company for more information.
» Method of payment
If you have not paid for your entire trip prior to your departure and you do not wish to pay the outstanding balance in cash, ask if your outfitter accepts travellers' cheques, personal cheques or the type of credit card you wish to use.
» Luggage
Prior to your departure, ask your airline about luggage weight limits.
» Inclement weather
In some areas, regularly scheduled flights or an outfitter's planned activities may be compromised by inclement weather. No reimbursement is offered for changes resulting from inclement weather.
» Driving in Canada
Speed limits are indicated in kilometres per hour. The usual speed limits are 50 km/h (approx. 30 mi/h) in cities and towns, 90 km/h (approx. 55 mi/h) on major roads and 100 km/h (approx. 60 mi/h) on highways.
You may turn right at a red light in most places across Québec, but certain restrictions apply. You are required to wear a seatbelt. Radar detectors are strictly forbidden.
» Accommodations
Many hotels, motels and bed and breakfasts are located along major roadways and in cities and towns.
Our toll-free number in France is accessible from any fixed telephone
Numéro vert (free information line): 0 800 90 77 77
7 days a week - 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
For tourist information about the different regions of Québec, go to www.bonjourQuebec.com
