Travelling to Canada

Get forms, apps and information on travelling to Canada here.

COVID-19: Travel, testing and borders

COVID-19 requirements for travelling to and within Canada.

Return or travel to Canada

Information on travelling to Canada, border wait times, customs and immigration.

Canada Border Crossing Services

Helping Americans Crossing to Canada Hassle Free.

Visit Canada

Find out what document you need to travel, visit family and friends, do business, or transit through Canada, and how to extend your stay.

Advance Declaration

Save time when making your customs and immigration declaration in advance.

ArriveCAN app for mobile devices

Get the app for your mobile device.

ArriveCAN app for desktop

Use the desktop version of the app if you are not comfortable using a mobile device.

Import and export a firearm or weapon into Canada

Procedures and regulations for the import and export of a firearm or weapon into Canada.

Firearms safety courses

Information on obtaining a Canadian Firearms Safety Certification in order to apply for a PAL.

Storing, transporting and displaying firearms

Information on the transportation and storge of firearms in Canada.

Forms

Download any forms needed below.

Non-residents

Information for non-residents licensing firearms or borrowing firearms in Canada.

This form is formatted to print on 8.5" × 14" paper (legal size). Printing it on a different paper size will reduce its quality.

This form must be submitted and approved ahead of time by the Chief Firearms Officer of the province where you intend to borrow the firearm(s).

Use this form if you do not already have a licence or if your licence has expired.

This form should also be used:

  • to upgrade/downgrade a current licence, such as for a first time licence

  • for a new licence if your current licence has expired

  • for a Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) for a different class of firearm

Use this form to renew a Possession and Acquisition Licence that is still valid. Use form RCMP5592 if you do not already have a licence or if your licence has

expired.

You can renew your firearms licence online or by mailing the PDF form.