Canadians travelling to the U.S. may be affected by new registration requirements

Canadians planning to travel to the United States may be affected by a new policy that would have them register if they are south of the border for more than 30 days. The policy came into effect under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) on March 9. According to an executive order, called Protecting the American People Against Invasion, put in place on Jan. 20, U.S. President Donald Trump is cracking down on those heading to the U.S., including Canadians. The travel policy comes amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Canada, with on-again off-again tariffs on Canadian goods as well as Trump repeated comments about Canada becoming the 51st state. Although some details have yet to be shared by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) — such as the registration form and process — the agency has provided information about the requirements for Canadians and other foreign nationals with long-term travel plans. Global Affairs Canada told the National Post in an emailed statement that they are aware of the “guidance” from USCIS, which was published on Feb. 25 online. “Each country decides who enters its borders. The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller,” the department said. Story has more.<br/>