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18 February 2021

Canadian Immigration Update

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The Government of Canada expands restrictions to international travel by land and air as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Canada Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Seyfarth Synopsis: The Government of Canada expands restrictions to international travel by land and air as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

As of February 15, 2021, travelers arriving to Canada by land, subject to very limited exceptions, are now required to provide a negative COVID-19 molecular test result taken in the United States within 72 hours of arrival, or a positive test taken 14 to 90 days prior to arrival. In addition, as of February 22, 2021, travelers entering Canada by land will be required to take a COVID-19 molecular test upon arrival as well as toward the end of their 14-day quarantine, at their own cost. Foreign nationals traveling to Canada, for a non-discretionary purpose, who do not present a valid COVID-19 molecular test result will be denied entry, subject to very limited exemptions. Canadians citizens and permanent residents who do not present a valid COVID-19 molecular test will be allowed entry, but may be subject to a fine of up to $3,000 per day or face criminal prosecution.

As of February 22, 2021, all travelers arriving to Canada by air, subject to very limited exceptions, will be required to take a COVID-19 molecular test when they arrive in Canada prior to exiting the airport, and another test toward the end of their 14-day quarantine period, at their own cost. Air travelers will also be required to reserve, prior to their departure for Canada, a 3-night stay at a government authorized hotel, at their own cost, while they await the results of their COVID-19 test.

Moreover, as of February 22, 2021, all travelers, whether arriving by land or air will be required to submit their travel and contact information, including a suitable quarantine plan, electronically via ArriveCAN before crossing the border by land or boarding a flight.

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