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re: First time going to Canada

Posted on 2/23/18 at 2:00 pm to
Posted by pochejp
Gonzales, Louisiana
Member since Jan 2007
7855 posts
Posted on 2/23/18 at 2:00 pm to
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We are going get passports tomorrow. How long does that take to come in?


3 to 4 weeks. You can get next day for $40 more dollars.

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Can I just use my debit card or a credit card in Canada?


Yes

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Is my driver's license valid in another country?


Yes

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Will our cell phones work there or will we be charged roaming or some type of long distance charges?


Setup with your provider for the duration of your stay there.

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What kind of hassle is it driving across the border?


Not too bad. Depends but figure 30 min wait.

Get cash from an ATM. Most places don't take American money. That being said I spend most of my time there up in Edmonton. It may be different close to the US border.
Posted by MeridianDog
Home on the range
Member since Nov 2010
14179 posts
Posted on 2/23/18 at 4:21 pm to
Crossing the border is easy. Answer any questions with mo wise arse remarks. Do not try to take a gun across the border. They may ask if you have one. The best answer tot heat question is a simple "no" and nothing else. "Why are you entering Canada?" answer, "Tourists"

If anyone asks you "Do you want to play Duck, Duck, Goose?" Say "No."

Posted by Revelator
Member since Nov 2008
57916 posts
Posted on 2/24/18 at 6:28 am to
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Can I just use my debit card or a credit card in Canada?


I went to my credit union before my vacation and told them I was driving over the border into Canada, and to let them know that I would be using my debit card there.
The first restaurant we went into for breakfast, I tried to use my debit card and there was a hold on it!
Make sure you are very specific with your bank ahead of time so this doesn't happen to you.
Posted by thelawnwranglers
Member since Sep 2007
38770 posts
Posted on 2/24/18 at 10:54 am to
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What kind of hassle is it driving across the border?


I am under the impression they make you switch cars at border

*Rental cars
This post was edited on 2/24/18 at 10:57 am
Posted by Dead Mike
Cell Block 4
Member since Mar 2010
3376 posts
Posted on 2/25/18 at 10:48 am to
Who is your cell provider? If AT&T, google Canada Roaming Bonus.
Posted by Twenty 49
Shreveport
Member since Jun 2014
18752 posts
Posted on 2/25/18 at 11:01 am to
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I tried to use my debit card and there was a hold on it! Make sure you are very specific with your bank ahead of time so this doesn't happen to you.


Some of the card issuers now allow you to go online before a trip and alert them of the dates and countries you will travel too.

Look for a link to Travel Alert or similar.
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