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[Powder2020]

Yes the link doesn't mention anything about USA only, however I was watching the live presser and that question was asked in french to the minister, does this only apply to USA and he replied "yes". So I hope the minister just goofed on the answer (fingers crossed)

 

[abdulzeedo]

Yes the link doesn't mention anything about USA only, however I was watching the live presser and that question was asked in french to the minister, does this only apply to USA and he replied "yes". So I hope the minister just goofed on the answer (fingers crossed)

mmm I see. JT didn't mention it explicitly though. I suppose the IRCC is the best source then?

 

[kylelowry]

mmm I see. JT didn't mention it explicitly though. I suppose the IRCC is the best source then?

We can always call CBSA and ask.

 

[Powder2020]

I think the minister made a mistake in the question. CIC news site already changed their article, and nowhere on the official release https://www.canada.ca/en/border-ser...anadian-citizens-and-permanent-residents.html does it mention anything about being specific to the USA

 

[ryester]

yes, the border is now open for all immediate family members of Canadian citizens and PRs. That is great news!

https://www.canada.ca/en/border-ser...anadian-citizens-and-permanent-residents.html

 

[dreamon2019]

I think the minister made a mistake in the question. CIC news site already changed their article, and nowhere on the official release https://www.canada.ca/en/border-ser...anadian-citizens-and-permanent-residents.html does it mention anything about being specific to the USA

yes, the border is now open for all immediate family members of Canadian citizens and PRs. That is great news!

https://www.canada.ca/en/border-ser...anadian-citizens-and-permanent-residents.html

Thank you for sharing the great news!
This is not for US-Canada border only, but for all, is it?

 

[abdulzeedo]

All news sources and the CBSA notice on canada.ca seems to support the fact that all Foreign Nationals that are immediate family members of Canadian citizens or PR holders can travel from tomorrow. It's only the CICnew.com that's saying otherwise. And the minister said it once... but clearly as stated by others, is a mistake on part of the minister. CBSA is usually the one overturning anybody else on matters of who can enter and who cannot. Even JT's ahahhaah for that matter... and CBSA seems to be mentioning all FN and not just those from the US.

PS. trying to contact CBSA on phone, but the line is busy. So if anybody is able to confirm with them, please post here!

 

[abdulzeedo]

Good news! Just asked CBSA on phone, and they are saying that it applies to every foreign national with a valid visa/permit to travel and is an immediate family member etc...

 

[wsidd]

do they still need an essential reason for travel here if they are a spouse?

 

[ishangodbole]

do they still need an essential reason for travel here if they are a spouse?

You'll still need to satisfy CBSA that you'll leave at the end of your visit.

 

[wsidd]

You'll still need to satisfy CBSA that you'll leave at the end of your visit.

Thanks, but do they need an essential reason to enter?

 

[ishangodbole]

Thanks, but do they need an essential reason to enter?

Just my $0.02 but I'd think not. If you had essential reason, you could travel even before the amendment to travel restriction. But as I said, you need to be prepared to satisfy CBSA that you'll leave before visa expires.

 

[ryester]

Thanks, but do they need an essential reason to enter?

Please at least read the official post and you should get your answer there.

 

[Laurahd]

Thanks, but do they need an essential reason to enter?

no just that you will stay for at least 15 days and valid visa to enter.

 

[wsidd]

Please at least read the official post and you should get your answer there.

I did read the official post.