Transit Visa Question
Dec 1, 2012 | 10:02 pm
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Transit Visa Question
I searched and couldn't find a clear answer. My fiancee is Ukrainian which requires a canadian transit visa. However a possible plan for getting her hear would be KBP - CDG - YUL - DTW. Will it be possible for her to not get a transit visa for Canada as we will be heading directly to USA preclearance. If I remember correctly YUL has a direct connecting from the arrival hallway to USA preclearance without entering canada.
Dec 2, 2012 | 10:44 am
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As does YVR but not YYZ if I am not mistaken.
I would suggest checking the floor map of the Ottawa International Airport to clarify.
I don't believe that Ottawa has a lot of US flights at all ties of the day. That means that the US pre-clearance facility may not be open at all times. This could cause some problems for you.
The other risk is you could get denied boarding by a check in agent that doesn't feel you have all the appropriate paperwork. However, that's only a risk you can assess and determine whether you feel comfortable with...
I would suggest checking the floor map of the Ottawa International Airport to clarify.
I don't believe that Ottawa has a lot of US flights at all ties of the day. That means that the US pre-clearance facility may not be open at all times. This could cause some problems for you.
The other risk is you could get denied boarding by a check in agent that doesn't feel you have all the appropriate paperwork. However, that's only a risk you can assess and determine whether you feel comfortable with...
Dec 2, 2012 | 6:15 pm
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You are best to check with CBSA directly. There is usually a travel document check by an official at the intl to US bypass.
YOW: YUL is Trudeau airport in Dorval, about 1.5 hours from Ottawa.
YOW: YUL is Trudeau airport in Dorval, about 1.5 hours from Ottawa.
Dec 2, 2012 | 7:39 pm
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I searched and couldn't find a clear answer. My fiancee is Ukrainian which requires a canadian transit visa. However a possible plan for getting her hear would be KBP - CDG - YUL - DTW. Will it be possible for her to not get a transit visa for Canada as we will be heading directly to USA preclearance.
[KVS Availability Tool 7.1.0/Diamond - TIMATIC: Visa/Entry Requirements]
Code:
National Ukraine (UA) /Embarkation Ukraine (UA)
Transit Canada (CA) /Destination USA (US)
ALSO CHECK DESTINATION INFORMATION BELOW
[Visa Information - Transit] Canada (CA)
[Information For Normal Passports]
Visa required.
Additional Information:
- Visitors are required to hold proof of sufficient funds to
cover their stay and documents required for their next
destination.
Warning:
- Visitors not holding return/onward ticket could be refused
entry.
[Health Information] Canada (CA)
Vaccinations not required.
Warning:
- Any visitor irrespective of length of intended stay in
Canada may be referred for medical examination if deemed
necessary.
[Visa Information - Destination] USA (US)
[Information For Normal Passports]
Passport required.
- Passports issued to nationals of Ukraine must be valid for
the period of intended stay.
Passport Exemptions:
- Holders of a Form I-512 ( Authorization for Parole of an
Alien into the United States").
- Holders of a Temporary or Emergency passports.
Visa required, except for Holders of a Form I-512
( Authorization for Parole of an Alien into the United
States").
Minors:
- Children, up to/incl. 15 years of age, excluding nationals
of the USA and nationals entitled to travel under the US
Visa Waiver Program (V.W.P.), are allowed to travel on their
parent's passport. A person included in the passport of
another may not use the passport for travel unless he/she is
accompanied by the bearer.
- Minors travelling accompanied by one parent or by a person
other than parent/legal guardian [[TIDFT/US/PA/MI/ID50367]].
Additional Information:
- Visitors are required to hold proof of sufficient funds to
cover their stay and documents required for their next
destination.
- A passenger may enter the USA with a valid visa in an
expired passport, provided [[TIDFT/US/VI/AI/ID42974]]
- Beginning students holding "F", "J" or "M" student/exchange
visitor visas [[TIDFT/US/VI/AI/ID49644]]
Warning:
- Visitors must hold return/onward tickets [[TIRULES/R38]].
(SEE NOTE 46524)
NOTE 46524: Exempt are holders of a valid US visa.
[Health Information] USA (US)
No vaccinations are required to enter the USA from any
country.
Warning:
- Those entering on a K-1 or K-2 visa must hold a medical form
FS398 and X-ray plates of chest (full size not necessary).
To facilitate handling upon arrival considerably, passengers
are advised to have these health documents ready in their
hands as they must have them at hand for the health control,
which takes place immediately after disembarkation.
CHECK [[TINEWS/N1]] - TURKEY: BLANK VISA PAGE REQUIREMENT
03 Dec 2012 / 02:38 [UTC]
Dec 2, 2012 | 8:48 pm
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Thank you KVS I have read that no new information my question was aimed avoiding it as she will / will not transit through canada as she would proceed directly to USA preclearance which while in Canada is considered USA. I will take worldtravelers suggestion and contact Canadian immigration directly.
Dec 2, 2012 | 9:46 pm
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Without a Transit Visa, she will be denied boarding at KBP or CDG.