Can I cross over to the US border with just a drivers license by car?

**rizvi** · 12-01-2008, 08:27 AM

1) When crossing by Niagara Falls do you still have to pay the toll charges if you get turned back?
2) If you are able to cross the border with a license will the Canadian officer let you back in with just a license?

**gcrouse** · 12-01-2008, 08:47 AM

you can cross without a passport until 09 just not sure when in 09 is all.

**tiborgh** · 12-01-2008, 08:48 AM

Originally Posted by rizvi

2) If you are able to cross the border with a license will the Canadian officer let you back in with just a license?

I saw a pile of skeletons on the bridge, I think those where people who got trapped there because nether US nor Canadian officials would let them in.

**MarcosSantiago** · 12-01-2008, 08:50 AM

Originally Posted by Gov.on.ca

From the Gov.on.ca website:

8. How much will the enhanced driver’s licence cost?

It is anticipated that the fee for an enhanced driver’s licences will be $40 for a five-year-term (on top of existing $75 fee for current driver’s licence fee). This fee will be confirmed prior to implementation.

So they are passing some of the cost of the new system to us.

If a Citizen already forked the money for a passport, why would s/he be willing to pay more for the "enhanced driver's license" ??? I hope the make it optional - otherwise it is going to be double-billing for the same damn thing

**911R6** · 12-01-2008, 09:15 AM

I'm sure it's been said here already but yes 100% you can cross over with just a drivers licence and birth certificate.. if you try just the licence they may give you a hard time.. I've crossed the border a million times this year but I have a passport, but when the woman comes with me, she only has the licence/BC

**Kaotic Trance** · 12-01-2008, 12:41 PM

my buddy was able to cross into the US one time with only his D/L, but was almost denied entry back into Canada on our way back. you need to be able to show your citizenship and a DL doesn't do that.

most of the time when I'm coming back into Canada I don't even need to show my passport (but I always have it or my BC and DL with me)

I thought you have until June 2009 to be able to use your DL and BC, after that it's passport or the new DL for entry to the US.

**Mystique** · 12-01-2008, 05:05 PM

Security measures are beefed up!

Be sure to bring your passport or birth certificate accompanied with your driver's license.

I made it past on just my driver's license, but had my car tossed by 4 BSOs and they will take their time.

**elkymutt** · 12-01-2008, 08:00 PM

Originally Posted by tiborgh

i saw a pile of skeletons on the bridge, i think those where people who got trapped there because nether us nor canadian officials would let them in.

love it!!!!

**meester_jamie** · 12-01-2008, 09:22 PM

Up until May 31, 2009, Canadian citizens entering the United States by land or water may use a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s licence, PLUS a birth certificate or a Canadian citizenship card.
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/whti-ivho/doc-eng.html

That is if you are travelling in a personal car.. if you are in a company vehicle.. or a commercial vehicle like a Motor Coach... then be prepared for almost anything, apparently there is some warnings that an attack is planned from Canada using a Bus, or a small truck...