Do I need a passport to enter the states by car?

Question

I'm 16 going with my dad to maine.. crossing from canada. do either of us need a passport.. or do we just need our birth certificaes and some type of identification?

Answer 1

You must have a passport to enter the United States from Canada and you will need a passport to enter Canada when you leave the United States. The same rules apply to air, land or ocean travel.

Answer 2

Yes,you will need a passport.

Answer 3

International Citizens

Air Travel

All international visitors regardless of country of origin must present a passport or secure document when entering the United States by air.

US-VISIT biometric procedures apply to international travelers holding a non-U.S. passport or visa with these limited exceptions.

Find out how US-VISIT works.

Land/Sea Travel

Canadian Citizens

Beginning January 31, 2008, the United States will end the practice of accepting oral declarations of citizenship at the border.

    * Canadian citizens ages 19 and older must present documentation that proves both identity and citizenship. Identification documents must include a photo, name and date of birth. View the complete list of acceptable documents at CBP.gov.

    * Children ages 18 and under will only be required to present proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.