Moncton Entry Requirements

Moncton Entry Requirements

Visa, immigration, and customs information

Important Notice Entry requirements can change at any time. Always verify current requirements with official government sources before traveling.
Moncton greets you with a blast of salt-laced Fundy air and bilingual announcements bouncing across the polished floor of Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport. Before you plant a foot on New Brunswick soil, make sure your passport covers the whole visit, that you satisfy Canada's entry rules, and that you can show a ticket out. Immigration officers move fast. Expect clipped questions, the rustle of papers, and the smell of coffee drifting from a kiosk while the line inches forward. Moncton follows national Canadian policy, so clear Canada and you're automatically cleared into the province's biggest city. Most passengers funnel through the modern terminal where digital kiosks glow and baggage belts hum. Keep printed or digital proof of where you'll sleep, Moncton hotel, cousin's driveway, or campground, ready for inspection. After touchdown you'll curve through customs beneath low ceilings that magnify every suitcase wheel, then spill into an arrivals hall laced with the sweetness of maple snacks at the gift kiosk. Information last reviewed June 2024. Always verify with official government sources before traveling.

Visa Requirements

Entry permissions vary by nationality. Find your category below.

Visa-Free Entry
Up to 180 days

Travelers may enter Moncton without a visa for tourism or short business trips.

Includes
United States United Kingdom France Germany Italy Netherlands Spain Australia Japan South Korea Chile Israel

U.S. citizens need only proof of citizenship (passport, NEXUS, FAST, or Enhanced ID). Others require passport valid for duration of stay.

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA/eVisa)
Up to 180 days per entry. ETA valid for five years or until passport expires

Visa-exempt foreign nationals arriving by air must obtain an eTA before boarding flights to Moncton.

Includes
All EU Schengen countries not listed above Mexico Singapore New Zealand Taiwan Bahamas Barbados
How to Apply: Apply online at canada.ca/eTA. Approval typically arrives within minutes but can take several days if additional documents are requested.
Cost: Budget-friendly government fee

eTA is electronically linked to passport. Carry the passport used for application. Not required if entering by land or sea.

Visa Required
Duration stamped on entry, usually up to 180 days

Citizens of countries not eligible for visa exemption or eTA must apply for a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) before travel.

How to Apply: Apply online or at nearest Visa Application Centre. Provide biometrics, proof of funds, and itinerary. Processing ranges from two to eight weeks.

A single-entry or multiple-entry visa sticker is placed in your passport. Bring the Port of Entry (POE) Introduction Letter when you land in Moncton.

Arrival Process

Moncton airport's compact layout makes immigration swift. Yet expect methodical questioning and possible bag inspection.

1
Primary Inspection Kiosk
Scan passport, answer on-screen customs questions, and collect printed receipt. Machines chirp and cameras flash.
2
Officer Interview
Present kiosk receipt, passport, and supporting documents. Officers may ask purpose of visit, length of stay, and where you plan to sleep in Moncton.
3
Baggage Claim & Secondary Inspection
Collect bags from the single carousel. Sniffer dogs may circle while fluorescent lights hum overhead. Some travelers are directed to secondary tables for manual search.
4
Exit to Arrivals
Pass through automatic doors into the greeting hall where cool Atlantic air mingles with the buttery aroma of Cinnabon.

Documents to Have Ready

Valid passport
Must be valid for your entire stay. Officers may stamp if you request a souvenir.
Proof of accommodation
Hotel confirmation, campground booking, or letter from Moncton host.
Return or onward ticket
Confirms you will leave Canada within authorized period.
eTA approval or visa
Show either printed copy or be ready for officer to scan eTA electronically.

Tips for Smooth Entry

Have Moncton hotel address handy. Officers sometimes type it into their console while questioning you.
Keep snacks like apples or jerky in original packaging to speed agricultural inspection.
Use the ArriveCAN app in advance only if you have a vaccination record to upload. Otherwise the paper form works fine.

Customs & Duty-Free

Moncton customs officers enforce Canada's strict rules on food, plants, and large cash sums.

Alcohol
1.5 litres of wine, 1.14 litres of liquor, or 24 cans/bottles of beer (maximum 8.5 litres)
Legal drinking age in New Brunswick is 19; officers may ask for ID.
Tobacco
200 cigarettes, 50 cigars, or 200 grams of manufactured tobacco
Additional quantities are allowed but subject to provincial tax at the Moncton airport counter.
Currency
CAD 10,000 or equivalent must be declared
Failure to declare can lead to seizure and fines.
Gifts/Goods
Goods valued up to CAD 200 after 24-hour absence; CAD 800 after 48-hour absence
Keep receipts. Officers calculate value in Canadian dollars using daily exchange rates.

Prohibited Items

  • Fresh raw meats from non-U.S. countries, risk of animal disease
  • Switchblade knives and brass knuckles, classified as prohibited weapons
  • Counterfeit currency or goods, violates criminal code

Restricted Items

  • Firearms and ammunition, require valid firearms licence and registration. Declare at first point of entry
  • Cannabis over 30 grams, recreational limit is 30 g or equivalent. Excess is seized

Health Requirements

Moncton does not demand COVID-19 vaccination or testing, yet public-health measures can change quickly.

Required Vaccinations

  • None for entry

Recommended Vaccinations

  • Routine immunizations (MMR, DPT, flu)
  • Hepatitis An if visiting rural areas
  • Hepatitis B for health-care workers or long stays

Health Insurance

New Brunswick does not cover foreign visitors under Medicare. Purchase travel insurance covering hospital stays in Moncton hospitals.

Current Health Requirements: Check the Government of Canada travel website within 48 hours of departure for any sudden health orders affecting Moncton flights.

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Important Contacts

Essential resources for your trip.

Embassy/Consulate
Find your country's embassy or consulate
Check your government's travel advisory website
Immigration Authority
Official immigration website
For visa applications and official information
Emergency
Emergency services number
Police, ambulance, fire

Special Situations

Additional requirements for specific circumstances.

Traveling with Children

Carry a consent letter if only one parent or a non-parent is accompanying the child. Include contact info for the absent parent to avoid delays at Moncton immigration.

Traveling with Pets

Dogs and cats need rabies certificate issued within previous 36 months. Officers may inspect the animal at Moncton airport's secondary room.

Extended Stays

Apply online for a visitor record at least 30 days before current status expires if you wish to linger past six months to enjoy Moncton through all four seasons.

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