Moncton Entry Requirements
Visa, immigration, and customs information
Visa Requirements
Entry permissions vary by nationality. Find your category below.
Travelers may enter Moncton without a visa for tourism or short business trips.
U.S. citizens need only proof of citizenship (passport, NEXUS, FAST, or Enhanced ID). Others require passport valid for duration of stay.
Visa-exempt foreign nationals arriving by air must obtain an eTA before boarding flights to Moncton.
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.
Citizens of countries not eligible for visa exemption or eTA must apply for a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) before travel.
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.
Documents to Have Ready
Tips for Smooth Entry
Customs & Duty-Free
Moncton customs officers enforce Canada's strict rules on food, plants, and large cash sums.
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.
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Important Contacts
Essential resources for your trip.
Special Situations
Additional requirements for specific circumstances.
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.
Dogs and cats need rabies certificate issued within previous 36 months. Officers may inspect the animal at Moncton airport's secondary room.
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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