Border Crossing Documentation & Requirements
Essential Documentation Requirements All travelers using the Detroit Windsor Tunnel must present proper identity and citizenship documentation to both U.S. and Canadian customs officials. The Department of Homeland Security requires these documents to ensure efficient and secure border crossings.
- - Valid Passport
- - Enhanced Driver's License (EDL)
- - NEXUS Card (Trusted Traveler Program)
- - SENTRI Card
- - FAST Card
- - S. Passport Card
- - S. Military ID (when traveling on official orders)
- - S. Merchant Mariner Document (when traveling on official maritime business)
- - Form I-872 American Indian Card
- - Enhanced Tribal Card (where available)
- - Birth Certificate (original or certified copy)
- - Passport
- - Citizenship Card Note: Parents/guardians traveling with children should carry custody documents or written permission from non-present parents when applicable.
- - Have all documents ready before reaching customs
- - Remove sunglasses and hats
- - Turn off mobile devices
- - Roll down all vehicle windows
- - Answer all questions clearly and directly
- - Declare all items when asked
- - Follow customs officer instructions promptly
- - Firearms and weapons
- - Illegal substances
- - Certain agricultural products
- - Undeclared currency over $10,000
- - Commercial goods without proper documentation
- - Standard processing time: 2-5 minutes per vehicle
- - Wait times may vary during peak hours
- - Real-time updates available on our website
- - NEXUS lanes offer expedited processing when available
For the most updated federal requirements for crossing U.S. borders, please visit: Cross U.S. Borders | Homeland Security
Cross U.S. Borders – Homeland Security
Travelers traveling through the United States must have the required documents needed to enter the United States via land, sea, or air based upon their citizenship or place of residence. Below are requirements for U.S. Citizens/Lawful Permanent Residents and International Visitors and information about Trusted Traveler Programs.
For the most updated federal requirements for crossing Canada Borders please visit: Crossing the border into Canada
Crossing the border into Canada
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