I have heard of something called a CANPASS, what is it?
A. If you frequently enter Canada from the U.S., you may qualify for one or more of our CANPASS programs designed to facilitate reporting to customs for pre-approved travellers. CANPASS benefits include: automated kiosks for CANPASS-Air members at airports using the iris of your eye to identify you for expedited passage through Customs and Immigration; telephone reporting privileges for CANPASS members travelling on private and corporate aircraft, boat, or snowmobile; and extended hours of service for travellers arriving at designated remote customs offices (available at two sites only: Forest City and Fosterville, New Brunswick). If you are interested in a CANPASS membership, you must complete an application form, undergo a background security check, and meet certain eligibility requirements. Application forms and information are available at customs offices, or by calling the Automated Customs Information Services line at: 1-800-461-9999 (toll free in Canada) or (204) 983-3500 or (50
