US/Canada Border
Crossing the US-Canada Border can be a very smooth process, but expect it to take 10-30 minutes, and longer during high traffic volume periods. An occasional full-vehicle search may occur. Don't forget to bring proper identification for everyone traveling in your group.
Keep reading to help prepare for your voyage and check out our Travel Advisory page for other information about visiting Bellingham and Whatcom County!
Blaine/Douglas: Peace Arch Crossing
Pacific Highway: Additional Blaine Crossing
Lynden/Aldergrove: Lynden Crossing
- Sumas/Abbotsford-Huntingdon: Sumas Crossing
Point Roberts/Boundary Bay Crossing
Personal Identification Requirements
- Non-Americans going to Canada are required to have a passport and/or visa.
- Legal Permanent US Residents must carry a Green Card.
- Alaska-Bound Travelers must show proof of sufficient funds for travel in Canada. Call ahead if transporting household effects or tools of the trade.
- For more information on traveling into Canada, visit this website.
Enjoy Your Visit in Washington
Whether you’re hunting for bargains or looking for handcrafted wares, boutiques, or outdoor gear, Bellingham and the greater Whatcom County region have many great places to shop.
Find more here.
Duty Free Information for Canadian Shoppers
Canadian shoppers looking for cross-border savings can bring goods back from America, tax free.
Come stay in Whatcom County for a few days and take advantage of the duty-free allowances. Conveniently located across the border, Whatcom County has a wide variety in shopping, dining, and lodging that is sure to please all bargain savvy Canadians.
Check here for all the details on duty-free shopping in the US.
