The following questions and answers provide advice on a variety of subjects related to international travel. If you cannot find the information you are looking for, please contact us by e-mail at travel@international.gc.ca.

Assistance for Canadians Abroad

• Arrest and Detention
• Evacuations
• Financial Assistance
• Missing Persons
• Registration of Canadians Abroad

Emergencies abroad

• Death Abroad
• Hijackings, Hostage Takings, and Kidnappings Abroad
• Lost or Stolen Belongings Abroad
• Natural Disasters and Civil Emergencies
• Physical Assault
• Sexual Assault

Children

• Child Abductions and Custody Issues
• Child Welfare
• International Adoptions

Citizenship

• Birth Abroad
• Canadian Citizenship
• Dual Citizenship (or Dual Nationality)

Health and Well-being

• Medical Matters
• Medication and Medical Supplies
• Travel Insurance

Legal Matters

• Alcohol and Illegal Drugs
• Authenticating a Document
• Marriage Overseas
• Homosexual, Bisexual and Transgender Travel
• Legal and Notary Services

Transportation

• Transportation
• Travellers with Disabilities
• International Driving Permit

Travel Documentation

• Passports
• Visas

Travel Information Program for Canadian Travellers

• Travel Reports
• Global Issues
• Travel Updates
• Travel Warnings

Other Issues

• Elections (Voting from Abroad)
• Immigration (Non-Canadian Citizens)
• Income Tax
• Money and Currency