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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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: voyage@international.gc.ca

Assistance for Canadians Abroad

• After-Hours Assistance
  
• Arrest and Detention
  
• Canadian Government Offices Abroad
  
• Consular Services
  
• Evacuations
  
• Financial Assistance
  
• Missing Persons
• Registration of Canadians Abroad (ROCA)

Emergencies abroad

• Crisis Situations
• 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
• Children and Travel
• International Adoptions

Citizenship

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

Health and Well-being

• Medical Matters
• Travel Insurance

Legal Matters

• Alcohol and Illegal Drugs
• Authenticating a Document
• Marriage Overseas
• Gay, Lesbian, 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 While Abroad)
• Immigration (Non-Canadian Citizens)
• Income Tax
• Purchases, Souvenirs, and Personal Goods
• Scams