CBP Reminds Travelers to Possess WHTI-Compliant Documents
May 22, 2009 – 9:59 am
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) once again reminds U.S. and Canadian citizens to start applying for WHTI-compliant travel document now, as the new document requirements for entry into U.S. at land and seaports under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) are set to begin from June 1 and the approval process can take several weeks.
CBP has stated that U.S. and Canadian citizens who lack WHTI-compliant documents but are otherwise admissible will not be denied entry into the U.S. on June 1, and are encouraged to continue with their travel plans and to obtain facilitative and secure WHTI travel document as soon as possible. Presently, there are certain WHTI-compliant documents that can be presented while entering into U.S. at land and seaports, they include:
- U.S. or Canadian Passport;
- Trusted Traveler Card (NEXUS, SENTRI, or FAST/EXPRESS);
- U.S. Passport Card;
- State or province-issued Enhanced Driver’s Licenses (when and where available).
For further information on WHTI-compliant documents and other aspects, travelers and readers may visit WHTI Web site www.GetYouHome.gov
For complete information on the CBP reminder, please click the link: CBP Reminds Travelers of New Border-Crossing Document Requirements
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