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flag Canada warns travelers: New U.S. entry rules require visas for some, stricter screening, and weather risks.

flag Canada updated its travel advisory on December 31, 2025, noting new U.S. entry rules effective January 1, 2026. flag While no travel bans exist, Canadian permanent residents may now need a non-immigrant visa due to a U.S. proclamation restricting nationals from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, and Yemen, with partial restrictions on seven others. flag Canadians using Canadian passports are unaffected. flag The U.S. has expanded biometric screening, requiring facial recognition photos at most ports of entry. flag Border agents may search electronic devices, and refusal could lead to delays or denial of entry. flag Travelers are warned of severe weather in California, where heavy rains have triggered a state of emergency, flooding, and risks of mudslides and rockslides. flag Canadian visits to the U.S. dropped 26.3% in 2025, while U.S. visits to Canada rose slightly. flag The advisory urges travelers to use official crossings, monitor local conditions, and follow guidance from authorities.

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