Fact Sheet

February 2010

Automated Border Clearance Kiosks

Automated Border Clearance, self-serve kiosks, are now available at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada who have a valid Canadian passport or permanent resident card have the option of using an Automated Border Clearance kiosk to clear the border upon returning to Canada.

The self-serve kiosks are quick and easy to use, and involve no registration process or fee. One person can make a declaration for up to four people using one kiosk, provided they all live at the same address.

Automated Border Clearance kiosks will be available for two years. This will enable both the CBSA and YVR to evaluate the concept, validate projected costs and benefits, and fine-tune operational procedures and technology.

Using Automated Border Clearance

Follow these steps:

1. Fill out the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Declaration Card.
2. Use one of the Automated Border Clearance kiosks, located in the Canadian inspection services area, and follow the instructions on the screen.
3. Proceed to the designated border services officer for a verification of your travel documents.

Helpful tips

Before using Automated Border Clearance, travellers should have the following items readily available:

• a completed CBSA Declaration Card
• a valid Canadian passport or permanent resident card
• receipts for purchases made abroad

For more information, visit www.cbsa.gc.ca, www.yvr.ca or call the Border Information Service line at 1-800-461-9999.