Vancouver International Airport (YVR) accommodates over 22,000 international flights each month. YVR offers the shortest flying time between much of North America and Asia as well as being a gateway for Europe.
International Air Access Map
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Getting to and from the Vancouver International Airport
Public transportation, taxis, limos, shuttles, car rentals and driving directions — everything you need to know to get to and from Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, Victoria and Whistler. Visit http://www.yvr.ca/guide/toandfrom/ for detailed information about transportation options from YVR.
U.S. Travel To and From Canada
Air Travel
As of January 23, 2007, U.S. citizens and permanent residents traveling by air to or from Canada require a passport. A passport is the only form of identification that is accepted for air entry.
Land Travel
Currently, U.S. citizens and permanent residents require a birth certificate, a resident alien card or a green card together with picture I.D. or passport to enter Canada via land. A driver's license is NOT accepted as proof of citizenship.
As of June 2009 (at the very latest) ALL travelers, including U.S. citizens, to and from the Americas, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will have to have a passport or other accepted document that establishes the bearer’s identify and nationality to enter or re-enter the United States by any means (land, sea, air, etc.)
The travel document initiative will affect all United States citizens traveling within the Western Hemisphere, who will now be required to carry a passport or other accepted document
- Accepted Forms of Identification
Passports are the only form of identification that will be accepted for air entry. The PASS Card (to be confirmed) or a passport will be acceptable for land or sea entry. It will be available only in the U.S. for U.S. citizens.
For more information please visit the U.S. Department of State's website at:
www.travel.state.gov or the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's website at www.dhs.gov
From Other Countries
Visitors from other countries can check the Canadian Government website for specific information, or call: (http://www.cic.gc.ca/)
from outside Canada: 1-800-992-7037
from within Canada: 1-888-242-2100
Travel and Health Insurance
It is strongly recommended that participants take out insurance to cover loss incurred in case of cancellation, medical expenses and damage to or loss of personal effects. The organizers of the Eleventh World Harp Congress will not be responsible for any medical costs incurred by participants. The Organizing Committee will not accept liability for personal injuries or for loss or damage to property belonging to Congress participants, either during or as a result of the Congress or during any tours.
Letter of Invitation for Visa Policy
An official Letter of Invitation to obtain a Visa and authorization to attend Eleventh World Harp Congress will be issued ONLY after the Registration Form and full payment have been received.
Information for People with Disabilities
Vancouver is one of the most accessible cities in the world for people with physical disabilities. For more information on local transportation, restaurants, hotels and other issues related to your stay in Vancouver, please contact:
The British Columbia Coalition of People with Disabilities
204 - 456 West Broadway,
Vancouver, BC Canada V5Y 1R3
Tel: +1 604 875 0188 • Fax: +1 604 875 9227
Website: http://www.bccpd.bc.ca/
Information regarding Barrier Free Access at YVR http://www.yvr.ca/guide/around/access.asp
Page last updated: May 25, 2010