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  • Apr 22, 2010, 08:47 PM
    MnMosquito
    If you have been convited of a felony 20 years ago, can I get into canada
    I was convicted for a felony 20 years ago. Will I have problems getting into canada or is there something else I need to get before trying to get in there othere then having a passport or one of them ID cards like a pass port, Thanks
  • Apr 22, 2010, 09:12 PM
    Fr_Chuck

    Well you don't need one of those "ID things like a passport" you need a real passport, have you applied for one, here it takes almost 3 weeks just to get an appointment at the post office to even fill it out and it is taking about 4 to 6 weeks to get it back.

    Without knowing the exact felony, murder most certainly could cause an issue. But it is not likely most that are 20 year old should
  • Apr 23, 2010, 09:34 AM
    JudyKayTee

    It is at the discretion of the authorities - it's on a case by case basis. Canadian law can and often does prevent ANYONE with a felony conviction from entering.

    And, yes, you need a passport or an enhanced driver's license.
  • Apr 23, 2010, 04:48 PM
    MnMosquito

    Thanks for the replies. I already applied for a passport card. Now I guess I just have to try going there, all they will do is turn me around I guess. And the felony was a minor theft charge I pleaded guilty to, to get it over with in court.
  • Apr 23, 2010, 06:01 PM
    JudyKayTee

    A passport card? Do you mean you applied for a passport? That doesn't require a background check.

    I've never seen a minor felony charge but, again, it's at the whim of the Government on the day you attempt to cross.

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