A OWI conviction will stop you from entering into Canada. Canadian Border Services Agency officers will stop anyone with a OWI at the border or any point of entry.
Being refused entry into Canada with a OWI is not uncommon.
The Good News: We have 27 years experience successfully helping Wisconsin residents with OWI entry to Canada.
How Can I Enter Canada With A OWI?
You can enter Canada with a OWI conviction by 1 of 2 methods depending on when the conviction occured.
Option 1)
OWI Convictions LESS than 5 Years Old:
An application for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) will allow travel into Canada for business and/or pleasure.
Option 2)
OWI Convictions OVER 5 Years Old:
A Rehabilitation permit may be applied for allowing permanent hassle free travel to Canada.
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What Charges Are Considered a OWI By Canadian Border Services?
Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) is a serious offence in Canada.
Any of these charges OWI, DWI, DUI are treated the same in Canada:
- Impaired driving charge.
- Drunk driving charge.
- Driving over the legal blood alcohol limit.
Can I Lie At The Border?
Regardless of the nature of any conviction whether is be a OWI/DWI, misdemeanour or felony, all alcohol related convictions are treated seriously. When entering Canada and speaking with a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer you should always tell the truth because if a lie is uncovered you may be refused entry into Canada in the future.
Not Driving To Canada?
Despite the port of entry or method of transportation used to cross the border to enter into Canada, you can be denied entry for a OWI/DWI. Some examples include:
- You arrive by air at a Canadian airport.
- You are not driving and only a passenger in a private or commercial vehicle.
- Leaving a ship docked at a Canadian Harbour
Canada Border Crossing Services can help you successfully file the correct information to be granted either a Temporary Resident Permit or an Application for Rehabilitation.
Please fill in the short form to the right or if you prefer to enter all your information, fill in the detailed form, click Enter Canada with a OWI.
Applications to government agencies for permits can not be rush processed. The sooner you apply, the faster your application will be approved.
