Persons with criminal charges and/or convictions may be inadmissible to the United States regardless of how long ago it was or how minor the charges. Typical offenses that render a person inadmissible include fraud, theft, or crimes relating to controlled substances.  Additionally, persons previously removed or denied entry from the U.S. may also be inadmissible. 

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has access to criminal records; therefore any individual with a criminal record runs the risk of being denied entry from the United States, even if it is only for a brief visit. 

REMEMBER:  Canadian citizens should be aware that Canadian pardons are not recognized by the United States and a waiver is still required for entry.  Don’t waste your money on a Canadian pardon; it will not help your border-crossing problems.

Persons with criminal charges and/or convictions may be inadmissible to the United States regardless of how long ago it was or how minor the charges. Typical offenses that render a person inadmissible include fraud, theft, or crimes relating to controlled substances.  Additionally, persons previously removed or denied entry from the U.S. may also be inadmissible. 

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has access to criminal records; therefore any individual with a criminal record runs the risk of being denied entry from the United States, even if it is only for a brief visit. 

REMEMBER:  Canadian citizens should be aware that Canadian pardons are not recognized by the United States and a waiver is still required for entry.  Don’t waste your money on a Canadian pardon; it will not help your border-crossing problems.