RULES FOR VISITING CANADA, DRIVE OR ARRIVE BY TRAIN, BUS OR BOAT AS A U.S. PERMANENT RESIDENT THAT OBTAINED SUCH STATUS THROUGH ASYLUM

Most people will need either a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to travel to Canada - but not both. 

If you are a U.S. Permanent Resident commonly referred to as a green card holder, and you obtained such status through asylum, You don't need a visa or an eTA to travel to Canada when you drive, arrive by train, bus or boat. 

You don't need a visa or an eTA. However, to get to Canada by car, train, bus or boat, you must bring valid proof of your U.S. lawful permanent resident status (such as a Green Card.* 

Please note: If your travel plans change, you do need an eTA and your U.S. Refugee Travel Document (Form I-571)if you decide to fly to a Canadian airport instead. 

For further information about travelling to Canada, Visit the link below regarding travelling by air with an eTA or travelling to Canada with a criminal reocrd.  https://asyleetravelguide.blogspot.com/search?q=canada

Tennyson Watson-Joyner is a foreign born U.S. Permanent Resident, read for a Bachelors of Science Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management with a major in Travel, Tourism and Entertainment Management.I have successfully navigated the U.S. immigration system. 

The information contained in "The United States Refugee Travel Document (Form I-571)Asylee Travel Guide" is provided for informational purposes only. Opinions expressed are the authors alone and compiled information, for International Travel with a U.S. Refugee Travel Document (Form I-571) , use links attached for visa free destinations as listed by the consulate of each country that offers the same to asylees and permanent residence whose was granted the same as a result of asylum. If you have a criminal record, Speak to an attorney-at-law prior to your departure.