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ARTICLE · 25 JUNE 2021

North American Land Border Closures Extended Through July 21, 2021

Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns, U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada land borders will remain closed through July 21, 2021.

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Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns, U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada land borders will remain closed through July 21, 2021.

Overview  

North American land borders will remain closed for another month. Aside from the extended closure, all other provisions of the existing border closure will stay the same. The border closures apply to train, boat, and passenger ferry travel only. Air travel is not affected.

Travel is restricted to essential purposes only at this time, which includes: 

  • U.S. citizens and permanent residents traveling home 
  • People traveling across borders for healthcare, employment, or education 
  • Individuals involved in cross-border trade

Limited additional exceptions may be permitted in certain circumstances. Travel for tourism and recreational reasons is prohibited.  

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