Airport Courtesies - The case of Heads of Mission

Requirements for Requesting Airport Courtesies at First Arrival

The following information is required in order to request Airport Courtesies:

A list of all delegation members including the following information for each member:

  • full name
  • title
  • date of birth
  • passport number
  • passport expiry date
  • nationality of passport
  • Canadian entry visa number if applicable

A full itinerary including:

  • arrival date
  • arrival time
  • port of entry
  • flight number
  • departure date
  • departure time
  • port of departure
  • flight number
  • the same for any other travel within Canada (if not by plane simply indicate mode)

Names and mobile phone numbers for up to 2 greeters.

Name and number of a general contact person for the arrival.

Important for ALL Arrivals

All passengers and crew must arrive with completed Customs Declaration Form (E311).

All persons carrying currency CDN $10,000 and over must complete a Customs Cross-Border Currency and Money Instruments Report Forms (E667B and E668).

In addition, please advise of:

  • health or mobility concerns (wheelchairs at airports etc.) ;
  • special equipment or food that might be brought into Canada on arrival ; and
  • security concerns.

Other Considerations:

For further information regarding requirements and policies of the National Airport Courtesy Program, consult the Circular Note NO. XDV-0421 of July 15, 2015.

For any questions or assistance regarding airport courtesies, please contact Diane Lachapelle, National Airport Courtesy Program Coordinator, at 343-203-3032 or diane.lachapelle@international.gc.ca.