Landing IN Toronto (Here as a Visitor)

[monstergirly]

I have my COPR and I need to officially land, but I am already a visitor in Canada (in Toronto). Should I go to the airport (Pearson) or would it be better to take more time and go to a border crossing (Lewiston, etc.)? Obviously the airport is closer but if it would be smoother I can plan a trip to the border. I don't really have anything to declare. I think this is called "flagpoling"?

The letter from the CIC and the website state: "If you already live in Canada... ...you can make an appointment at a Citizenship and Immigration (CIC) office near where you live in Canada. To do this, contact CIC’s Call Centre..." I gave up on this idea - when you call there is no option for this and if you don't select what is given it disconnects you!

 

[scylla]

You cannot land at an airport unless you are arriving on a flight from an international destination.

Yes - you can certainly flagpole as a US/Canada land border.

It can take close to two months to get an appointment to land at the visa office within Canada. The border is really your best bet.

 

[monstergirly]

You cannot land at an airport unless you are arriving on a flight from an international destination.

Yes - you can certainly flagpole as a US/Canada land border.

It can take close to two months to get an appointment to land at the visa office within Canada. The border is really your best bet.

Thanks! I figured as much but it's always nice to have confirmation from this forum...