Niagara Falls Border

Approximately 28 million visitors cross the border every year from the United States into Canada by automobile. An additional 17 million international visitors arrive by air or boat from the US and across the globe.

The Rainbow Bridge is one of the faster international bridges crossing the two borders into Canada and is just a few minutes drive to the majestic Falls located at the foot of Clifton Hill. The port of entry is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Travellers can cross the bridge by vehicle, bicycle or on foot.

The Rainbow Bridge is the fifth largest land border port of entry for total traveller volumes entering Canada. It features four lanes over the Niagara River and gorge, nearest to the Niagara Falls, connecting Niagara Falls, Ontario and Niagara Falls, New York. Currently, there are 15 traveller lanes into Canada including 1 designated bilingual lane. There is a designated tour bus lane; however there are no commercial or NEXUS lanes.

For pedestrians using the Pedestrian Walk Way; they can expect an approximate commute of 10 minutes, along with panoramic views of the American and Horseshoe Falls. It is also a prime viewing location if you want to catch the fireworks series that runs from the Canadian Victoria Day holiday right up to Canadian Thanksgiving in the fall.

US citizens, regardless of age, are encouraged to carry a valid passport to confirm their identity and citizenship. The same conditions apply to US permanent residents.

For more information, please visit Travel.State.Gov, CBP.gov or The Canada Border Services Agency. Citizens of Other Countries

Citizens of other countries who wish to enter Canada through the United States must also carry a passport and may require a visa, which they should obtain from a Canadian embassy or consulate outside Canada before attempting to enter the country.

For a listing of countries from which you would need a visa to enter Canada click below:

For more information about obtaining a visa click below

For a complete listing of embassies, consulates and missions around the world click below:

The Peace Bridge Camera is located on the Peace Bridge, and is pointed West looking into Ontario, Canada.

The Ontario Ministry of transportation has numerous webcams throughout Southern Ontario on its major highways. This includes all the highways that lead to and from Niagara Falls.