Documents needed for US-Canada travel on H1/H4B visas?

When traveling to Canada from the US and returning, you and your wife will need the following documentation:

Traveling to Canada:

1. Passports: Both of your passports must be valid for the duration of your stay in Canada.

2. Canadian Travel Visa: Ensure that both of you have valid Canadian travel visas.

3. Proof of US Visa Status:

o For you: H1B visa approval notice (Form I-797) and a valid H1B visa stamp in your passport.

o For your wife: H4 visa approval notice (Form I-797) and a valid H4 visa stamp in her passport.

4. Return Ticket: Proof of return or onward travel, demonstrating your intent to leave Canada at the end of your visit.

5. Proof of Funds: Evidence that you have sufficient funds to support yourselves during your stay in Canada (e.g., bank statements, credit cards).

6. Travel Itinerary: Details of your travel plans, including accommodation and activities in Canada.

7. Health Insurance: It’s advisable to have travel health insurance covering your stay in Canada.

Returning to the US:

1. Passports: Both of your passports must be valid.

2. Valid US Visas:

o For you: H1B visa stamp in your passport.

o For your wife: H4 visa stamp in her passport.

3. I-797 Approval Notices: Carry the original or a copy of your H1B and H4 approval notices (Form I-797).

4. Recent Pay Stubs: For you, it’s helpful to carry recent pay stubs to prove ongoing employment in the US.

5. Proof of Residence: Evidence of your residence in the US, such as a lease agreement or utility bills.

6. Travel Itinerary: Details of your travel plans, including dates and places visited in Canada.

By ensuring you have these documents, you should be well-prepared for your trip to Canada and your return to the US.