Permanent address in Canada for snowbirds in the U.S.
Posted date : May 21, 2024.
I have been looking and looking for info on regulations or requirements for a home address in Canada while snowbirding in the U.S. Do we need a physical address? What are the rules around this. I saw one blog post, but it really didn’t answer my questions, so thought that I would reach out. Is this required? What happens if we sold our home, bought an RV to go to Florida, and stayed in it when back in Canada for the summer months.
Trevor Dechurer
Edmonton, AB
Ed.: There is no rule, but your challenges could start at the border if the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agent asks you to prove your ties to Canada and that you have a home to return to, rather than creating suspicion that you may stay in the United States indefinitely. You will also need an address to continue enjoying your provincial residency status and for basic items such as your driver’s licence, banking account and credit cards. “Rent” a room from a family member and use that as a home address if you must.
