Out of Country

Make sure to take notice of the passport information below!

One of the factors that will make Impulse the best Canadian tournament for smash will be the out of country attendance. The Impulse team has discussed several incentives for those who travel from outside Canada, and below is a list of what we're willing to offer!

1. Free housing! (This is first come (register) first serve. Refer to the Housing section on Smashboards for more info).

2. A tour of Toronto! (Refer to the Tour section on Smashboards for more info).

Passport

Please note that as of June 1, 2009 visitors to Canada from the United States will be required to show:

1) If you are crossing the border by land or sea: a valid US passport, a US passport card, or an enhanced driver's license.

2) If you are flying: a valid US passport ONLY

Full details available here

Obtaining the necessary identification

Americans can get passports very easily. Go to your local post office and apply for them. They will give you all the instructions on what to do, and some people get their passports within 2 weeks! Getting one costs $135 USD for anyone 16+ ($110 USD to renew), or $105 USD for anyone under 16.

An alternative for Americans traveling by land or sea is an enhanced drivers license which is cheaper than a passport, and quicker to obtain. The enhanced license lets you travel to Canada, and some other countries (though not as many as a passport).

One other option for those traveling by land or sea is a US Passport Card