Canada Travel Risk Level

Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions

Canada faces a low risk from petty crime and crime, with the US State Department issuing a Level 1 advisory. Exercise normal precaution in Canada.

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Government travel advisories

US State Department

Level 1

Exercise normal precaution in Canada . Canada is generally a safe destination for travelers. For Americans traveling to Canada for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, follow the latest guidance from the U.S. Embassy in Canada . Crime Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching, pickpocketing, and car break-ins or theft. Review our Travel Guidance for Canada to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

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UK FCDO

Level 1

World Cup 2026 Canada is co-hosting the 2026 World Cup which takes place between 11 June and 19 July . If you are planning to travel to Canada during these times, see the World Cup page for more information. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to: see general advice for women travellers read our guide on disability and travel abroad see general advice for LGBT+ travellers read about safety for solo and independent travel see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad Travel insurance If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency. About FCDO travel advice The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice . Get travel advice updates Sign up to get email notifications when this travel advice is updated. Follow FCDO : travel advice on X travel advice on Facebook Travel Aware on Instagram

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Active disaster alerts (GDACS)

flood · Magnitude 0

Green flood alert in Canada

On 06/06/2026, a flood started in Canada, lasting until 12/06/2026 (last update). The flood caused 0 deaths and 150 displaced .

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:04:54 GMT · 6d ago

Health alerts (WHO)

No active WHO health alerts for Canada at this time.

Global & regional health alerts (WHO)

Cross-border outbreaks and pandemic-scale alerts that affect travellers regardless of destination.

Global · Chikungunya

Chikungunya virus disease- Global situation

2025-10-03T11:25:30Z

Global · Mpox

Broader transmission of mpox due to clade Ib MPXV – Global situation

2025-12-05T19:00:00Z

Global

Seasonal influenza - Global situation

2025-12-10T19:00:00Z

Global

Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus - Global update

2025-12-24T05:38:07Z

Global · Mpox

Mpox: recombinant virus with genomic elements of clades Ib and IIb – Global situation

2026-02-14T19:00:00Z

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to travel to Canada?

Canada is currently assessed at Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) based on US State Department and UK FCDO advisories. Exercise normal precaution in Canada.

What is the current US State Department travel advisory for Canada?

The US State Department currently rates Canada at Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions. Exercise normal precaution in Canada.

What is the current UK FCDO advice for Canada?

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office currently advises at Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions — for Canada. World Cup 2026 Canada is co-hosting the 2026 World Cup which takes place between 11 June and 19 July.