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U.S.-Canada Border Changes Affect 2SLGBTQI+ Travelers

New U.S. rules require sex assigned at birth on official forms. Canada advises 'X' passport holders to verify entry requirements before travel.

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U.S.-Canada Border Changes Affect 2SLGBTQI+ Travelers

The U.S. and Canada have updated their border procedures, affecting 2SLGBTQI+ travelers. The Canadian Association of University Teachers has advised members to avoid non-essential travelocity to the U.S. due to potential difficulties at the border.

The U.S. federal agencies now require sex assigned at birth on official forms, affecting visa, NEXUS applications, passport services, and Social Security documentation. Border agents may apply extra scrutiny and detain those denied entry. Travelers should review relevant state and local regulations and comply with entry requirements to avoid detention.

Canada has updated its U.S. travel advisory specifically for 2SLGBTQI+ travelers. The Canadian government advises those with an 'X' gender identifier in their passports to verify entry requirements with the foreign representatives of their costco travel destination before travel. They should be prepared for possible questions regarding gender identity at borders, as other countries may not recognize this designation.

The varying laws across U.S. states and municipalities regarding gender identity and related rights can pose challenges for 2SLGBTQI+ travelers. Both countries advise travelers to be informed, comply with entry requirements, and be prepared for potential scrutiny at the border.

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