Quebec City/Charlevoix, Canada

What to wear in Quebec City/Charlevoix, Canada

Dress as you would in any cosmopolitan city, but keep in mind that you are rather far north and temperature are probably cooler than you are used to for corresponding seasons in the US. Spring, fall, and even summer nights often call for a light sweater or coat and in the winter, a full ensemble of heavy coat, scarf, gloves, hat, boots and very warm socks are required. Over all, "nice casual" is norm, and comfortable shoes are a necessity in this pedestrian city.

Spoken language in Quebec City/Charlevoix, Canada

French is the regional language, but most people in the hospitality industry speak English.

Electricity in Quebec City/Charlevoix, Canada

Quebec's electrical current is 110volts/60 cycles, the same as the US.

Customs information for Quebec City/Charlevoix, Canada visitors

We strongly advise that you confirm the following information and regard this only as a basic guide.

Entry

American citizens are not required to have either a passport or visa to enter Canada. Native-born US citizens, however, must have proof of citizenship such as a birth certificate with a raised seal and a government-issued photo ID.

Canadian Customs

Visitors may enter Canada with personal effects duty-free provided that they declare them to the customs officials upon arrival and that the goods are not subject to restrictions. Persons aged 16 and over are authorized to take 50 cigars, 200 cigarettes, and 2.2 pounds of smoking tobacco. Persons 18 and over may take 40 ounces of duty-free alcoholic beverages.

Cultural Property

Canada has restrictions to ensure that objects of historical, cultural, artistic, or scientific significance remain in Canada. If you wish to take objects that are more than 50 years old (or made by a person who is no longer living) out of the country - artifacts, fossils, fine art, decorative art, rare books, or archival materials - you may require an export permit and you must check with the Movable Cultural Property Program, 15 Eddy Street, 3rd Floor, Room 13, Hull, Quebec, Canada K1A 0M5, phone 819-997-7761, fax 819-997-7757.

US Customs

US residents returning from Canada after a visit of 48 hours or more may return with $800 worth of duty-free articles for personal or household use. Up to 100 cigars (non-Cuban), 32 ounces of alcoholic beverages (travelers over 21), and 200 cigarettes per person may be included.

US Consulate

2 Terrasse Dufferin, PO Box 939, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada G1R 4N5, phone 418-692-2095 or 800-529-4410.

Advising for Quebec City/Charlevoix, Canada visitors

We strongly advise that you confirm the following information and regard this only as a basic guide.

Tax Refund

The GST (Goods and Services Tax) is reimbursable upon departure, but you must keep your receipts. Simply pick up a copy of the Tax Refund Application for Visitors at any Customs Office and most tourism centers, duty-free shops, and some hotels. The form is short and easy to fill out and along with your receipts, is all you need to be reimbursed on the spot as you exit the country.