ArriveCAN

As part of Canada's efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and prevent importation, all travellers are required to digitally provide contact and quarantine information upon and after entry into Canada.

Use ArriveCAN to comply with the new mandatory travel requirements.

Speed up your process at the Canadian port of entry and limit points of contact with others.

App Name: ArriveCAN
Package Name: ca.gc.cbsa.coronavirus

Brief:

ArriveCAN is an essential travel companion designed to streamline the entry process into Canada during and beyond the era of COVID-19. As a government-sanctioned tool, it serves travellers entering the country to efficiently provide mandatory information required for exempt essential travel. From frequent cross-border commuters to those providing essential services, ArriveCAN facilitates a quicker, more seamless border crossing by allowing users to input their details once for repeated use.

Core Features:

• 📲 Multi-Platform Support: Accessible via iOS, Android, and a web platform ensuring broad device compatibility.
• 🌐 Multilingual Interface: Offers English, French, and Spanish language options, catering to diverse linguistic needs.
• 🗓️ Data Retention: Ability to save your contact and travel document information for use in future travel.
• 🛂 Compliance Efficiency: Designed to meet regulatory requirements, ensuring travellers adhere to the mandatory information submission guidelines.

Pros:

• 👨‍✈️ Simplified Border Processing: Speeds up the entry process into Canada, reducing wait times.
• 🔄 Repeat Entry Convenience: Submit information once and reuse the ArriveCAN receipt for each entry, ideal for frequent travellers.
• 👩‍💻 User-Friendly Design: Intuitive interface for straightforward navigation and data submission.
• 🔒 Information Security: Adheres to strict data privacy protocols for safeguarding personal and travel information.

Cons:

• 🛑 Entry Limitations: Non-compliance or failure to use the app can lead to denial of entry for certain foreign nationals.
• 🕒 72-hour Submission Window: Requires submission of information within 72 hours prior to arrival which can be restrictive for some travel scenarios.
• 📏 Stringent Regulations: There could be additional delays and fines for travellers not following the submission rules.
• ✈️ Air Travel Exclusive Restrictions: Boarding denials may occur for air travellers specifically if ArriveCAN is not used correctly.

Price:

• 💵 ArriveCAN is a free service provided by the government to aid in the safe and efficient travel into Canada.

Community information for this app is not applicable as ArriveCAN is a non-game application focused on travel requirements.