Now that changes in international travel restrictions have made it easier for Canadians to go on vacations abroad during the pandemic, you might risk running into this familiar, yet nerve-wracking scenario: you’ve booked your flight, accommodation, all your activities and restaurant reservations for your upcoming trip… only to realize that your passport, although technically not expired, isn’t valid!

Here’s everything you need to know about how this database tracks your border crossing history and why you need to ensure it’s accurate.

Before you start planning your trip to the Great White North, here’s what you need to know about travel insurance for visiting Canada.