No, most Canadian citizens visiting the U.S. for tourism or short business trips dont pay the new $250 Visa Integrity Fee because they dont need a visa, but Canadian permanent residents and citizens needing specific visas for work or extended stays do pay it, in addition to other fees, under a new U.S. law from late 2025. Who Pays the Fee Canadian Permanent Residents: Most permanent residents of Canada must get a visa for U.S. travel and now face the extra $250 fee. Canadian Citizens Needing Visas: For specific purposes like certain work (E-1, E-2), fianc(e) (K-1/K-2), or diplomatic roles, Canadian citizens need a visa and will pay the fee. Other Visa-Required Travelers: Citizens from countries like China, India, Nigeria, etc., also pay this fee when getting nonimmigrant visas. Who Doesnt Pay Most Canadian Citizens: For visa-free visits (tourism, shopping, short business), Canadian citizens are exempt. Visa Waiver Program (VWP) Travelers: Citizens from countries in the VWP (like the UK, Australia, Japan) also dont pay this fee for short visits. Key Details Its an Additional Fee: The $250 is on top of existing visa application fees (like the $185 nonimmigrant visa fee). Its a Security Deposit: The fee is intended to be refundable if the traveler complies with all U.S. immigration laws and leaves on time, but getting the refund can be complex. Implementation: The fee came into effect in late 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. AI can make mistakes, so double-check responsesU.S. Implements $250 Entry Fee Effective October 1, 2025: What Canadians, Permanent Residents, and Foreign Workers Should Know About the New Border Change I FHP LawyersDec 9, 2025FHP LawyersDo Canadian permanent residents pay a visa integrity fee for USA Aug 1, 2025 Its also subject to increase each year based on inflation, starting in 2026. The purported idea is to deter people froFacebook Canadian/USA Border Crossing