The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) Goes Into Full Effect On June 1, 2009!

The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) that requires U.S. and Canadian travelers to present a passport or other accepted document that denotes identity and citizenship when entering the United States is adding Land and Sea requirements beginning on June 1, 2009. The program is a result of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (IRTPA).

The U.S. WHTI program for air travelers actually went into effect way back on January 23, 2007. Now beginning on June 1, 2009, if you're a U.S. or Canadian traveler, you'll need the proper documentation for land and sea travel entry into America as well.

It is advised that you allow several weeks to complete the new document application and processing time to have your necessary documents for travel after June 1, 2009. For more details, visit the U.S. Customs And Border Protection website below at: http://www.theurltool.com/?5735

Til Next Time,

Be Vigilant, Stay Safe!

Alfred McComber, Personal Security Guy
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