Crossing into Victoria, BC from US

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  1. not4hire

    not4hire Road Train Member

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    You're registered as an RV, correct? And you've taken your truck to Ontario?
     
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  3. JoeF2002

    JoeF2002 Light Load Member

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    No it's registered as a truck (doesn't qualify as an RV at this time). No apportioned plates though.
     
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  4. not4hire

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    Okay.

    If you're taking BC Ferries from Tsawwassen (te wa sen... or close enough for white man ;)), as noted, DON'T use the Peace Arch Port of Entry on WA I-5/BC 99 or you will spend two hours waiting while the nice US CBP agents go through your truck after you've had to turn around before the Canadian border... DAMHIK. o_O Do exit at MM 275 to take the Pacific Highway (BC 15) Port of Entry.

    BC requires a "financial responsibility" permit for non-resident commercial vehicles. Links attached.
    Commercial Transport Regulations (COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT REGULATIONS)
    Commercial Transport Regulations (Division 6 — Non-resident Vehicles)​

    In case you also want to review any other information regarding commercial vehicle operation in BC, or contact Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement : CVSE - Home

    Other than that, enter "Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal" into your GPS and go!
     
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    Locate a Port of Entry | U.S. Customs and Border Protection
     
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  6. AModelCat

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    @JoeF2002 are you making any other stops in BC on your trip?
     
  7. JoeF2002

    JoeF2002 Light Load Member

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    No plans for added stops at this time
     
  8. JoeF2002

    JoeF2002 Light Load Member

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    This will be extremely helpful thank you!
     
  9. AModelCat

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    I might have to take a trip over to the Island to check out the truck then if I happen to have some time off.
     
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  10. JoeF2002

    JoeF2002 Light Load Member

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    I was looking at crossing near the Port Angeles area. Do you know if ferries for a semi run from there?
     
  11. JoeF2002

    JoeF2002 Light Load Member

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    Hopefully we'll be able to get up there for you guys. Keep an eye on the FB page :)
     
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