When travelling in Canada or abroad, this Canadian proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is a reliable way to prove your vaccination.
This proof can be used as of October 30, 2021, to board planes, trains and ships in Canada. This refers to the federal government’s announcement .
First, go to the Government of Canada website here.
Then select your province or territory. You will be directed to the special section of your provincial government to obtain your proof.
Go directly to the “Access the self-service portal“.
Fill in the information to access your file. Then confirm by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page.
The proof of vaccination is sent through a link by email or text message. Select your choice and click Submit.
Almost automatically, you will receive a notification with a secure link to click.
You have three choices:
Select the last choice, if you are traveling outside of Quebec. You will be able to print it in paper format, save it as a PDF or as an image on your mobile device.
After clicking on“Download your proof for use outside Quebec“, a file will appear to download it.
The header is with the logos of the Canadian and Quebec governments. It is a document in French and English.
It contains a QR code as well as a list of the vaccines received and the date for each.
To print your proof of vaccination :
Please note that your printing must be of high quality. A blurred printout will not work. Avoid having the paper folded over the QR code.
To save your proof of vaccination on your mobile phone :
It cannot be downloaded on the VaxiCode application, because it is totally different from the vaccine passport used in Quebec.
If the email address and cell phone option are not suitable, the QR code can be sent by mail. Call 1-877-644-4545 for support.
You are now ready to travel outside Quebec.
Have a good trip! And don’t forget to get a no-FX fee credit card 😉
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