Driving across the border daily, or a few times a week.

[thecatcrawls]

I don't know if this is the right place to ask this question, but here goes.

I live in Buffalo, NY and my girlfriend lives about an hour or so away in Ontario. If I start driving over the border everyday, or a few times a week, will that cause an issue? I wouldn't be living with her, my house, my job, my car, all my things would always be in Buffalo. Would I ever be turned away for crossing the border too much?

I have a funky work schedule, so sometimes I have 2-3 days off in a row, so on weeks like that, I'd probably stay the night over there and leave the day before or the night before I had work the next day. Other times I may just cross after work to see her for a while and drive back home later that night.

Edit: If this is the wrong board to post this on, if I can be directed to the right one, that'd be great.

 

[scylla]

Whether you're allowed into Canada or not is up to the CBSA officer you encounter at the border. With frequent border crossings, it's possible CBSA may not like this behaviour since it may look like you're trying to live in Canada without authorization. Make sure you carry proof of your ties to the US (employment, property ownership/rental, utility bills, etc.) - this will be very helpful if you are ever questioned. You should also get a Nexus card asap. If it ever looks like you're going to be refused entry, don't argue - take the refusal.

 

[mf4361]

I second @scylla

As a US citizen, you have total rights to enter Canada as tourist at anytime without visa. What CBSA is looking for at the border is ties to US and be sure that you aren't working here. They aren't going to refuse just because you cross borders frequently, but that could be a cause for further exam. As long as you have nothing to hide, you shouldn't worry too much. Be honest and truthful is always the best policy.

And its a great idea to get NEXUS card, saves so much time queuing