Travel Documents for Domestic Flights in Canada: Birth Certificate Rules

For domestic travel within Canada (flights between Canadian cities), you do not need an original birth certificate.

Acceptable ID for Adults (18+)

• One piece of valid government-issued photo ID (driver's licence, passport, provincial ID card).
• OR two pieces of non-photo ID (e.g., birth certificate photocopy + health card, SIN card, credit card).

For Children (Under 18)

• No ID required if accompanied by adult with valid ID.
• Airline may request proof of age (birth certificate photocopy OK) for lap infants or unaccompanied minors.

Enhanced ID for US Border Crossings

• Enhanced Driver's Licence (EDL) / Enhanced ID Card (EIC) — valid for land/sea entry to USA (not air).
• Issued by: BC, ON, MB, NS, NB, PEI.

International Flights (Canada → US/World)

• Passport required (valid for duration of stay).
• NEXUS card (air/land/sea) for US.
• Birth certificate not accepted for international air travel.

Official Source

Check Transport Canada ID requirements before travel—rules update.