TICO Destination Knowledge 3

Question 1

A client with a criminal record wishes to travel to the United States. What should a knowledgeable travel agent advise?

Accepted Answer

US Customs and Border Protection may deny entry based on criminal history; the client should seek legal advice before travelling

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Criminal records have no impact on US entry for Canadian citizens

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The client should apply for an ESTA waiver to clear their record

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Canadian privacy laws prevent US customs from accessing criminal records

Question 2

What is a 'tourist card' (tarjeta del turista) as used in some Caribbean and Latin American destinations?

Accepted Answer

A government-issued fee-based entry permit required in addition to a valid passport

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A document that replaces the need for a valid passport for Canadian citizens

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A proof of travel insurance issued by TICO-registered agents

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A voluntary loyalty card offered by Caribbean resorts

Question 3

A client is going on a cruise departing from a US port. What documentation does a Canadian citizen typically need?

Accepted Answer

A valid Canadian passport for the entire cruise itinerary is strongly recommended

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Only an Ontario driver's licence and birth certificate

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A CARICOM travel document

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A TICO-issued cruise travel certificate

Question 4

What is the role of a 'destination management company' (DMC) in international travel?

Accepted Answer

A local operator in the destination country that provides ground services such as transfers, tours, and accommodation

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A Canadian-based company that manages TICO registration for outbound travel agents

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A federal agency that oversees travel advisories for Canadian travellers

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A type of group-buy travel insurance provider

Question 5

A Canadian citizen who emigrated from India returns to visit family and purchases a travel package through a TICO-registered Ontario agent. Does TICO's framework apply to this transaction?

Accepted Answer

Yes — TICO's jurisdiction is based on where the service is sold, not the traveller's origin or destination

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No — TICO only regulates travel to countries outside of North America

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Only if the traveller holds dual Canadian-Indian citizenship

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Only for cruises departing from non-Canadian ports

Question 6

When is a traveller considered to need a visa for entry to a foreign country?

Accepted Answer

When the destination country requires formal advance permission for Canadian passport holders to enter, based on bilateral agreements

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Never — Canadian passport holders have visa-free access to all countries worldwide

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Only when the trip duration exceeds 90 days

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Only when travelling for business rather than tourism