CSA Guide to Europe

The Canadian Snowbird Association’s Guide to Europe is your essential resource for safe, smart and rewarding travel in Europe. It covers what Canadians need to know before and during an extended stay, from entry rules to health cover, money and local laws.

Inside the guide:

• Entry, passports and visas — Schengen 90/180-day rule, UK ETA, Entry/Exit System and ETIAS
• Health and safety — travel medical insurance, medications and vaccines, food and water, personal safety and scams
• Getting around and staying — trains, air travel, driving and rentals, accommodation, buying property, travelling with pets
• Money and planning — banking and currency, Canadian and European taxes, provincial health coverage, wills and powers of attorney
• Living in Europe — local laws and customs, weather and natural disasters, communications and emergencies, plus a snowbird checklist

The information in this guide is for general information purposes only and is accurate as of the time of publication. Rules, fees and requirements can change — always verify entry, health and travel requirements before you travel.