Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Canada Issues Travel Advisory for India Citing Security Concerns
The Canadian government is telling its citizens to be careful if they're traveling to India.
They are specifically warning against going to Jammu and Kashmir because it is not safe.
They also suggest avoiding non-essential travel to Assam and Manipur.
There's a risk of terrorism, violence, and crime.
They're also worried about protests against Canada.
If you go, they advise you to be aware of your surroundings and keep a low profile.
Important: Canadian consular services are limited in some cities.
Make sure your passport is up to date and that you follow visa rules, or you could be in trouble.
Canada advises against all travel to Jammu and Kashmir due to the security situation.
Non-essential travel to Assam and Manipur is discouraged.
Areas within 10km of the Pakistan border are considered high-risk.
Canadians are advised to be cautious due to potential anti-Canada protests.
Consular services are unavailable in certain Indian cities.
- Who
- The Canadian government
- What
- Issued a travel advisory for India
- When
- Not specified, advisory is current
- Where
- India, with specific warnings for Jammu and Kashmir, Assam, Manipur, and areas near the Pakistan border
- Why
- Due to terrorism, civil unrest, crime, and potential anti-Canada protests
- Advisory Issuing Body
- Government of Canada
- Travel to Jammu and Kashmir
- Advised against due to security concerns
- Non-Essential Travel
- Discouraged for Assam and Manipur
- Risk Areas
- Areas within 10km of the Pakistan border
- Consular Services
- Unavailable in Bengaluru, Chandigarh, and Mumbai
- Visa Requirements
- Passports valid for at least six months and tourist visas allow 180-day stays