Update for the Lewiston Border Crossing

Crossing from Buffalo, NY into Ontario

For all clients exporting a vehicle from the U.S. At the Lewiston Crossing (New York State)- DO NOT proceed to the office at 726 Exchange Street, Suite 400.

Upon entrance, you will be told that you need to go directly to the office AT THE BRIDGE. At the American side, stay to the left, and enter the American Border Offices. They will direct you to the correct department.

This will save you time, as the Exchange St. office is 15-20 minutes south of the bridge.

Provincial Inspections for Vehicles Imported into Ontario

If you are registering an imported vehicle in Ontario, the Ministry of Transportation for Ontario has provided a handy checklist of required steps.

Click here to view the checklist: http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/vehicle/rgoutcan.htm

An SCC is a certificate that is issued by a government- approved Motor Vehicle Inspection Station (MVIS) after a vehicle passes an inspection. This inspection covers the minimum safety requirements for vehicles in the province of Ontario. You can have your vehicle inspected at a Ministry of Transportation-approved Motor Vehicle Inspection Station (MVIS). There are approximately 13,500 stations across Ontario, just look for the green and white sign that says "Ontario Motor Vehicle Inspection Station".

For more information on the SCC visit http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/faq/vehicle.htm#ssc5