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Montréal: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Montreal is the largest city in the province of Quebec, the second-largest in Canada, and the eighth-largest in North America.

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Montréal in pictures14 photos · 2 places
Chapel of Our Lady of Help, Montreal
Coastal Elite from Halifax, Canada · cc-by-sa-2.0 · Aug 21, 2016
Coastal Elite from Halifax, Canada · cc-by-sa-2.0 · Jun 28, 2016
Mount Royal Cross
Jiaqian AirplaneFan · cc-by-3.0 · Oct 5, 2013
Mount Royal Cross
Robincantin · cc-by-sa-4.0 · May 21, 2018

Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

Choose a passport

Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

Internships, au pair and study programmes have a different visa category and a different set of documents. Applications go through CMO International Programmes.

IEC international programmes

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Addition of  information about entry requirements for those entering from Ebola-affected regions ('Entry requirements' page).

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.
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Exercise normal precaution in Canada . Canada is generally a safe destination for travelers. Crime Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, like purse snatching, pickpocketing, and car break-ins or theft. Review our Travel Guidance for Canada to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport YUL13 km from the centre
Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport YHU13 km from the centre
Montreal Mirabel International Airport YMX40 km from the centre