In some situations, Canadian snowbirds may have to file a U.S. Nonresident Tax Return. One example is if you are claiming an exemption under the Canada - U.S. Tax Treaty.

If you are claiming an exemption under the Canada - U.S. Tax Treaty, you will need to file this form along with your U.S. Nonresident Alien Tax Return.

If you meet the qualifications and filing deadlines, this form may allow you to stay in the U.S. for up to 182 days each year without being considered a U.S. resident for tax purposes.

If you have a bank account or other financial accounts in the U.S., you may need to provide the institution where these accounts reside with a W-8BEN.

If you own foreign property that has a total cost over a certain amount, you may have to file a Form T1135 with CRA every year.

If someone else is driving your car down to the U.S. for you with your personal belongings in it, you should provide them with this form to avoid issues at the border.

If you don't qualify to renew your passport, use this form to apply for a new Canadian passport.

Snowbirds who are eligible to renew their Canadian passports can use this form, which is faster and easier than applying for a new passport.

If someone is driving your car home for you with your personal effects in it, it's a good idea to provide them with this form, as it may help avoid duty and taxes on your personal goods when bringing them home.

Enrolling in the NEXUS Program can be a great way for snowbirds to make travel between Canada and U.S. faster and easier.

If you plan to permanently import your car to the U.S. from Canada, you will need to provide this form from the Department of Transportation when bringing your car to the United States.

If you plan to permanently import your car to the U.S. from Canada, you will need to provide this form from the Environmental Protection Agency when bringing your car to the United States.