Travel Planning
Planning Your Travel from Iran to Saskatoon
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Introduction
While you may not always have full control over your travel dates and flight routes, when possible, considering a few important points can make your initial settlement in Saskatoon much easier.
Choosing Your Arrival Date
Arriving at the right time can significantly simplify the essential tasks you’ll need to complete after immigration, such as:
- Registering with newcomer support organizations
- Enrolling your children in school
- Setting up banking, healthcare, and other essential services
Access to public transportation is very important during the first few weeks, especially before you have a personal vehicle.
Arriving during the cold seasons (fall and winter) can make commuting more challenging due to harsh temperatures and heavy snowfall.
Transitioning from Temporary to Permanent Housing
- Newcomers typically arrange for short-term accommodations (lasting two weeks to two months) upon arrival.
- After that, you will need to transition to long-term housing and purchase essential household items.
- Completing these tasks during severe cold and heavy snow can be more time-consuming and difficult.
Recommended Travel Timing
If possible, plan your arrival between April and October. During this period, the weather is milder, and completing initial settlement tasks will be much easier.
Of course, individuals traveling for educational purposes or under specific immigration conditions may not have the flexibility to choose their arrival date.
Choosing Your Flight Route
Given the starting point of Iran and the final destination of Saskatoon, flight options are more limited. The following points are important to consider when planning your travel:
Flights via the United States
- Entry or transit through the U.S. is not permitted for Iranian passport holders without a valid U.S. visa.
Flights via Europe
- Some European countries require a transit visa for Iranian travelers.
- A few countries (such as Germany) do not require a transit visa if the traveler holds a valid Canadian visa.
- Always check whether your chosen flight route requires a transit visa before purchasing your ticket.
Booking a Continuous Itinerary to Saskatoon
- Make sure to book your entire journey from origin to Saskatoon under a single reservation (itinerary).
- International flights from Iran to Canada usually allow two checked bags per passenger.
- Domestic Canadian flights often allow only one checked bag.
- If you book your domestic flight separately, you may have to pay extra baggage fees.
A continuous reservation ensures that your luggage is transferred automatically to Saskatoon and helps you avoid additional charges and complications.
If you have extra space, you can indicate in the Association’s Telegram group that you’re willing to bring someone’s parcel for them (free or with a cost).
Conclusion
By carefully planning your arrival date and flight itinerary, you can ensure a smoother, easier, and less stressful transition to Saskatoon.
Paying attention to these important details will greatly assist you in settling quickly and completing essential tasks after arrival.
Disclaimer
The information provided in these resources is intended for informational purposes only, and its accuracy is not guaranteed. The Saskatoon Iranian Cultural Association accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of the content or any consequences resulting from the use of the provided information.
These resources are the property of the Saskatoon Iranian Cultural Association and may be freely referenced, provided that a link to the corresponding page on the Association’s website is included.
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