Fort Myers Beach could lose some Canadian visitors to new U.S. policy [Video]

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. — Many Canadian visitors who travel to Lee County, especially Fort Myers Beach, to escape cold winters will soon face new entry rules.

Watch as Fort Myers Beach Community Correspondent Anvar Ruziev speaks with Canadian visitors about the new travel rules:

Fort Myers Beach could lose some Canadian visitors to new U.S. policy

Starting April 11th, Canadians staying in the United States for more than 30 days must register online.

Serge Seguin, a Canadian visitor who has traveled to Florida for years, said crossing the border used to be straightforward.

“Simple questions crossing the border—what you bring, where you’re going, for how long,” said Seguin.

Over 200,000 Canadians visit Lee County each year, making them the largest group of international tourists in the area, according to the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau. Many come specifically to escape harsh winter temperatures back home.

“We still have …