Cross-border mortgages for Canadians
Our Gateway Program simplifies the mortgage process for Canadians buying a home in the U.S.
Cross-border mortgages
If you’re a Canadian citizen looking to buy or refinance a home in the U.S., the mortgage process can be complicated.
Our Gateway Program offers cross-border mortgage options with more convenience and less complexity. Plus, you’ll have the support of an experienced Mortgage Banker each step of the way.
About the Gateway Program
Cross-border home buyers need a cross-border bank. Our Gateway Program streamlines the mortgage process for Canadians buying or refinancing property in the U.S.
- Available to Canadian citizens who bank with BMO Harris1
- Conventional fixed and adjustable rate mortgages available2
- Loan amounts up to $2 million (USD)3
- Condos are included
- Open to self-employed applicants
About the Gateway Program
What you’ll need to apply:
Canadian documents can be accepted when applying for your U.S. mortgage. Here’s what you may need:
Canadian Documents | U.S. Documents | |
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Proof of Income | ||
Tax Documents | T1 Income Tax and Benefit Return and Notice of Assessment | 1040 U.S. Individual Income Tax Return |
Investment Income | Your most recent two years of T3 and T5 slips | 1040 Schedule B Interest and Ordinary Dividends, and/or Schedule D Capital Gains and Losses |
Salaried Employees | Your most recent two years of T4 slips. Paystubs reflecting your income for the past 30 days | W2 Wage and Tax Statement of Income |
Self-Employed Individuals | Most recent two years of business returns (T2) for any entity where ownership is 25% or more, with all pages and schedules | 1040 Schedule C Net Profit or Loss from Business, and/or 1065 K-1 Partner’s Share of Income, Deductions, Credits, etc. |
Retired Individuals | Copy of your most recent retirement awards letters | Social Security or Awards Pension letter |
Proof of Citizenship and Identity | ||
Copy of passport and/or U.S. qualifying Visa for each borrower | ||
Social Insurance Number for each borrower | Social Security Number for each borrower | |
Proof of Assets | ||
Account statements for most recent two months for each account you hold. Statements must include your name, account number, all pages, bank name, beginning and ending balances, and time period. Accounts include: personal checking and savings; line of credit (if using these funds to close on your new home); RSP; Investments/ brokerage (if using these funds to close on your new home.)
Note: All Canadian asset amounts will be converted into U.S. dollars for the purpose of your financial assessment. |
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Insurance Documents | ||
Current Property Owners | Copies of property tax notice and home insurance premiums for each residential property owned |
Canadian Documents
U.S. Documents
FAQs
Can I buy a property in the U.S. with a mortgage from a Canadian bank?
Do I need a U.S. credit history to apply for a U.S. mortgage?
Is getting a mortgage in the U.S. the same as getting a mortgage in Canada?
How much of a down payment do I need to have for a home or property?
Do I have to attend the mortgage loan closing in person?
I’m a Private Banking or Nesbitt Burns client. Should I talk to my Canadian Wealth Professional about purchasing a home in the U.S.?
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- Applicant must meet one of the following eligibility requirements: New or existing Private Bank client; new or existing Premier Services client; new or existing depository client at BMO Harris Bank N.A. or Bank of Montreal.
- The escrow portion of your monthly mortgage payment may change periodically during the term of your loan depending on changes to your property taxes and hazard, flood or other required insurance. Historical performance of Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) indexes does not predict future performance and is only one factor to consider when choosing a mortgage loan. Certain restrictions and fees may apply.
- Loan limits are subject to change at any time without notice.
- Visit the BMO Harris Security Center for details.
- Auto Pay means periodic scheduled payments automatically deducted from your BMO Harris checking account, as applicable, to pay the loan. When you sign up for Auto Pay, you authorize the Bank to draw your account for all amounts then due, including any late fees and any other charges. Checking account opening subject to bank approval.
- Certain conditions and limitations apply. Digital Banking Guarantees apply to personal accounts only and do not apply to commercial or business accounts. Please see the BMO Digital Banking Agreement found at bmoharris.com/legal for full details.
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