Is NEXUS a visa?

Nexus cards can be used for travel by land, air and sea between Canada and the United States, so yes it is an air pass card. If you intend on using your Nexus pass for air travel you must make sure you have had an iris scan at one of the designated Nexus interview centers.

Is NEXUS card a visa?

You must have lived continuously in the US or Canada (the country you are a permanent resident of) for at least 3 years. If you are a national of a country that would normally require a visa to visit the country you are not a permanent resident of, then you will also need a visa to get your NEXUS Card.

Can a US citizen have a NEXUS card?

How to get a NEXUS card. Membership is open to citizens and permanent residents of both Canada and the United States, as well as Mexican nationals who are members of Mexico's trusted traveler program, Viajero Confiable. To get your application approved, you need to prove that you're a low-risk traveler.

Can I travel with NEXUS without passport?

If you do not have your passport on your first passage, you can't use the NEXUS kiosk or eGate and must have your identity verified by an officer. Your passport photo will be stored in CBSA systems to be used by the NEXUS kiosks and eGates for identity verification.

What is the US equivalent of NEXUS?

TSA PreCheck and Global Entry are two of the Trusted Traveler programs offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. NEXUS is a joint-run initiative by the U.S. Trusted Traveler program and Canada Border Services Agency. CLEAR is a separate program, run by a privately-owned company and certified by the DHS.

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Can you use NEXUS for international?

NEXUS benefits

self-serve NEXUS kiosks and eGates at 9 major international airports. Transportation Security Administration Pre-Check lines at over 200 participating U.S. airports. dedicated vehicle lanes at 21 designated land border crossings.

Can I cross the U.S. border with my NEXUS card?

If you are approved to participate in NEXUS, you will receive a membership identification card to use when entering Canada or the United States at all designated NEXUS air, land and marine ports of entry. There is a non-refundable $25 (USD) fee to replace a NEXUS card that is damaged, lost or stolen.

What are the advantages of a NEXUS card?

How does NEXUS work at the airport?

Program members use dedicated processing lanes at designated northern border ports of entry, NEXUS kiosks when entering Canada by air and Global Entry kiosks when entering the United States via Canadian Preclearance airports. NEXUS members also receive expedited processing at marine reporting locations.

Can I fly with just my NEXUS card?

All Canadian Citizens entering the United States by AIR are required to present a valid passport, or a NEXUS card when departing from Canada.

How does a U.S. citizen get a NEXUS card?

To be eligible for NEXUS you must: be admissible to Canada and the U.S. under immigration laws. provide true and complete information on your application. not have violated customs, immigration or agriculture laws.

Is it hard to get a NEXUS card?

Anyone can apply for a NEXUS card. You don't even need to travel often, just as long as you're willing to pay the cost and can attend the interview. The NEXUS Card application process involves completing a questionnaire to determine eligibility, paying a fee and attending an interview.

How long does it take to get NEXUS approval?

How long it will take to process your application. Your application may be processed within 30 business days of receipt.

What are the disadvantages of NEXUS card?

Nexus Pass Disadvantages are seen as follows:

Another Nexus pass disadvantage could be the RFID tag embedded in the NEXUS card. Some people think that this could be used to track your whereabouts. If you break any immigration or customs laws, your GOES NEXUS pass will be revoked and you will be prosecuted.

Is a NEXUS card a valid ID in USA?

Entering the US by land

Regardless of whether the traveler is in an approved vehicle or not, the NEXUS card is a WHTI compliant document, and may be used in any standard lane from Mexico into the United States as proof of identity and citizenship.

Can you use NEXUS with expired passport?

Your NEXUS membership date is not dependent on the passport expiration date. Membership will remain valid, even if the passport expires.

Does NEXUS count as TSA PreCheck?

To receive TSA PreCheck®, you must include your Known Traveler Number (your CBP PASSID for Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI members) in the appropriate field of your airline reservation, and the TSA PreCheck® indicator must be displayed on the boarding pass to access the lanes.

What is the cost of a NEXUS card?

NEXUS memberships are valid for 5 years. There is a $50 (USD) non-refundable application processing fee.

Which airports use NEXUS?

Is there an interview for NEXUS card?

Two-step interview at a Canadian airport enrolment centre followed by an interview at a U.S. preclearance location in a Canadian airport. You must schedule step 1 of your interview at a Canadian airport enrolment centre through the Trusted Traveller Programs scheduler.

What is better Global Entry or NEXUS?

If you travel between Canada and the U.S. often, Nexus is better because it can help you in both directions. However, if you travel to many different countries (whether they include Canada or not), Global Entry is better because it speeds your entry back into the U.S.

Do I need an interview for a NEXUS card?

You must attend an interview at a NEXUS enrolment centre to finalize your membership. Once the program conditionally approves your application, they will invite you to schedule an interview. Check your Trusted Traveller Program System account for the invitation.

What do they ask in NEXUS interview?

Frequently asked questions at the NEXUS interview are: “Why do you want the Nexus card?” “How often do you plan to use the NEXUS pass?” “Where do you think you will travel to in Canada /the States?”

Can NEXUS use fast lane?

The NEXUS Program provides enrolled, pre-approved travelers access to a dedicated lane for expedited border inspection. Similarly, the FAST Programs, allow pre-enrolled and compliant commercial movements to use a dedicated lane and bypass queues of non-FAST trucks.

How do I use my NEXUS card at the border?

Using the NEXUS lane by land

Upon reaching the US-Canada-border by car NEXUS pass holders should follow pull into the NEXUS lane and hold their passes before the pass reader. After they scan their passes, they should stop at the customs booth for a visual check from the customs officer.