Is NEXUS only for US citizens?

U.S. and Canadian citizens and permanent residents may apply for a NEXUS membership. Mexican nationals who are members of the Viajero Confiable program may also apply. Note Minors can be enrolled in the NEXUS program even if their parents or legal guardians are not members.

Who qualifies for a NEXUS card?

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 I use a NEXUS card instead of a passport?

While Nexus cards can be used in place of a passport when traveling between the U.S. and Canada, a passport can be used to travel across most international borders.

What is the difference between NEXUS and Global Entry?

Global Entry allows expedited entry into the United States for international travelers and includes TSA PreCheck. NEXUS provides dedicated lanes at select border crossings between the U.S. and Canada while also offering full TSA PreCheck and Global Entry benefits when flying.

Can you use NEXUS for international travel?

You can use your NEXUS Card at participating international airports, at land crossings between Canada and the US that have NEXUS lanes, and when travelling between the two countries by boat.

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Which is better Global Entry TSA PreCheck or NEXUS?

NEXUS members receive expedited border control through the U.S.-Canada border for five years with a $50 fee, while Global Entry allows expedited entry for U.S. citizens and permanent residents entering the U.S. Global Entry costs a one-time, $100 dollar fee for five years, compared to $78 for five years of PreCheck.

What is the advantage of having a NEXUS card?

Membership in the NEXUS program allows you to reduce your wait times at designated ports of entry by: using dedicated processing lanes at land border crossings, using NEXUS kiosks when entering Canada, using Global Entry kiosk when entering the United States, and.

Can you enter Canada with NEXUS without passport?

Entry into Canada: Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada carry proof of citizenship and identity. A valid U.S. passport, passport card, or NEXUS card satisfies these requirements for U.S. citizens. Children under 16 only need proof of U.S. citizenship.

Can I travel with NEXUS and no 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.

Do you have to be a citizen to get NEXUS?

Are You Eligible? U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, Canadian citizens, Canadian lawful permanent residents and Mexican nationals who are members of Mexico's trusted traveller program, Viajero Confiable are eligible to apply for membership in the U.S./Canada NEXUS program.

Who is not eligible for NEXUS?

To qualify, an applicant must pass law enforcement checks by both the United States and Canada and be interviewed at a NEXUS Enrollment Center. Membership may be denied if the applicant provides false or incomplete information or has been convicted of a criminal offense.

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.

Can you fly to Hawaii with NEXUS?

When arriving in Hawaiʻi by air, all Canadian citizens (including children) are required to produce a passport or NEXUS card, valid for the duration of their stay.

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.

Can I get into Canada with a driver's license?

U.S. citizens and permanent residents entering Canada by land are required to possess the requisite documentation, such as a passport, driver's license, and other valid identification documents. They must also meet other criteria, such as passing security measures, before they are allowed entry into Canada.

What documents do I need to cross the US border from Canada by car?

a valid passport. a Trusted Traveler Program card. an enhanced driver's licence (EDL) or enhanced identification card (EIC) from a province or territory where a U.S. approved EDL/EIC program has been implemented.

Is NEXUS only for US Canada travel?

NEXUS is designed to speed up border crossings into Canada and the United States ( U.S. ) for low-risk, pre-approved travellers.

What are the disadvantages of NEXUS?

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 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.

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.

Is NEXUS faster than Global Entry?

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.

Can I have both NEXUS and TSA PreCheck?

U.S. citizens and U.S. lawful permanent residents enrolled in Global Entry, NEXUS or SENTRI are eligible to participate in TSA PreCheck^®, as well as Canadian citizens who are members of NEXUS.

What questions are asked in NEXUS interview?

NEXUS Interview Questions

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?”

Why would I be denied NEXUS?

In case you have any criminal records or violation of any laws, regulations and policies, you might be denied from the Trusted Traveler Program. The NEXUS traveler program has one of the strictest criteria for selection.