What happens if NEXUS expires?

Your membership expires on your birthday; you can renew your NEXUS membership up to 3 mnths before it expires and it will be extended for another 5 years from your next birthday. If you apply after your membership expiry date you will have to reapply as a first time NEXUS applicant and attend a compulsory interview.

Can I use my NEXUS after it expires?

Your NEXUS membership is valid for 5 years. Check the expiry date on your NEXUS card. If you renew your membership before the expiry date, you can retain your NEXUS privileges. If there is no expiry date on your NEXUS card, please contact us.

What do I do if my NEXUS card is expired?

NEXUS membership can be renewed 90 days preceding your NEXUS card expiry date. NEXUS card is valid for 5 years. When your NEXUS card expires you renew your card by filling out an application form and attending another interview at NEXUS enrollment center.

Is there a grace period with NEXUS?

Existing NEXUS members who renew their membership before the expiry date printed on their card will retain their membership privileges for a 24 months grace period beyond their scheduled expiration.

Is there a grace period for NEXUS renewal Canada?

Conditionally-approved NEXUS members who re-applied for membership before their card's expiry date will now have a five-year grace period to complete their interview and receive a new card.

Can You Use Your NEXUS Card After It Expires?

Is there an interview for NEXUS renewal?

You must complete 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 Programs System account for the invitation.

How long after NEXUS expires Can you renew?

Your membership expires on your birthday; you can renew your NEXUS membership up to 3 mnths before it expires and it will be extended for another 5 years from your next birthday. If you apply after your membership expiry date you will have to reapply as a first time NEXUS applicant and attend a compulsory interview.

How long is the NEXUS backlog?

According to a written statement to BIV from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), it can take up to 12 to 14 months for new applicants to complete the Nexus registration process. Backlogs have increased because enrolment centres were closed during the pandemic.

What is the current wait time for NEXUS?

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

Why are there no NEXUS appointments in Canada?

For almost three years, NEXUS enrollment centres in Canada and the United States haven't been operating as they did prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, which has resulted in a huge backlog of applications.

Why is NEXUS taking so long?

NEXUS application backlog

The current wait time was literally months! But it's true that recently, the American and Canadian governments announced their efforts to get through the backlog caused by the pandemic the governments' responses to the pandemic.

Does NEXUS come with 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.

How do I reactivate my NEXUS?

Can I travel with NEXUS if passport expired?

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

How long before NEXUS expires should I renew?

CBP and CBSA are asking the NEXUS members begin their application renewal 90 days prior to their membership expiration date.

What is the fastest way to get a NEXUS card?

Does NEXUS get you into Canada faster?

The NEXUS program allows pre-screened travelers expedited processing when entering the United States and Canada.

How many people are waiting for NEXUS?

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) says 295,133 Nexus applications have yet to be processed due to ongoing office closures prompted by COVID-19.

What if my NEXUS renewal is denied?

Appeal to the Canada Border Services Agency

If the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) rejects your application or cancels your membership, you may request a review of our decision. You must submit your request within 90 days of the rejection or cancellation becoming effective.

Can you use NEXUS if you are conditionally approved?

You must complete enrollment within 730 days of receiving your conditional approval. Not scheduling and completing the interview will result in cancelation of the application and no refunds will be granted. NEXUS and FAST-North must complete the enrollment within 5 years of receiving conditional approval.

Does NEXUS renewal include Global Entry?

All NEXUS members can enjoy the benefits of Global Entry at no additional cost through using the Global Entry kiosks for entry at participating airports. When using the Global Entry kiosks in Canada Preclearance locations you can use your passport, U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident card or NEXUS card.

Can I walk in for NEXUS interview?

Applicants must book an appointment online for this step. The U.S. portion of the NEXUS interview will be conducted by CBP officers in the preclearance area of a Canadian airport before the applicant departs for the United States.

Why can't i book a NEXUS interview?

Book Your Appointment Using the TTP website

Then, you need to confirm that you are Conditionally Approved. (You will not be able to book an appointment if you are not yet Conditionally Approved.) NOTE: If this is a renewal application, you may not have to attend an interview.

What questions are asked in NEXUS renewal 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?”