How Much Does Nexus Cost?

A

$50 (USD) one-time fee

is required with your NEXUS application and must be paid at time of application submission through the Trusted Traveler Program System. You can pay by credit card or through an electronic bank transfer. A $50 (CAD) one-time fee is required if you are submitting your NEXUS application by mail.

Is it worth getting a NEXUS Card?

NEXUS is a good deal

. When entering the U.S. or at U.S. pre-clearance centres in Canada, there are dedicated Global Entry lanes for members of NEXUS and other trusted traveller programs. Unlike in Canada, my experience has been that there's contact with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer.

How long does it take to get NEXUS approval?

Note: The average processing time for NEXUS is

6 months

. However, this is an average, your application may take longer to process.

What are the requirements to get a NEXUS Card?

• be a citizen or permanent resident of Canada or the U.S., or a Mexican citizen who is also a member of the Viajero Confiable program. …
• be admissible to Canada and the U.S. under applicable immigration laws.
• pass background security checks conducted by Canada and the U.S.
• meet all of the other NEXUS requirements.

Can I fly with just my NEXUS Card and no passport?

Yes. If you are a Canadian or U.S. citizen, and a NEXUS member,

you may use your membership card as proof of identification and citizenship when entering Canada by land, air (when coming from the U.S.) or boat when using non-NEXUS lanes

.

What is the difference between NEXUS and SENTRI?

SENTRI users have access to dedicated lanes into the United States. Unlike NEXUS, which is a joint program between United States and Canadian immigration authorities,

SENTRI is solely a CBP program and only applies to customs and immigrations inspections into the United States, not into Mexico

.

How much do NEXUS cards cost?

It is jointly run by the Canada Border Services Agency and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. More benefits of NEXUS. The NEXUS application processing fee is a non-refundable

$50 (US) for a five-year membership

.

Do you get your NEXUS card at the interview?

You will be informed at the interview whether you qualify for the NEXUS pass; most people who make it to the conditional approval stage qualify for their NEXUS card, but this is not guaranteed.

You will receive your NEXUS card in the mail 7 to 10 days later

; they are sent out from the NEXUS HQ in Vermont.

Does NEXUS qualify for TSA PreCheck?

All Global Entry members are eligible for TSA PreCheck.

U.S. citizens and U.S. lawful permanent residents enrolled in NEXUS and SENTRI are also eligible for TSA PreCheck

. Canadian citizens who are members of NEXUS are also eligible to participate in TSA PreCheck.

Does NEXUS include SENTRI?

Per the DHS,

Sentri members are not “entitled to any benefits under the NEXUS program through their SENTRI membership

,” but Nexus members have the option to register their vehicle for use in Sentri lanes when entering the U.S. from Mexico.

Does Mexico accept NEXUS?

NEXUS cards are valid for RFID Ready Lanes at land crossings into the United States from Canada and Mexico

. Ready lanes do not exist in the opposite direction of crossing.

Why is NEXUS cheaper than Global Entry?

NEXUS Has More Benefits Than Global Entry, and Kids Are Free

Global Entry does NOT provide shorter waits at the Canadian border. But the big money saver is that NEXUS membership is free for children under 18 years of age. And an adult membership is only $50 for 5 years, instead of $100 with Global Entry.

Who is not eligible for NEXUS?

You may be inadmissible under Section 212(a)(3)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act if you have:

been involved in a current or past terrorist group

. contributed finances to a current or past terrorist group. relatives whom are or have been involved in a current or past terrorist group.

How long is the wait for NEXUS renewal?

Processing times for NEXUS cards are estimated on average by US Customs and Border Patrol to now take around

6 months

, while those for SENTRI will also take 6 months. Global Entry and FAST applications are expected to take up to 12 months.

Do I need a US visa to apply for NEXUS?

If you are a permanent resident of either country, you are eligible to apply for a NEXUS Card if you have lived continuously in either the US or Canada for at least 3 years. If you would normally need a visa to visit either Canada or the USA,

you will also need a visa to be eligible

.

Does NEXUS expire?

Your NEXUS Card is valid for 5 years from the next birthdate after your NEXUS interview

. So, technically, your NEXUS Card is usually valid slightly more than 5 years. The expiry date is listed on the front of your NEXUS Card. Your card remains valid even if your driver's license or passport expires.

What US airports accept NEXUS?

Can you apply for NEXUS as a family?

NEXUS Family Application Service

We provide a short form application to cover one or two adults and unlimited children

. Using the NEXUS family application form saves at least 3 hours of form filing time. Inaccurate or incomplete NEXUS pass application forms are automatically denied access to the NEXUS program!

Can I switching from NEXUS to Global Entry?

As a current NEXUS or SENTRI member, how can I use Global Entry kiosks?

All current NEXUS members, and U.S. citizens and U.S. lawful permanent residents who are SENTRI members, are eligible to use Global Entry kiosks once they provide fingerprints and document information to CBP

.

What is the best trusted traveler program?

Global Entry

is the best trusted traveler program if you have a passport. Global Entry includes all the advantages of the TSA PreCheck plan plus it allows you access to an express line through customs and immigration on your way back home from international airports and destinations.

Which is better NEXUS or Global Entry?

If you frequently travel between the US and Canada via land and/or air,

NEXUS will likely be the better choice

. It is cheaper and allows for expedited entry when crossing the border by car, something Global Entry doesn't yet offer.

Can you use NEXUS if passport expired?

Does my NEXUS membership automatically expire when my passport expires? Your NEXUS membership date is not dependent on the passport expiration date.

Membership will remain valid, even if the passport expires

.

Can I renew my NEXUS after it expires?

Membership can be renewed 365 days preceding your existing card expiry date

. The card is valid for 5 years. When your card expires you can renew by filling out an application form. You may be required to attend an interview at an enrollment center .

Can US citizens 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.

How fast can I get a NEXUS Card?

Typically, an application can be approved within

1-2 business days

. There may be situations where additional information is required, which may delay the approval of an application.