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Nexus experience thus far: US family of four applied in early May, received conditional approval in mid-June (~5 weeks later), setup interviews for four days later, and are now just waiting on cards.
Interview done on US side (~ 1 hour for all 4), then another 30 minutes to cross the border into Canada, 15 minutes to have iris scans done, and 15 minutes to cross the border back into the US. Kids, both 10/under, had fingerprints and iris scans done (they thought it was pretty cool -- and have been warned to avoid a life of crime as they're now in the system;) |
My Canadian Passport is expiring in Sep.
I am sending it for renewal next week. Can I use my Nexus card to cross the land border from Can to US and back. Thanks AJ |
Originally Posted by chicu1981
(Post 23082036)
My Canadian Passport is expiring in Sep.
I am sending it for renewal next week. Can I use my Nexus card to cross the land border from Can to US and back. Thanks AJ One other item to note based on what we were told -- the Nexus card may not be used for identification (i.e., it's only good for the border crossing). |
Originally Posted by chicu1981
(Post 23082036)
My Canadian Passport is expiring in Sep.
I am sending it for renewal next week. Can I use my Nexus card to cross the land border from Can to US and back. Thanks AJ |
Originally Posted by Kiraly
(Post 23084336)
Yes, but carry some other proof of citizenship and identity (birth certificate, driver's license) with you as a backup. You are required to produce such documents if asked.
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Originally Posted by mpond
(Post 23082929)
One other item to note based on what we were told -- the Nexus card may not be used for identification (i.e., it's only good for the border crossing).
As mentioned previously, NEXUS is supposed to represent a method of demonstrating identification and citizenship for border crossing. Other than crossing by air, they alone can be used for both purposes (citizenship/ID). That's an odd statement you were told about the cards not being ID. Not sure why any officer would make that statement or how exactly using NEXUS cards as ID could come back to haunt anyone. |
Nexus Machines gone at YVR Transborder
After warning travellers for some time that it was coming, the Nexus machines are now gone at US CBP at YVR. There are now four Global Entry kiosks, two of which are bigger, shiny, new-looking and not in service.
In the trusted traveller queue yesterday, a CBP officer was telling us we could bypass the kiosks and just talk to an officer, which some of us did instead of using the kiosk. |
I have conditional approval for Nexus and now I must schedule the interview. Does anyone know - are there any enrollment centers that are open on a SATURDAY? I would fly in from DEN. Thanks for any info.
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Originally Posted by BillyBaloney
(Post 23087599)
I have conditional approval for Nexus and now I must schedule the interview. Does anyone know - are there any enrollment centers that are open on a SATURDAY? I would fly in from DEN. Thanks for any info.
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Originally Posted by Kiraly
(Post 23084336)
Yes, but carry some other proof of citizenship and identity (birth certificate, driver's license) with you as a backup. You are required to produce such documents if asked.
While it may be easier to bring additional documents, you are in no way required to. The NEXUS card is sufficient. I even had an encounter at the Ambassador bridge recently and I submitted a complaint to CBSA about it. The reiterated that I was correct, and that if it happens again, to request to speak to the superintendent on duty. If I have my passport and they request it I'll show them (I'm not about to "make a point"), but at the same time, if I don't have it on me for what ever reason, I know that it's absolutely not required. |
Originally Posted by BillyBaloney
(Post 23087599)
I have conditional approval for Nexus and now I must schedule the interview. Does anyone know - are there any enrollment centers that are open on a SATURDAY? I would fly in from DEN. Thanks for any info.
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Originally Posted by xero9
(Post 23088205)
This is incorrect.
While it may be easier to bring additional documents, you are in no way required to. Please be aware that the following program violations will result in the loss of your NEXUS membership: ■ Failure to carry or produce any additional identification documents that may be required for entry into Canada or the U.S., i.e. passport, work or study permit, permanent residency card, etc.; |
THANKS everyone. I'm going to go with DTW. I'm sure I can get to the bridge. Then I just have to get off at 47B and look for some sign that says Fort Street Cargo Facility.
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Originally Posted by Kiraly
(Post 23088807)
The NEXUS membership guide appears to contradict what you say:
Please be aware that the following program violations will result in the loss of your NEXUS membership: ■ Failure to carry or produce any additional identification documents that may be required for entry into Canada or the U.S., i.e. passport, work or study permit, permanent residency card, etc.; CBSA is quite clear that NEXUS cards are now proof of citizenship at land borders for US/CAN citizens but not for others:
Originally Posted by CBSA FAQ
Can NEXUS cards be used as proof of identification and to denote citizenship in non-NEXUS lanes when entering Canada?
Yes. NEXUS cards are now accepted as proof of identification and to denote citizenship when entering Canada by land, air (when entering Canada from the U.S.), or marine ports of entry. This means that Canadian or U.S. citizens who are NEXUS members may use their membership card when entering Canada by land, air or boat when using non-NEXUS lanes. NEXUS members who are permanent residents of Canada or the U.S. are still required to travel with a passport and proof of permanent residence, and may be requested to present these documents to the officer upon arrival at the border. NEXUS members who choose to use their NEXUS card in a non-NEXUS lane will be processed as a regular traveller and will not receive the benefit of expedited entry. (I don't know why they spell traveler with two traveller). The language you cite doesn't contradict the poster above, it is just cautionary language for non US/CAN citizens, or perhaps those on certain visas. That pesky "may" word. |
Originally Posted by Kiraly
(Post 23088807)
The NEXUS membership guide appears to contradict what you say:
Please be aware that the following program violations will result in the loss of your NEXUS membership: ■ Failure to carry or produce any additional identification documents that may be required for entry into Canada or the U.S., i.e. passport, work or study permit, permanent residency card, etc.; |
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