5 Steps to applying for a Nexus Card?

Step 1: Find out if you’re eligible
Step 2: Gather documents
Step 3: Complete application
Step 4: Pay fee
Step 5: Schedule interview

Step 1: Find out if you’re eligible

• Citizen or a permanent resident of either Canada or the US.
• You must pass all criminal background checks. Very few applicants with past criminal activity are approved for enrollment in the Nexus program.
• The program is open only to permanent residents who have resided in the US or Canada for the past three years. Permanent residents may be eligible to waive this requirement under certain circumstances.
• Meeting all of the above requirements does not guarantee you will be issued a Nexus card. You must go to an interview and be approved by both the Canadian Border Services Agency and the US Customs and Border Patrol (CBSA and CBP).

Step 2: Gather documents

The following documents are accepted as proof of Canadian or U.S. citizenship/admissibility and permanent residency:

Canadian or U.S. citizen

• In Canada
  • a valid passport;
  • a birth certificate and photo ID;
  • a Canadian citizenship certificate or card; or
  • a Certificate of Indian Status.

• In the United States
  • a valid passport;
  • a birth certificate and photo ID;
  • a U.S. citizenship certificate;
  • a certificate of naturalization; or
  • a border crossing card.

Step 3: Complete application

Applications can be submitted in one of two ways

• Apply Online Now
• Paper application

Step 4: Pay fee

The non-refundable application processing fee is $50 (Can or US) for a five-year membership. Children under the age of 18 are free.

Step 5: Schedule interview

You will be contacted to schedule an interview once your application has received conditional approval.

During the interview the following will be covered with the Nexus Officer;

• review the information you provided on your application form to make sure it is still valid;
• verify your identity and review original documents such as proof of citizenship and residency documents, work permits and visas;
• ensure that you meet all eligibility requirements for membership; and
• fingerprints will be taken.

Benefits of Nexus Card

• Nexus card allows holders expedited processing when entering the U.S. and Canada.
• 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 U.S. via Canadian pre-clearance airports.
• Nexus card holders also receive expedited processing at marine reporting locations.
• Nexus cards are valid for five years, after which the cards must be renewed.