Is a nexus card a passport card?

Is a nexus card a passport card?

Under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (the States and Canada are members) the Nexus card along with the enhanced driver’s license, SENTRI pass, FAST card for truckers (road travel only) and US passport card are recognized as acceptable equivalent documents to a valid passport.

Can Nexus card be used internationally?

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.

Is Nexus same as Global Entry?

Nexus is administered by Canada and has separate clearance criteria. However, the result is the same as Global Entry: expedited passage. If you are a member of Nexus you now have Global Entry privileges just as if you had registered in the U.S. for that CBP program.

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

Yes. Citizens of both the United States and Canada in possession of a valid NEXUS travel card are able to fly between the two countries using their NEXUS card, instead of a passport. This is because a NEXUS card is a WHTI (Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative) compliant document.

What is the difference between a passport and a NEXUS card?

A NEXUS card is all you need for proof of citizenship when you cross the US/Canadian border by land or by sea. For air travel, you do need a passport, but having a NEXUS card will generally get you through the airport more quickly.

What countries accept NEXUS card?

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.

What countries does NEXUS work for?

What is NEXUS? NEXUS is a bi-national, Canada-United States program for pre-approved, low-risk travellers entering Canada or the United States (U.S.) at designated air, land and marine ports of entry.

Does Nexus card include TSA PreCheck?

To receive TSA PreCheck®, you must include your Known Traveler Number (your CBP PASSID for Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI members) in the appropriate field of your airline reservation, and the TSA PreCheck® indicator must be displayed on the boarding pass to access the lanes.

How much does NEXUS cost?

The NEXUS application processing fee is a non-refundable $50 (US) for a five-year membership. Children under 18 are free!

Can you enter Canada with a NEXUS card?

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. Please note: Only one citizenship is listed on a NEXUS card.

Can I use NEXUS without passport?

US and Canadian citizens may fly between the US and Canada using their NEXUS card, without the need for a passport. NEXUS allows travelers flying from many Canadian airports, even on domestic flights, to bypass the regular security screening line and use an expedited trusted traveler line.

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