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What to bring to a Canada–U.S. NEXUS enrolment interview

At a NEXUS enrolment interview, Canadian and U.S. officers verify the information submitted in the application and review original supporting documents. Assemble the citizenship or permanent residence evidence, proof of current residence and any applicable permit or visa.

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Assemble the documents before arranging the interviewNEXUS interview document and route checklist
  1. 01
    Check conditional approval

    Sign in to the Trusted Traveller Programs system to confirm the application status and interview options. Source 2

  2. 02
    Collect originals

    Prepare the documents used to show identity and eligibility. Source 2

  3. 03
    Check residency and immigration evidence

    Bring the qualifying status record and any applicable permit or visa. Source 1

  4. 04
    Follow the route instructions

    For a two-step airport interview, check the locations and travel requirement for each part. Source 2

The route determines which interview steps are booked or completed while travelling.

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Keep the original versions of the records used to apply

Interview officers review original citizenship evidence, permits and visas as applicable, and verify that the applicant’s information is still current. The CBSA document list identifies which records can establish eligibility. Source 1 Source 2

Proof of residence is a separate check

The CBSA accepts records such as a driver’s licence, identification card, bank statement or utility bill showing a current address. An applicant working or studying in Canada or the United States must also provide the relevant permit. Source 1

Check the instructions for both interview parts

The CBSA lists several ways to complete the Canadian and U.S. interviews. Under its two-step airport route, the U.S. part can take place at participating U.S. preclearance before a flight or at a U.S. airport that offers enrolment on arrival. The applicant should verify availability for the route being used. Source 2

Prepare for identity and eligibility checks at the visit

The officers verify identity and eligibility and ordinarily take fingerprints and a photograph for the membership card. Use the official interview instructions for the selected location, especially if the application or supporting documents have changed. Source 2

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Use the list for your own preparation. Check your appointment instructions for the final requirements.

  • Each applicant · Use original accepted evidence such as the passport, citizenship document or permanent residence card used for the application. Source 1

  • Each applicant · Choose accepted current address evidence such as a driver’s licence, utility bill or bank statement. Source 1

  • If working or studying in Canada or the U.S. · Bring the applicable permit supplied with the application. Source 1

  • If applicable · Bring originals of the relevant supporting visa or status documents. Source 2

  • At the interview · The officers review originals and check that application information remains valid. Source 2

  • For the chosen enrolment route · Check the appointment or travel arrangements for the Canadian and U.S. portions of the interview. Source 2

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