Is there a program that allows non-US/Canadian citizens to avoid going to secondary inspection when crossing the land border?
I've started a job in Canada that requires me to drive to the US occasionally. At the border this week I've learned that apparently all non-US/Canadian citizens have to go to secondary screening to receive their I-94s. This is time consuming and annoying if you do this often.
Is there a program that would allow one to avoid this process and get stamped into the US without leaving the car?
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Foreign but resident citizens (in Canada and the US) can qualify to get NEXUS, a trusted traveler card that helps save time when crossing the Canada/US border, or into either country from abroad. You may want to do some research to see how your I-94 is affected by being a member, but it might save you some time.
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Why do I always get sent to secondary inspection?
Anyone, including US citizens, may be sent to secondary inspection if the CBP officer has reservations about admitting them. Secondary inspection is a more detailed inspection to determine whether you should be admitted to the US.Is ArriveCAN still required?
Who needs to use ArriveCAN. All travellers, with limited exceptions, whether entering Canada by air, land, rail or marine vessel, must use ArriveCAN unless you're exempt from this requirement due to an accessibility need. You'll need to submit your information within 72 hours: before your arrival to Canada.Do you need a Covid test to cross land border Canada?
When you arrive at the border, you must present a valid negative test result (paper or electronic proof) or proof of a previous positive molecular test result taken at least 10 calendar days and no more than 180 calendar days before entering Canada.What is secondary passport control?
If the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at the port of entry cannot verify your information, or if you do not have all of the required documentation, a CBP officer may direct you to an interview area known as \u201csecondary inspection.\u201d Secondary inspection allows inspectors to conduct additional research ...The Places Where Sneaking Over the US-Canada Border is Legal
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The only way AFAIK, which only applies to VWP nationals (and AFAIK you're not one) is to get an ESTA. In this case, at major road crossings and the Vancouver train station, I've been told on the phone by the local CBP officers you'll not need to obtain the form.
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