United States Immigration Services

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United States Immigration Services is a major publisher of immigration guides and legal eBooks. Our do-it-yourself immigration guides are designed to assist immigrants in navigating the complicated United States immigration system. We strive to provide the best information about immigration to the United States.

Border Crossing Cards

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A Border Crossing Card, which is issued by the Customs and Border Patrol or a United States State Consular Office to citizens and nationals of Mexico and Canada, is an alternative visa that does not permit them to become immigrant. There are several types of border crossing cards available that can expedite border crossings between Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Traveling across the U.S. border is easier and quicker when trusted travelers are preapproved. Mexican citizens and residents can apply for a B-1/B-2 Visa/Border Crossing Card. Mexican visitors who visit the U.S. frequently can get the SENTRI Card and Vehicle Decal. This will help to avoid long lines at the U.S. Border. SENTRI stands to "Secure electronic network for travelers rapid inspection." Citizens and permanent residents from Canada and the United States can join the NEXUS program. This makes it easier for low-risk, approved travelers to cross the U.S.-Canadian frontier. NEXUS allows for travel between the U.S.A. and Canada at both land and sea borders. It can also be used to facilitate air and marine travel.

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Overview of the Border Crossing Card Application Process
Who can apply for a Border Crossing Card?
How to apply for a Border Crossing Card
Border Crossing Cards to U.S.-Canadian Travel
Border Crossing Cards to Mexico for U.S.-Mexican Travel
Get a “Border Crossing Sticker for Your Car”
How to renew your Border Crossing Card
Common reasons why a Border Crossing Card is denied
Replacing a vehicle decal or Border Crossing Card that has been lost
How to apply for a U.S. Laser Visa.

How to apply for SENTRI
How to apply for NEXUS
Information about eligibility
List of Documents Required
Information about Filing Fees
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
List of all USCIS Offices in the Nation
Directory of U.S. Consulates and Embassies
How to get the most recent United States immigration forms

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Tourists and business travelers can also get border crossing cards. Commercial truck drivers who travel to the U.S. via land or sea can apply for their own FAST (Free and Safe Trade) border crossing card. FAST has two main purposes: To increase security and safety in North America and to boost the economic prosperity of Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. This program provides an expedited release for commercial truck drivers. This Border Crossing Information Guide was created to assist land travelers from Mexico and the U.S. in determining whether they are eligible for any of the available border crossing cards. This guide provides detailed information about the border crossing program, including whether you are eligible, the documents required, and the steps to apply for the card. This Guide will help you to be more informed about border crossing cards, increase your chances of getting approved as a trusted traveler, and provide step-by-step instructions on how to apply for the card.