If you are transporting persons to the United States that are not NEXUS members:   The boat must arrive at a “physical report site” (video phone at Erie Basin Marina) and the captain must call the local CBP reporting telephone number.

• When entering the United States the captain must call the local CBP marine reporting number (1-800-827-2851);
• Provide advance notice to the CBP at least 30 minutes (minimum) and up to four hours (maximum) before arriving in the United States. The captain must provide:
• an estimated time of arrival (ETA);
• the name and location of the landing site of arrival
• the registration number and/or the name of the boat;
• the full name, date of birth and country of citizenship and/or permanent residence status for all NEXUS members on board;
• the destination, purpose of trip and length of stay in the United States for each passenger; and
• passport and visa details of passengers when applicable or required;
• Ensure all passengers have photo identification and proof of citizenship, permanent residence status and/or other immigration status documents when applicable or required; and
• Declare all goods being imported, including currency information.

As proof of presentation, you will receive a report number for your records. You must produce this number when asked to do so by border officials.If a border official is not at the specified landing site to meet the boat at the reported ETA or actual time of arrival, the individuals who have reported may proceed to their intended final destination.

Declaring Goods

If you are a Canadian or U.S. resident and you are importing goods for your own personal use, you must report these items by using the marine reporting procedures and make an oral declaration to a border official by contacting the local CBP office.