Participants in the program wait no longer than three minutes to enter the United States, even at the busiest time of day. Critical information required in the inspection process is provided to the inspector in advance of the passenger's arrival thus reducing the inspection time from an average of 30-40 seconds to an average of 10 seconds. The AVI antennae interrogates an RF transmitter located on the enrolled participants vehicle. Once alerted, a computer locates data about the vehicle and its authorized travelers, and stores the data for ready access and display. Upon reaching the booth, the driver stops, reaches out the window and swipes an electronically coded PortPass card through a magnetic stripe card reader.
Enrollment is scheduled by appointment.
Please pay special attention to Question 9 on form I-823. Omission of any arrest or conviction will result in denial of your application. Proof of Residence . Provide a mortgage or rental agreement and utility bill in the applicant s name. If the proof of residence shows the spouse s name only, the applicant must bring in a marriage certificate.