Step 1 - Apply for U.S./Mexico FAST
You must first apply for the FAST program through the DHS Trusted Traveler Programs website. You will be asked to pay a $50 fee for a 5 year membership. You will also have to fill out questions regarding your background.
Note: FAST (Free and Secure Trade) is designed for commercial truck drivers who frequently cross the U.S.-Mexico border. It provides expedited customs and immigration clearance for commercial carriers.
Start Your FAST ApplicationStep 2 - Wait for conditional approval
After your application has been submitted, you will have to wait for conditional approval. Conditional approval means that you have been pre approved for the FAST program, but you need to schedule an interview to finalize your application.
The conditional approval process can take anywhere from 24 hours to multiple months, depending on the volume of applications, your background, etc.
Step 3 - Schedule Your FAST interview
Congratulations! You've been conditionally approved for U.S./Mexico FAST. The next step is to schedule your interview at Calexico FAST Enrollment Center (CXL).
- Click the button below to open the DHS Trusted Traveler Program website.
- Scroll down to your state (CA)
- Click on Calexico FAST Enrollment Center (CXL)
- Click on the "Chose This Location" button to see the available timeslots at Calexico FAST Enrollment Center (CXL)
Step 4 - Skip the FAST Interview wait time
You might notice that Calexico FAST Enrollment Center (CXL) is showing "No appointments available for this location", or the next appointment available is months out.
So what can you do?
FAST interview appointments are constantly cancelled, rescheduled, and added. This means that if you can monitor the interview slots, you can find an appointment that fits your schedule.
This is exactly what FAST Alerts does. We monitor the interview slots at Calexico FAST Enrollment Center (CXL) and send you an SMS alert when an appointment opens up. This way, you can skip the long wait time and book your interview as soon as this week.
Click below to sign up and cut months off your FAST interview appointment wait time.
Sign Up For FAST AlertsCalexico FAST Enrollment Center (CXL) Details
1699 E. Carr Rd
Calexico, CA 92231
Phone Number: +1 (760) 768-2406
Directions: Physical location for interview: 1699 E. Carr Road. From San Diego take I-8 East to I-7 South to the Port of Entry. Exit at Carr road (International Border/Cars) then turn right at top of the bridge. Turn left at last U.S. exit and proceed to the security booth. From Yuma take I-8 West to I-7 South to the Port of Entry. Exit at Carr road (International Border/Cars) then turn right at top of the bridge. Turn left at last U.S. exit and proceed to the security booth.
Notes: Have all necessary documents required and listed on the approval letter to include proof of income such as checks stubs, IMSS declaration, bank statements, ID tag, proof of residency such as utility bills, rentals, mortgage payment, machine readable entry document such as US passport, Resident Alien Card, Other foreign passport and Visa. All entry documents need to be machine readable. No copies please.