If you've lived in the U.S. for more than 15 years, you may remember the freedom of U.S. airports.
Before September 11, 2001, you didn't have to have a boarding pass, you just had to go through a very brief security check, and then you were free to go right up to the gate, so if you were picking up or dropping off someone, you didn't say hello and say goodbye at the security checkpoint like you do now, you would go right up to the gate and say hello and say goodbye, and that's the kind of word that comes to mind when you think of airports: the excitement of a reunion, the freedom and liberation of travel.
But post-9/11, as we all know, going to the airport now feels like a big rite of passage.
Security lines are long, you've got to keep the kids in check, you've got to get your laptop out of your bag, you've got to take your shoes off... It's one thing when you're going, but when you're coming back into the U.S. from abroad, you've got another long line waiting for you. If you've ever been in an immigration line for a couple hours, you're like, "I'm traveling to Korea, I'm traveling to Europe, I'm done with this.
By the way.
There's magic in taking this "dehumanized" airport experience and making it human again.
Mileage meter prenatal faucet The wise man duruduru of the wear and tear board, who has been through it all, also said "I'm most proud of the fact that my family made GE (Global Entry) so I could get out of that marketplace, JFK, in no time." The very thing you said.
Global Entry and TSA PreCheck (TSA Pre✓ ®), which automatically follows when you create Global Entry.
In today's post, we're going to give you a quick overview of Global Entry and TSA PreCheck.
1. What is Global Entry?
For Global Entry As early as March 2012, Nambu posted a detailed introduction on the bulletin boardin the past.
In a nutshell, it's automated immigration.
Travelers who pass the background check and in-person interview are enrolled in the trusted traveler program, which is administered by Customs and Border Protection, a division of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Once enrolled, travelers can use automated immigration machines called Global Entry kiosks when entering the U.S. The machines scan their passport (or green card), fingerprints, photos, and verify their identity. These machines scan your passport (or green card), fingerprint you, and take a photo to verify your identity, and then you can go straight to baggage claim without going through an immigration officer.
(Photo: US Government work, taken by James Tourtellotte)
Some people might think that Global Entry doesn't make a lot of sense because some airports now have automated checkpoints for U.S. citizens and permanent residents, but as far as I know, it can take a little bit longer to get your luggage through customs, but if you've entered through Global Entry, there's a separate line for customs, so you can get through quickly. So it's kind of a time saver.
There's a $100 fee to apply, and you have to travel to the interview location, which is usually at the airport, but it's worth the hassle once for five years, so I think it's a must-have for anyone who travels abroad more than once a year.
It's also worth noting that with Global Entry, you can use the Global Entry kiosk regardless of which airline you flew into the U.S. For example, if you flew into the U.S. from South Korea on Korean Air, you can use Global Entry without any issues.
2. What is TSA PreCheck?
Whereas Global Entry is a USCIS-administered system for entering the US, TSA PreCheck is a pre-check program administered by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
If people enrolled in the TSA PreCheck program are using the When boarding a flight on an airline participating in TSA PreCheck Your boarding pass will be stamped with TSA PreCheck, which will allow you to breeze through security in a separate security line and get to your gate quickly.
If you've ever waited in a security line and wondered, "Why do those people walk right through with their clothes on and shoes on?" They're the ones with TSA PreCheck.
TSA PreCheck is available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. It costs $85 to apply and, like Global Entry, requires an in-person interview. Once approved, it's valid for five years.
As mentioned earlier, the U.S./Canadian airlines participating in TSA PreCheckQuick Search is available for flights departing the United States operated by American Airlines, Inc. Please note that international airlines such as Korean Air and Asiana do not participate in TSA PreCheck when flying from the U.S..
However, there's one thing to keep in mind here.
Once you've been approved for Global Entry TSA PreCheck follows you automaticallyis the.
Once you are approved for Global Entry, you will be issued a 9-digit known traveler number, How including this number in your booking with the airline you're flying will automatically enroll you in TSA PreCheck.
This means that you don't have to apply/interview for Global Entry and TSA PreCheck separately, you can just apply for Global Entry and get TSA PreCheck as an added benefit. That's why If you're thinking about TSA PreCheck, we recommend applying for Global Entry from the beginning.
3. Who is eligible to apply for Global Entry
Many of our readers are U.S. citizens and permanent residents, but many of you also have student visas (F1/F2) or work visas (H1/H4) on your Korean passports, and you're probably wondering if you're eligible for Global Entry.
The short answer is: it's complicated, but it's possible.
1) You're not a citizen, permanent resident, or legal permanent resident Register and authorize Smart Entry Service (SES) in South Korea firstfrom the server.
2) After that, you can apply for Global Entry.
It's worth noting that if you don't get your SES processed when you visit Korea, you'll have to ask a family member in Korea to sponsor you, which can be a hassle, but it's worth remembering that people with Korean passports can apply for Global Entry in the same way as citizens and permanent residents.
Man5815 wrote a detailed review of this on the message board, which you should check out.
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4. Global Entry approximate process
Global Entry is, as mentioned earlier, the
1) Fill out your details online and applyAfter the
2) When you receive an email notification that you have been conditionally approved, click the
3) Apply for an interview online
4) After an interview (+ fingerprinting, photo enrollment), you are finally approved.
Depending on the region, it can take quite a long time to apply for an interview, so when traveling/business trips to other regions, some people interview at airports with relatively regular schedules. It can take a week for those who get conditional approval quickly and a month for those who take longer, so it's a good idea to plan ahead. Flyertalk has several examplesfor more information.
Oh, there's one more thing to remember.
Global Entry is not a one-size-fits-all system where one person enrolls and the whole family benefits. The entire family, including children, must be enrolled.
(For TSA Precheck If you're traveling with children 12 and under, they'll automatically be stamped for TSA PreCheckbut Global Entry is a different situation).
Even young children are fingerprinted during interviews if they can be fingerprinted, and if not, they are at least photographed and registered.
In my case, I applied, interviewed, and fingerprinted my child when he was 4 years old, and he's been fine ever since.
5. Credit Cards that Reimburse Global Entry Application Fees
Global Entry costs $100 for a one-time application that is valid for five years. For a married couple, it's $200, and for a family of four, it's $400, so it's not cheap.
Fortunately, the You can get your application fee back with some credit cards. Here's a typical card.
1) Amex Platinum
The best card for Global Entry applications is the Amex Platinum.
If you pay for Global Entry with your Amex Platimum card, you'll automatically get $100 back once every five years.
Unlike other cards, the Amex Platinum card's "family card" authorized cards get the same benefits as the main card with a $450 annual fee when it comes to Global Entry.
If I add a family card to my Amex Platinum card, it's $175 to add 1 card and $175 to add 3 cards. If 1 card is $175 and 3 cards are $175, why not make 3 cards? So I can make 3 AU cards for $175, get the $300 Global Entry fee back, and have $125 left over. So $100 for the main card + $300 for the 3 AU cards = $300 for a family of four.
The Amex Platinum has a public offer for 40,000 points, and you shouldn't get the card for 40,000. You're better off waiting for the 100,000 offer to be mailed to your house.
2) Citi-AA Executive Card
Citi-AA's high-end version of the card, the Citi-AA Executive card, is also eligible for Global Entry application fee reimbursement. This card is only available to Main Card members, who can get $100 back once every five years.
3) Citi-Prestige
This card also has a Global Entry $100 fee credit feature.
Let's wrap up today's post.
As air travel becomes more and more hectic, Global Entry - TSA PreCheck is an important tool to make traveling more human. A minute of hassle is worth five years of convenience, so if you're a frequent traveler, you should definitely sign up.
There's a link to the important thread on the message board, which you can check out.
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Thanks for the good content, it was so hard every time with my kids, but I'll have to try it soon ~ good information thanks
Yes. Once you make it, you won't regret it.
GE, TSA Pre...
Another informative post that gives us the information we need to know ^^.
On a side note, it is my understanding that TSA Pre is only for domestic flights...and not for international flights.
For example, if you're flying from Baltimore (BWI) to Aruba (AUA) or Cancun (CUN), you have to stand in a long line at BWI with the general public.
Uh, is that true? I just traveled to Los Cabos, Mexico, and I got through TSA PreCheck without a problem, and that boarding pass capture is my boarding pass to Los Cabos, even though I've removed all the destinations from my origin.
Then it's probably a case-by-case thing.
I flew from BWI to AUA on a Southwest nonstop last year and was not pre-checked, so I asked the agent in the pre-check line why I was not pre-checked and was told that international flights are "NEVER" pre-checked.
Is BWI the problem, is Southwest the problem, is AUA the problem, is AUA the destination...
I'm not sure if it's one or a combination of them.
Anyway, my point is that for international flights, relying on TSA PreCheck alone (or spending time in the lounge at the other terminal) can be dangerous if you arrive at security too close to boarding time.
1. yes. Absolutely. Even with PreCheck, it's better to get to the airport early and relax in the lounge.
2. One thing I do is always pre-check in online and get my boarding pass the day before to reduce uncertainty at the airport. Sometimes PreCheck is not available for international flights, but I find it helpful to know in advance whether I will be selected for PreCheck or not by entering my passport/permanent residency information and getting my boarding pass when check-in is complete.
Now that I've googled it, the TSA site has the answer in an FAQ, so it's probably a Southwest issue.
https://www.tsa.gov/tsa-precheck/faq
Can I use TSA Pre✓® when flying from a U.S. airport to a foreign country?
Yes. TSA Pre✓® is available for passengers traveling domestically within the United States and when departing from a U.S. airport to a location outside the country.
Okay, another lesson learned. I guess the terminal at BWI is almost exclusively Southwest, so maybe that's why the rep was so obvious. Thanks.
How do families with young children schedule an interview appointment?
I have a reservation at LAX in 2 weeks and without thinking about it, I scheduled all 3 of my family members at the same time, including a 3 year old.
Yeah. I don't think it's a problem, it depends on the interview location, but usually, if the interview time is 2 o'clock, it's not just one person at 2 o'clock, it's five people, so there's a set number of people, so they enter at the same time, and they're allocated to different employees, and they're interviewed at the same time, so I think they'll be considerate when they say family, and they'll interview the father or the mother, and then the child.
Thanks for the great information. I have a question.
1) So, does this mean that student/work visa holders who are authorized for Global Entry can use Automated Border Control when entering the U.S. after boarding an international flight (not just for domestic flights)?
2) You said your child was approved for Global Entry when he was 4 years old, did you sign him up online and schedule an interview?
1. the primary function of Global Entry is to use automated immigration screening when entering the U.S. The use of TSA PreCheck for domestic flights should be considered an add-on.
2. Yes. I signed up for GOES in my child's name and scheduled an interview.
See CBP's related article.
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1376/related/1/session/L2F2LzEvdGltZS8xNDUzMDYzOTE5L3NpZC9pUFNZX01HbQ%3D%3D
I went to Global Entry yesterday and my kids didn't get an interview, because they said you have to register all of them, even the 4 and 10 year olds, so it was just the two of us.
The staff asked me why I didn't do it with NEXUS, saying that it's cheaper and Global Entry is covered, so I said I didn't know that's the case, but I actually know, but there are many stories that it's done with Amex Plat, so it's not covered except for Global Entry, so I just did Global Entry.
I was wondering if anyone has recently been covered by Global Entry Credit with NEXUS or SENTRI.
1. Yes. For Global Entry, children must first be enrolled in GOES, receive conditional approval, and pass an interview.
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1305/~/global-entry-enrollment-of-children
2. it is my understanding that NEXUS is only available to US citizens, green card holders, and also requires an interview in both the US/Canada. The application fee is cheap at $50, but I don't think the process will be easy if I have to interview with the Canadian side.
"If you only have Nexus, you can travel into either the U.S. or Canada for one fee, but you will have to be interviewed by both governments and fill out applications for each immigration authority."
http://www.forbes.com/sites/marcwebertobias/2014/09/02/global-entry-and-nexus-passes-what-you-need-to-know-to-keep-them-valid/#2715e4857a0b331880d8478b
It's a shame... I wish you would have posted this a month ago.
I'm currently sick in my name, so I registered only my GE, but I thought it was $175 per AU, so I only did mine, but it's a shame. My daughter and I are in Korea, but I can't get the benefits when I come in.
Can I get an AU card for my 2-year-old child? Or do I have to issue it in someone else's name to use it, and do they have to have an SSN?
The GE applicant and cardholder don't have to be in the same name, so you can get an AU card in Bae's name to pay for your daughter's GE application. If you have a Citi Prestige card, you can use it to pay for your daughter's GE application.
I'm confused, Global Entry comes with TSA Pre, but TSA Pre requires permanent residency/citizenship, not Global Entry. Does this mean I can get Global Entry for F1 but not TSA Pre?
I'm in F1 right now, I'm going to Korea this time to do all the paperwork and interview for the US*_*.
Based on what Skyteam has posted on the boards, it looks like F1 can (in practice, if not in principle) take advantage of TSA Pre.
https://www.milemoa.com/bbs/board/2856962#comment_2856973
Here's my view.
TSA PreCheck is exactly what it sounds like: a program that streamlines security screening for low-risk travelers through a pre-screening background check. Given this, I don't think it's unfair for F/H visa holders to benefit from it.
The reason why TSA PreCheck is limited to Citizen/PR is that it is a program that targets the US domestic market. For non-immigrant visa holders, there is not much information that comes out of the U.S. when the FBI does a background check. Of course, it is possible to implement it by issuing and submitting the background check data in the country like SES registration, but considering the cost/benefit ratio of creating a separate procedure, it seems natural not to do it.
In the case of GE, on the other hand, there is already a process in place for exchanging identity documents between partner countries. In some cases, you don't need to be a citizen or permanent resident to apply for GE because it is linked to the country's system, and it is most accurate to check the background of a citizen of that country. If you look at Korea, when you sign up for GE through SES, you submit the background check information to the Korean government office, and if the Korean government completes the background check, the data is passed to the US side after conditional approval. In other words, if the GE is issued, it means that the US and Korea have approved the background check, which meets the basic requirements of TSA PreCheck.
I agree with what you're saying, and if that's the case, it would be nice if TSA would also specify that even if you're officially an alien, if you have Global Entry, you're eligible for TSA PreCheck, because as you know, they don't currently specify that, so in that sense, I was saying that F1 people are benefiting from it de facto, not de jure.
I searched the TSA site again and the page updated on November 19, 2015 says "All Global Entry members are eligible for TSA PreCheck." I will update the text. Thank you.
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1229/~/tsa-precheck-expedited-screening-for-members-of-cbp-trusted-traveler-programs
If a parent has Global Entry and the child under 12 does not have Global Entry, can the parent go to the line with the immigration officer instead of the Global Entry terminal?
I was the first one to get Global Entry, but when my family comes in from abroad, does everyone with Global Entry have to go through the Global Entry terminal? Or is it okay to go through regular immigration?
I know that regular entry is possible, especially if you're traveling with a family member who doesn't have a GE, so I don't think it will be a problem since there are no other options.
Thanks for the answer...my question is answered...^.^;
How does Nexus compare to GE?
I've heard that Nexus is better than GE in every way except that you have to be a permanent resident to apply.
Nexus has a $50 application fee, and those 17 and under can apply for free. Another advantage is that Global Entry comes with Nexus.
However, I think the major 'con' of Nexus is the limited interview locations. Basically, you have to fly in and out of the U.S. and Canada, so you have to do two interviews, one with a U.S. representative and one with a Canadian representative, so the only places you can do interviews are in U.S./Canada border cities or Canadian airports like Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver. So I don't think Nexus is a good option for people who don't plan to visit Canada, especially if you're not planning on traveling to Canada. I think traveling to Canada to save $50 is a bigger navel than a belly.
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/nexus/location-eng.html
Oh, I also got Amex Plat and this time I'm going to Korea.
I tried to apply when I had the required documents.
They said no because it's not an electronic passport.. tears....
Global Entry itself does not require an e-passport, but I have heard that the SES program in South Korea is a basic requirement.
I am a US citizen who applied for Global Entry with an old passport (not yet an e-passport) and was approved, then applied for Korean SES online and was approved at Incheon Airport.
I'm not sure about the Korean SES application for US citizens, I thought the Korean SES application for Korean passports required an electronic passport.
Yes, I have an old US passport, so I'm still using a regular passport, not an e-passport.
Isn't the Ritz Carlton card also eligible for global entry fee reimbursement?
I haven't tried it, but I think if all three of us (me, wife, and kid) pay with the Ritz card, we can get up to $300 back... right?
Let's see... I did it all with the Ritz-Carlton card.
will work. However, the Ritz isn't a separate credit like the Prestige or AmexPlat, it just comes out of the annual airline credit $300, so it can be a bit of a waste.
Oh, while traveling to Korea this time, I issued a stopover ticket from Asiana (departure point Incheon), but it was inconvenient to have to stand in a long line again at Lax because TSA Precheck was not printed on the lax-phx ticket issued by Asiana... After the inspection, I forgot that the UA mobile ticket had TSA precheck. I told the TSA screeners that I'm a global entry, so it's a TSA precheck, but they wouldn't let me in unless I printed the correct ticket, lol.
Don't be like me, I'm sure you'll agree.
They wouldn't let me in unless it was printed on paper or stamped on my mobile boarding pass.
I flew into PHX late at night...and TSA Pre doesn't work at night ㅠ_ㅠ;;;; so I guess I should always go to the airport early.
Some airports don't have TSA pre-check lines at all, or close them late at night when there are fewer people. At airports with split terminals or concourses, pre-check may not be available at checkpoints with fewer than a few gates.
Usually, an expedited check will let you through without removing your shoes and outerwear. However, you will (by regulation) have to remove your laptop and 3-ounce bag of liquids.
This time, I took a 5:30 flight out of EWR Terminal A, but there was no line and only expedited check, which was very frustrating... It took me almost an hour to get through security.
The Amex Platinum card now has an annual fee of $450.
https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/platinum/28004?extlink=ps-us-ccsg-google_CH_Platinum_Exact
The Amex Plat main card has an annual fee of $450, as you said, and if you add a family card to that, it's an additional annual fee. Whether you add 1 card or 3 cards, it's the same $175 annual fee for up to 3 cards. When I say $175 annual fee in the text, I'm referring to the annual fee for the family card. If you have 1 main card + 3 family cards, the annual fee is $450 + $175 = $625, so it's not a card product I recommend for everyone.
In my case, when I got my Global Entry in October of last year, I also got a Centri, because I occasionally cross into Mexico for dinner, and of course my car was inspected.
Afterwards, I received the card normally, wrapped the number and entered the personal information, but TSA Pre did not come out on the next two flights... As far as I know, if you register the number with the airline, it will automatically come out every time, but am I wrong?
Or are the tickets above not retroactive because they were booked before Global Entry was available?
I did a little research and found that name spelling differences are one reason. (The name on your passport, Global Entry card, and reservation should be exactly the same.) Another reason is that even if you are enrolled in TSA Pre-Check, there are random cases where TSA Pre is not scanned and you are sent through security as a regular passenger.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/trusted-travelers/1615078-does-global-entry-also-give-you-tsa-pre-check.html
I've noticed that a lot of times the middle name doesn't show up on the ticket.
Passports and GE cards have middle names, of course.
I still get TSA precheck every time.
My daughter is not doing well.
And the
I've also entered the wrong number.
I was confused because the card had two numbers on it.
You're supposed to enter the 9-digit number in the upper left corner, but I've written the 9-digit number in the upper right corner and it didn't come up.
Sounds like you're on the record as a safe person 🙂 .
lol
Sometimes, randomly, they don't give it to me.
I have one question.
If I have adult children, can I apply for Global Entry and get in easily for the adults, but not use Global Entry when traveling with children?? Even if I do, I wonder if I will have to stand in line for the children.
As mentioned in the text, the entire family must be enrolled in Global Entry to use the Global Entry kiosk. If you are traveling with children who are not enrolled, the adults will have to go through the same general immigration line as the children, which is why we recommend that everyone in the family be enrolled.
Is there any chance TSA Pre will be automatic?
I've never applied, and I'm not even a citizen/permanent resident, but TSA Pre has been stamped on my boarding pass for a couple years now, and it's been very convenient. I was nervous that it would be taken away.
I fly almost exclusively on United and have been flying internationally 4-6 times a year for about 4 years now, and the first 2 years I didn't have this, then at some point I became TSA Pre and it's been going on forever. Is there a requirement that United will follow your status?
Yes. Airline elites were randomly getting TSA Pre for a while, but that program ended in September/October of last year, and now you have to officially sign up for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck, etc.
"As more and more travelers obtain KTNs, soon, travelers without a Known Traveler Number or KTN, including those who previously "opted-in" via a frequent flyer program, will notice a reduction in the frequency in which they are selected for TSA Pre✓®.. If you want to keep receiving TSA Pre✓® on a consistent/reliable basis for the next five years, you are encouraged to enroll in one of the four trusted traveler programs offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security."
http://blog.tsa.gov/2015/03/tsa-pre-application-program-at-1_26.html
Oh, I see.
Most recently, around mid-December last year, I became TSA Pre for domestic travel,
You probably won't get it in the future.
I'll have to sign up for Global Entry to travel like a human being.
Yes. If you fly internationally often, you should.
For reference, I have a Nexus that I use to travel back and forth between Canada and the U.S. With it, you don't have to apply for Global Entry, you can just use the Global Entry Kiosk. However, it was said that you can only use the Global Entry Kiosk if you are a citizen or higher, but I had no problem using it even when I was a permanent resident.
Hope this helps.
1. yes. As discussed in the comments, if you don't mind interviewing at a limited number of interview locations near the Canadian border, I think you should get the Nexus.
2. Based on DHS's comparison chart, it appears that using a Global Entry kiosk is not a problem even if you are a permanent resident.
http://www.dhs.gov/comparison-chart
Can I apply for GE renewal with 8 months left on my passport?
I'm not sure about this, but I'm guessing it's possible.
Thank you for your concise and incredibly easy to understand explanation. The concepts of Global Entry and TSA Precheck also make a lot more sense to me now, as I was reminded of the need for them on a recent flight. I've been procrastinating, but after reading your post, my husband with the Prestige card will apply for it before it closes, and I'll open the Amex Platinum in a bit and apply for me and the kids. Thanks again for the invaluable information.
I think you'll never regret creating one because interviews are a pain in the ass.
"For Global Entry, it's also worth remembering that when you enter the U.S., you can use the Global Entry kiosk regardless of which airline you flew, so for example, if you flew into the U.S. on Korean Air from Korea, you can use Global Entry without any issues."
When I was interviewing for GE, I was told by the immigration officer that it was only for entering the US on a US airplane, so I couldn't fly Korean Air.
Okay.
Last summer and this winter, I flew to Washington and New York, respectively, on Korean Air.
It's a shame I can't use TSA-PRE, because I've been using it so well.
Next time, look for the Global Entry kiosk pictured above and make your trip a little more "humanized."
I'll give it a try.
Mamo, thanks for another great post.
You're welcome.
I was approved for Global entry while on an F1 visa (2-3 years ago).
Now F1 is almost always marked with an X when using Global entry. Also, if you are F1 OPT, most of the time you go to the secondary office nowadays. When I asked the CBP officer who processed my entry yesterday, he said that OPT needs to be checked once more. So nowadays, when I enter the US, I just think it will take 1-2 hours more time and resign myself to it.
I use TSApre for global entry and it doesn't work at all if it's southwest. I put in the correct known traveler number but this time it didn't show up at all for my AUA roundtrip via MCO, nor did it show up for the domestic US roundtrip I took last year, while other airlines showed up just fine. I guess Sway hates me lol
1. F1 OPT travel is always cautious.
2. it sounds like Southwest is the problem, and based on the comments here, it sounds like it's mostly Southwest.
I recently flew into LAX on an AA international flight to connect to a domestic flight, and the connection time was 1 hour and 50 minutes, but the international flight was delayed by 15 minutes. I ran the long way from the AA gate at LAX and when I got to immigration, it was a war zone, probably a flagship flight. I used Global Entry to skip all the lines, picked up my luggage with priority, ran across the line again, filled out the customs declaration, moved from the international terminal to the domestic terminal, went through security with TSA Pre, and arrived at the internal bus terminal with time to spare. I took a break at the AA lounge and took off. I don't think I would have made it in time without Global Entry. lol
Immigration lines are so unpredictable that without Global Entry, I've seen many trips go completely awry.
Jfk Terminal 1 has no tsa pre-check window at all when leaving the country. This trip was very busy so I didn't wait, but it's half the service if you use Korean Air mainly in New York City. lol
Yes. Sometimes it doesn't work ;;
I have a question.
It makes sense that having a global entry would allow you to benefit from TSA-pre.
The part I don't understand well due to my lack of English,
1. Does TSA-pre with Global Entry mean that I can take advantage of not having to remove my shoe coat, laptop, etc. at screening even if I am not traveling on a US/Canadian airline?
Or, if I get TSA-pre benefits through Global Entry, am I still bound by this rule since TSA-pre itself is for US/Canadian airlines?
2. also, I think I had my luggage screened both coming into the US and going out of the US, is TSA-pre for both cases?
1. the latter. TSA Pre is only available for US/Canadian flights originating in the US, so if you're flying on a European airline like Korean Air or Lufthansa from the US, you're out of luck.
2. the baggage inspection when entering the U.S. is not related to TSA Pre. It is a customs inspection, and Global Entry holders have a separate line.
Thank you for your answer ^^.
So it looks like TSA-pre is the only way to get the benefit of baggage screening when traveling out of the U.S. (whether you're a TSA-pre enrollee or a TSA-pre beneficiary through Global Entry).
Answer. When traveling internationally from the U.S., only TSA-pre enrollees or those with TSA-pre benefits with Global Entry will benefit from carry-on baggage security screening, as long as they are traveling on a U.S./Canadian airline.
I worked hard on my review and it got blown away.
I didn't fill in my email address and it didn't warn me, it just went to the next page and showed me an error, so all my carrot writing was lost. I wish WordPress would fix it so that if you don't fill in a field that you have to, it would warn you.
Just to let you know, I'm an L1 visa holder, I used Global Entry into San Francisco, TSA-pre worked great for me coming into LA from San Francisco, I was coming in via San Francisco, I ticketed separately at the Virgin America counter in San Francisco, TSA-pre worked great on my ticket, I didn't have to take my laptop out, but they asked me to take off my jacket.
1. thank you for sharing your experience.
2. the issue with WordPress comments is something I was not aware of as I am always logged in, I will see if there is a workaround, thank you.
Dear Mamo, I have a question. I need to apply for SES in Korea, but since I am currently in the US and don't plan to leave for a while, can my family apply for me?
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I went to the Chicago airport on Monday and interviewed, and my husband got an email right away that global entry is available, but when I go to the website, it just says I've been scheduled for an interview. I've already been interviewed, so why is there no pending? -The woman who interviewed me said it can take anywhere from 15 minutes to two weeks, and if you don't hear from them after two weeks, you should contact them again. Has anyone else had a problem getting approved after an interview like I did? I'm an 8-year citizen, and I feel like I'm an outlier.
That's right, hopefully we'll get an update soon.
I interviewed on Monday and finally got approved today. It took about 4 days... I wonder why it took so long, but it's done ^^.
I'm a frequent domestic/international traveler, so I couldn't wait for a credit card and applied right away. After 10 days after applying, preapprove came and I went to the web to schedule an interview date, and when I came to interview today, I was told that I was already approved by email.(Application 1/17, preapprove: 1/27, interview 2/3) The interview was in May when I first saw it, but sometimes I went in and saw that there was one spot available. So I changed it to 2/3 and came for the interview.
However, I have a space between the two letters of my English name (for example, when I say my name is Eunyoung, my passport comes out like this: eun young), and usually when I buy a ticket, I just write (eunyoung) without a space. I buy and use all domestic and international tickets like this, and it has never been a problem. However, the examiner said that it must be the same, and he doesn't know if it's okay or not... So I don't know if this will work, and I wonder if anyone has a similar experience. Also, TSA pre gave me a number, so I wonder if it will be okay if I just put it in. Should I remove the space between the names when getting US citizenship...
1. congratulations on your approval.
2. my passport also has a space in the middle of my first name. When I book my ticket, I book it without the space and it works fine for Global Entry and TSA Pre.
If I apply for global entry as an F1, and then change my visa to J1 or H1, will it still be valid?
I think you can, but if you change your status, you can't do it online, you have to come into the office.
"*If you have a name change or status change on your passport, you will need to visit a Global Entry enrollment center in order to update your GOES membership."
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1265/~/updating-passports-or-making-changes-to-your-goes-membership
Thank you very much for your answer:)
Thanks to you, I got GE approved too.
I got previewed in 3 days after applying online and had an interview last Sunday. I went as soon as I got there regardless of the appointment time because there weren't many people there. I got a confirmation email that evening.
Congratulations on your approval.
Yes. I finally got my card today, the 20th day after applying online. I'm going to Korea tomorrow and I'm so excited.
Have a great trip.
I was searching for global entries and found this very helpful, thanks for organizing the information so well.
I have one question, my passport is about to expire and my visa (J1) is about to expire and I will be extending it in a few months. I was wondering if I can apply for Global Entry with my current passport/visa, report for the interview and if approved, I can use the new passport/visa later. I'm not changing from J1 to another visa, but just extending the time on the same J1. If you know, please answer.
I think it's possible, but in some cases you may need to go back to the location where you interviewed and update the information.
Question. If I'm not a permanent resident, I won't get a physical card, right?
Based on the reviews on the message boards, that seems to be the case.
I guess we can add the Sapphire Reserve card to the list now, haha.
Hangu nationality is now GE not allowed, but I made it and went in to apply, but it says only SENTRI and not GE, Nexus ㅠㅠ
Where did you see this? If you're a South Korean national, you'll need to register for SES in South Korea first unless you have a green card.
https://www.cbp.gov/faqs/i-am-korean-citizen-can-i-apply-global-entry
MileMoa~ Is the interview done one by one or is it difficult?? I don't speak English well;;lol
Yeah. It's a one-by-one, so it's personal, but it's not hard.
I'm approved for SES in Korea, and I'm trying to sign up on Global Entry Site.
Nationality Korea, no permanent residency in the U.S. I am applying as
It says I don't have global entry eligibility, what's wrong...
There are several cases of Korean nationals applying for global entry on the board, so you may want to refer to them.
I can only do SENTRI, but do I have to have a green card to join GE?
According to the CBP site, and from what I've seen on the message boards, Korean nationals can apply for GE even if they don't have a green card.
https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry/international-arrangements/republic-korea/global-entry-korean-citizens
But if you're a permanent resident and you've been out of the country for more than 6 months and you come into GE, you get an X printed on your slip, so you have to go to the booth anyway and get signed in, I was wondering if anyone has any experience with that.
I'm not sure what the requirements are.
I'm on H-1B and when I return to the US, can I use GE ENTRY to go to customs without going to immigration at the airport?
The idea of global entry is to use kiosks to speed up entry, and these days it seems like immigration officers are still checking your documents lightly after you go through the kiosk, but it's still much faster than standing in a regular line.
I am a permanent resident and my sons are U.S. born citizens, but Global Entry is only for me and not for them, so can they come in the same line as me?Or do I have to go back to the permanent resident line with my kids because the immigration officer said it's a casual look??? What is the process when I come in??? I'm so confused, I'm going to Korea this summer and I'm wondering if I can apply now and get out on time....
1. No. Global Entry is equally available to U.S. citizens.
2. The entire family must be enrolled in Global Entry to use the Global Entry line.
3. it takes quite a while to get an interview these days, so depending on your location, it might be a little late to use it for traveling this summer.
I booked a domestic flight within the United States using Korean Air miles.
However, in Korean Air's system, MR children are listed with MSTR after the English name, such as KIM/AIDENHYUN MSTR and the child's middle name is also listed with the first name.
However, reading the comments above, TSA Precheck requires the spelling of the English name on the passport to match the spelling on the airline ticket, and I was wondering if anyone has experience with this.
1. the first and middle names on the ticket are appended together (I don't know if this applies to all airlines 100%), but that's the way it is in my experience.
2. for TSA Precheck, even with all those names, as long as the KTN is in the right place, I've never had a problem using it (at least in my experience).
I have a question about the interview, does the interview date include Saturday or Sunday? Or is it only during the week? I ask because I think you said it's at the airport. If I have to go during the week, I'll have to cancel my job...
This seems to vary by region.
http://usa.immigrationvisaforms.com/travel/global-entry-interview-locations
Milemoanim,
I am currently a permanent resident and have a citizenship interview scheduled soon.If I get global entry when I am a permanent resident and then become a citizen, will my passport change and do I need to get it again?
From what I've read on Flyertalk, it sounds like all you need to do is stop by the office and update your information.
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/trusted-travelers/1695981-global-entry-status-change-green-card-us-passport.html
Dear Mamo. According to a recent message board post, children 12 and under will follow their parents on tickets. Shouldn't the post be updated?
https://www.milemoa.com/bbs/board/6515550
Thanks for the link. However, I understand that the article you linked to only applies to TSA Precheck, and that for Global Entry, which is the topic of this thread, you still need to "enroll the entire family, including children". Mekander in the article you linked to said the same thing.
https://www.milemoa.com/bbs/board/6515550#comment_6516677
While I realize that some people only sign up for TSA Precheck, it's a good idea for everyone in the family to sign up for Global Entry when they have the opportunity, since it's almost the same price.
We'll update the text accordingly. Thanks for the advice.
Ah, I see, you're thorough, Milemoa. I've learned again, thank you!
I don't know about GE, so I applied for TSA and came out, but I actually have to go to Mexico and then Korea, so how can I change to GE, please give me a quick answer.
It looks like you'll need to apply as a new GE.
Global entry received.
7/22/2019 Apply Online
7/26/2019 conditionally approved
8/18/2019 Interviewed and immediately approved with "Enrollment on Arrival"
The interview date was in October and I interviewed when I flew into SFO after a business trip abroad.
Enter the global entry side without passing through security, on the Enrollment on Arrival line, and use the
I was able to get an interview, but I didn't know what I was doing, so I went through security, came back in, and was put on the interview queue.
I waited 40 minutes to get to the part where you put your name and enter the global entry.
Getting a conditional approval in 4 days is a record, @.@ It takes 6 months these days, so congratulations.
I am a US citizen and have been in Korea on an F4 visa for 4 years and will be coming to the US this September for a month. I'm thinking of getting a GE, but if I apply online now and get approved early, can I still interview when I come to New York in September?
If you get conditional approval, you can interview at the airport upon arrival, but I'm not sure if it's possible to apply from abroad ;);
I tried to apply today and it said that as of 2/6/2020, New Yorkers are not eligible.
Existing pendings will also be refunded.
Too bad I have a UA card.
https://www.cbp.gov/newsroom/national-media-release/new-york-residents-no-longer-eligible-apply-or-renew-trusted
I am a permanent resident, can I apply with a Korean address?
Well, I'm not sure about this one.
P1, P2 both to F1
2019/10 Online Application
2020/7 I received Conditional Approval.
My P2 visa is currently expired and my i-20 is still valid, is it better to not interview until I get my visa extension? I have to interview until July 2021 due to Covid-19.
I'm not sure about this one, sorry.
I applied once, used it well, and when it expired, I applied again.
I was told that I can be interviewed at the airport when using international flights.
I have a chase united card that says I can get $100 off, so I'm going to use that.
Global Antry is really good! It's almost five minutes and ten minutes to travel abroad and get screened~.
Yeah, I've been getting a lot of interviews lately, and it would be nice if we could just do something about that.