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BNA/LION · 4 June 2019, 10:22 AM

I just signed up for Global Entry after going to Mexico last week and having to wait in long customs lines!

We had TSA Pre check but with several International trip in our near future signing up for Global Entry was a Must!

If you Travel Internationally check it out...

Trusted Traveler Programs
https://ttp.cbp.dhs.gov/

ckaynyc · 4 June 2019, 10:30 AM

Walked into the USA through JFK in 5 minutes last night coming from Europe. Global Entry is worth it.

Beo3 · 4 June 2019, 10:36 AM

The best $100 spent if you travel, even if only once in a while.

It also includes TSA pre-check for when you fly domestically.

piratfisk · 4 June 2019, 10:51 AM

Thank you for the tip!

Boothroyd · 4 June 2019, 10:57 AM

Yes, agreed. And TSA Pre is part of the package.

Old Geezer · 4 June 2019, 11:12 AM

Traveling internationally for work as much as I did, sometimes as many as 20 international trips in one year, I got Global Entry as soon as it was available. If you live in the USA and travel abroad, it’s the best money you will ever spend.

ruffa · 4 June 2019, 11:54 AM

Whaa! Why have I not heard of this sooner?! Just did an international flight last weeks and just about lost it at the customs line. Is the Global entry a yearly fee or one time? This forum is the best

pickettt · 4 June 2019, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ruffa

Whaa! Why have I not heard of this sooner?! Just did an international flight last weeks and just about lost it at the customs line. Is the Global entry a yearly fee or one time? This forum is the best

I would advise against losing it at the customs line.

Runnin' Rebel · 4 June 2019, 12:21 PM

Thanks Larry !

Excellent Advice, never heard of it !

BNA/LION · 4 June 2019, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by ruffa

Whaa! Why have I not heard of this sooner?! Just did an international flight last weeks and just about lost it at the customs line. Is the Global entry a yearly fee or one time? This forum is the best

Good for 5-years...

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Originally Posted by Runnin' Rebel

Thanks Larry !

Excellent Advice, never heard of it !

You will definitely get your money's worth from this program!

Runnin' Rebel · 4 June 2019, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by BNA/LION

Good for 5-years...

You will definitely get your money's worth from this program!

Just kidding Larry !

This will be my 10th year with it and worth every penny especially coming back from abroad. Nice to skip right through pre-check too

EDIT: company issued credit card pays the fees. Actually a lot of credit cards pay the fee now

TheRolexKingofLV · 4 June 2019, 01:12 PM

My AMEX covered my TSA PRE Check fees.

sickened1 · 4 June 2019, 01:22 PM

^ Yup or Citi AAdvantage Excutive Elite card, they will reimburse you for the Global Entry fee (not to mention you can also access their lounges while traveling). I've been a member since 2013 (Global Entry). Great program and it's gaining more and more members each year.

520Matt · 4 June 2019, 01:39 PM

Hi Larry,

it's worth just for TSA Pre-Check. I have used it quite a bit. it's re entering the US when it works (at least from my experience). I just traveled to Vancouver last week and when I landed in YVR I had to wait in line with everyone else but when returning to the US there was a global entry line through security. My wife's says you don't need your card but I had to show mine twice coming home for Vancouver.

Please share your Global Entry "ins and outs"

Kneecough · 4 June 2019, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by TheRolexKingofLV

My AMEX covered my TSA PRE Check fees.

It covers Global Entry as well, that’s how I got mine.

fusionstorm · 4 June 2019, 02:58 PM

TSA Pre Check is $85.

Global Entry is $100, and includes TSA PC.

No brainer to get GE.

Be forewarned that getting an appointment at certain Global Entry offices can be many months out. SFO is one of the worst. A trick is to schedule an appointment for however many months out it is, then check back as often as possible to see if cancellations result in appointments becoming available sooner.

Or if you know you’ll be in another city that has a GE ofc during a certain timeframe, check that office for appt availability.

fusionstorm · 4 June 2019, 03:38 PM

Fortuitously, an article in a local newspaper about the backlog for new and renewal Global Entry applications mentioned that there’s an Enrollment on Arrival option:

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Instead of scheduling a required personal interview at one of the agency's 109 enrollment centers, applicants who have been conditionally approved can complete their Global Entry enrollment during CBP processing at a primary inspection booth at 49 airports without a scheduled appointment.

Apparently, this became available in 2017. My family and I all got GE in 2016.

SMD · 4 June 2019, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BNA/LION

I just signed up for Global Entry after going to Mexico last week and having to wait in long customs lines!

We had TSA Pre check but with several International trip in our near future signing up for Global Entry was a Must!

If you Travel Internationally check it out...

Trusted Traveler Programs
https://ttp.cbp.dhs.gov/

Nexus is better.

mjclark32 · 4 June 2019, 09:28 PM

I used my Amex plat for precheck too, it expires in feb 2020 and will do GE instead. Wonder if Amex will cover the fee...?

Kneecough · 4 June 2019, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by mjclark32

I used my Amex plat for precheck too, it expires in feb 2020 and will do GE instead. Wonder if Amex will cover the fee...?

They do, you can use it either for TSA PRE or Global Entry.

tudorbaja27 · 4 June 2019, 10:20 PM

Agreed. It's a blessing. Unless you're traveling through JFK. THere are no blessings there.

ckaynyc · 5 June 2019, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Agreed. It's a blessing. Unless you're traveling through JFK. THere are no blessings there.

I had zero issues! Including my wife claiming a new purse and customs telling her to have a great night instead of sending her to the duties desk.

tudorbaja27 · 5 June 2019, 02:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ckaynyc

I had zero issues! Including my wife claiming a new purse and customs telling her to have a great night instead of sending her to the duties desk.

Misspoke. What I meant was - global entry took 2 minutes. My luggage coming in - another 2 hours...

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Runnin' Rebel · 5 June 2019, 12:28 AM

Don’t forget to renew passport at anytime up to 6 months of expire. Most countries require at least 6 months remaining on US passport upon entry into many foreign country Incase of health or legal issues.

You can do it anytime prior expire if you want, I had 6.months remaining. I sent mine in May and had a family emergency within 2 days after mailing in and needed to get to Brasil pronto and had to fly out of US within 2 days after mailing the current one. No time to expedite so thanks to State Department officials used one called Official Passport issued to officials of the U.S. Government traveling abroad to carry out official duties, and did a small task ( took samba lessons and drank cachaca again ) while there to cover any issues. Also no more Visa required for Brasil for American citizens on 17 June 2019. I received a emergency visa waiver early due to this emergency.

BNA/LION · 13 September 2019, 08:54 AM

Finally!

I had an in-person interview with an agent at the California/Mexico Otay Mesa Boarder Crossings Office today. I will finally be getting my Global Entry Status in the mail in two weeks.

Time to Plan Some International Travel!

jag32 · 13 September 2019, 08:56 AM

If I couldn’t use the diplomatic line, then I’d enroll in global entry.

giruto · 13 September 2019, 08:58 AM

Just applied and scheduled an interview this October

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othertbone · 13 September 2019, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BNA/LION

I just signed up for Global Entry after going to Mexico last week and having to wait in long customs lines!

We had TSA Pre check but with several International trip in our near future signing up for Global Entry was a Must!

If you Travel Internationally check it out...

Trusted Traveler Programs
https://ttp.cbp.dhs.gov/

Yea I did TSA Pre Check a few years ago and didn't realize for the same amount of effort I could have just done Global Entry.

4 June 2019, 10:22 AM	#1
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,662	Global Entry - A Must When Crossing International Borders I just signed up for Global Entry after going to Mexico last week and having to wait in long customs lines! We had TSA Pre check but with several International trip in our near future signing up for Global Entry was a Must! If you Travel Internationally check it out... Trusted Traveler Programs https://ttp.cbp.dhs.gov/ __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

4 June 2019, 10:57 AM	#5
Boothroyd 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Daniel Location: Minneapolis, MN Watch: Wilsdorf(s) Posts: 10,259	Yes, agreed. And TSA Pre is part of the package. __________________ Explorer 214270 MK I/Datejust II Black 116300/Tudor Heritage Black Bay Black 79220N

4 June 2019, 12:21 PM	#9
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	Thanks Larry ! Excellent Advice, never heard of it ! __________________ ♛

4 June 2019, 01:12 PM	#12
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	My AMEX covered my TSA PRE Check fees. __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

4 June 2019, 02:58 PM	#16
fusionstorm "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Piedmont, CA Watch: various vintage Posts: 2,272	TSA Pre Check is $85. Global Entry is $100, and includes TSA PC. No brainer to get GE. Be forewarned that getting an appointment at certain Global Entry offices can be many months out. SFO is one of the worst. A trick is to schedule an appointment for however many months out it is, then check back as often as possible to see if cancellations result in appointments becoming available sooner. Or if you know you’ll be in another city that has a GE ofc during a certain timeframe, check that office for appt availability. __________________ 1680 MK II 2.2M (my daily); 1655 MK IV 8.1M (my 1st vintage); 16660 x 4 - 8.0M spider & matte 7.4M, 8.0M, 8.0M; 16610LV F MK I/MK I; 116528 Z; 14060 M COSC; Tudor 75090 Gone.....never forgotten: 14000 F, 14060 V COSC, PAM 048, 16623 F, 1680 MK V 3.1M, 16800 matte 8.3M & 1655 MK IV 7.4M

4 June 2019, 10:30 AM	#2
ckaynyc "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: NYC Posts: 753	Walked into the USA through JFK in 5 minutes last night coming from Europe. Global Entry is worth it.

4 June 2019, 10:36 AM	#3
Beo3 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Eddie Location: NY Watch: Too Many Posts: 18,785	The best $100 spent if you travel, even if only once in a while. It also includes TSA pre-check for when you fly domestically.

4 June 2019, 10:51 AM	#4
piratfisk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Jake Location: Slam Diego Watch: 16233, 116619LB Posts: 2,316	Thank you for the tip!

4 June 2019, 11:12 AM	#6
Old Geezer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: South Carolina Posts: 5,287	Traveling internationally for work as much as I did, sometimes as many as 20 international trips in one year, I got Global Entry as soon as it was available. If you live in the USA and travel abroad, it’s the best money you will ever spend.

4 June 2019, 11:54 AM	#7
ruffa "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: South Carolina Posts: 726	Whaa! Why have I not heard of this sooner?! Just did an international flight last weeks and just about lost it at the customs line. Is the Global entry a yearly fee or one time? This forum is the best

4 June 2019, 01:22 PM	#13
sickened1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,054	^ Yup or Citi AAdvantage Excutive Elite card, they will reimburse you for the Global Entry fee (not to mention you can also access their lounges while traveling). I've been a member since 2013 (Global Entry). Great program and it's gaining more and more members each year.

4 June 2019, 01:39 PM	#14
520Matt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Matt Location: Tucson, AZ Watch: SD, LV,GMT II Pep Posts: 2,782	Hi Larry, it's worth just for TSA Pre-Check. I have used it quite a bit. it's re entering the US when it works (at least from my experience). I just traveled to Vancouver last week and when I landed in YVR I had to wait in line with everyone else but when returning to the US there was a global entry line through security. My wife's says you don't need your card but I had to show mine twice coming home for Vancouver. Please share your Global Entry "ins and outs"

4 June 2019, 09:28 PM	#19
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	I used my Amex plat for precheck too, it expires in feb 2020 and will do GE instead. Wonder if Amex will cover the fee...? __________________

4 June 2019, 10:20 PM	#21
tudorbaja27 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Tudor & Cartier Posts: 2,499	Agreed. It's a blessing. Unless you're traveling through JFK. THere are no blessings there. __________________ "Chi ha paura muore ogni giorno, chi non ha paura muore una volta sola" - Paolo Borsellino

5 June 2019, 12:28 AM	#24
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	Don’t forget to renew passport at anytime up to 6 months of expire. Most countries require at least 6 months remaining on US passport upon entry into many foreign country Incase of health or legal issues. You can do it anytime prior expire if you want, I had 6.months remaining. I sent mine in May and had a family emergency within 2 days after mailing in and needed to get to Brasil pronto and had to fly out of US within 2 days after mailing the current one. No time to expedite so thanks to State Department officials used one called Official Passport issued to officials of the U.S. Government traveling abroad to carry out official duties, and did a small task ( took samba lessons and drank cachaca again ) while there to cover any issues. Also no more Visa required for Brasil for American citizens on 17 June 2019. I received a emergency visa waiver early due to this emergency. __________________ ♛

13 September 2019, 08:54 AM	#25
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,662	Global Entry - A Must When Crossing International Borders Finally! I had an in-person interview with an agent at the California/Mexico Otay Mesa Boarder Crossings Office today. I will finally be getting my Global Entry Status in the mail in two weeks. Time to Plan Some International Travel! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

13 September 2019, 08:56 AM	#26
jag32 Banned Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: DC Watch: PP/AP/BP/UN Posts: 1,015	If I couldn’t use the diplomatic line, then I’d enroll in global entry.

13 September 2019, 08:58 AM	#27
giruto "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Gil Location: Springfield, NJ Watch: GMT, Hulk, TOG Posts: 265	Just applied and scheduled an interview this October Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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