Can I bring a guest through Global Entry?

My travel companions (children, spouse or co-travelers) are not Global Entry members; can they come through the Global Entry kiosk with me? No, only Global Entry members can use the Global Entry kiosk.

Does everyone in your party need Global Entry?

Only Global Entry members can enter a Global Entry immigration line. This means that if you want your spouse or your children to go through a usually shorter immigration queue with you, they must enroll in Global Entry, no matter their age. Otherwise, you must separate and wait for them at the baggage claim.

Can you bring a guest with TSA PreCheck?

If you're traveling with your family, kids 12 and under can use the TSA PreCheck lane with you, but kids 13 and up and any other adults, including a spouse or partner, must have their own TSA PreCheck membership to accompany you.

Do I need to bring my Global Entry card with me?

No, it is not necessary to obtain a Global Entry card to continue using your program membership at airport kiosks. A Global Entry card is only required for use at the SENTRI and NEXUS lanes coming into the United States.

Can you bring a companion with clear?

You can add up to 3 people to your CLEAR account for just $60 each (that's over $380 savings!) so they, too, can use CLEAR Plus when traveling with or without you.

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Can my wife travel with my TSA PreCheck?

Kids 12 and under go right through the PreCheck line with you, as long as you're already part of a trusted traveler program. Your spouse, on the other hand, needs to qualify for TSA PreCheck separately.

What's better TSA PreCheck or Global Entry?

If you travel internationally four or more times a year, consider enrolling in Global Entry. If you take less than four international trips a year, TSA PreCheck is a great choice for domestic travelers.

What does a Global Entry card allow you to do?

The Global Entry Card is issued to Global Entry members who are U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or Mexican nationals. It allows Global Entry members to use Trusted Traveler lanes at the land borders for entry into the United States via NEXUS/SENTRI lanes at the border.

Why is it so hard to get a Global Entry interview?

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has alerted travelers on its website that all of its Trusted Traveler Programs — Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, and FAST — are experiencing “application processing delays,” leading to low interview availability.

Can I just show my Global Entry card for TSA PreCheck?

No. To receive TSA PreCheck®, you must include your Known Traveler Number (your CBP PASSID for Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI members) in the appropriate field of your airline reservation, and the TSA PreCheck® indicator must be displayed on the boarding pass to access the lanes.

Does global entry apply to spouse?

Do my Global Entry benefits extend to my travel companion(s) (children, spouse or co-traveler) who is/are not part of the Global Entry program? Global Entry benefits are member specific and cannot be extended to others.

Does everyone in your party get TSA PreCheck?

Sometimes, if a mixed-status couple books their tickets together, both will get the Precheck stamp on their boarding pass. Sometimes, only the Precheck participant will get it.

Can you bring family through Precheck?

Children age 12 and younger may use the TSA PreCheck® lane when traveling with a parent or guardian who has the indicator on their boarding pass.

Is Global Entry per person or per family?

If you are trying to apply/enroll multiple family members, you must complete a separate application for each person, regardless of age. For new Global Entry applicants, the processing time for an application can exceed 90 days.

Do you have to dress nice for Global Entry interview?

They're going to take your picture

If approved, you'll receive a nifty ID card (complete with a picture taken during your interview) in the mail within a few days. So, if you'd like it to look better than your passport and driver's license photos, dress nice. Or at least don't wear a hat.

How does Global Entry work for families?

The answer: Every person in your entourage must be approved by Global Entry. Even infants. (You can start the application process here). Adults and kids go through almost the same process, although youngsters might not be fingerprinted, as adults are.

Can I just show up at the airport for a Global Entry interview?

You cannot walk in for a Global Entry on arrival appointment unless you are just arriving from an international trip. Since it is a walk-in visit, an interview is not guaranteed if there is a long line, but it's worth a shot to try and get an earlier Global Entry appointment.

What is the current wait time for Global Entry?

Processing times vary by applicant, but on average you can expect your application to be processed as follows: Global Entry: 4-6 months.

Is there a faster way to get Global Entry?

You can try calling the Global Entry information line at (877) 227-5511 to escalate your approval process, but there's no guarantee. And recent reports from travelers suggest that CBP will not escalate an application until the nine-month mark – up from the previous standard waiting time of four months.

What are the rules for Global Entry?

What countries accept Global Entry?

Is Global Entry worth it?

Global Entry can definitely be worth it as it saves you a lot of time and hassle when returning from an international trip. The cost is just $15 more than TSA PreCheck and it includes all PreCheck benefits as well.

Is Global Entry cheaper if I have TSA PreCheck?

2. If I already have TSA PreCheck, can I add Global Entry? For a one-time fee of $100, TSA PreCheck holders can upgrade to Global Entry to get all the benefits of TSA PreCheck plus easier entry to the U.S. upon coming back from abroad with Global Entry.

Does Global Entry speed up customs?

Trusted Traveler Program Enrollment

Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States.

Can I upgrade PreCheck to Global Entry?

You can't upgrade from TSA PreCheck to Global Entry

Even if you already have TSA PreCheck, you must apply for Global Entry separately. There is no way to get an automatic upgrade from TSA PreCheck to Global Entry. You must complete the Global Entry application documents and then make an interview appointment.