Is Global Entry ID same as TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck® provides expedited security screening benefits for flights departing from U.S. Airports. Global Entry provides expedited U.S. customs screening for international air travelers when entering the United States. Global Entry members also receive TSA PreCheck® benefits as part of their membership.

Is my Global Entry number the same as 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.

Can I use my Global Entry card for TSA identification?

Even if you have a TSA PreCheck or a Clear membership, you will need a Real ID-compliant form of identification to make it past airport security. A Global Entry card is considered Real ID–compliant and will be accepted under the new rules.

Can I fly with just my Global Entry card?

If you have a Global Entry card or a passport, you're in the clear — just remember to bring them with you every time you travel both domestically and internationally.

Can I use Global Entry at airport?

Members enter the United States through automatic kiosks at select airports. At airports, program members proceed to Global Entry kiosks, present their machine-readable passport or U.S. permanent resident card, place their fingerprints on the scanner for fingerprint verification and complete a customs declaration.

Should You Get TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, or CLEAR?

Can I have both Global Entry and TSA PreCheck?

The Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) PreCheck allows for expedited airport screening at TSA checkpoints in specific airports. Global Entry members are eligible for TSA PreCheck benefits. For more information about TSA PreCheck, click here.

Can I go through PreCheck with Global Entry card?

U.S. citizens and U.S. lawful permanent residents enrolled in Global Entry, NEXUS or SENTRI are eligible to participate in TSA PreCheck^®, as well as Canadian citizens who are members of NEXUS.

Is Global Entry faster if you have TSA PreCheck?

Plus, Global Entry membership automatically includes TSA PreCheck membership—which means that travelers with Global Entry can enjoy a faster screening process whether they're traveling domestically or returning to the United States after a trip abroad.

Does Global Entry number replace KTN?

While it might not be apparent at first, you'll be happy to know that your TSA PreCheck or Global Entry number is, in fact, your Known Traveler Number. Simply enter your Known Traveler Number in the appropriate field when booking your flight.

Can I go through TSA PreCheck with a known traveler number?

Your trusted traveler card will not grant you access to TSA PreCheck® lanes, instead you must add your PASSID number in the KTN field when making airline reservations to ensure the TSA PreCheck® indicator appears on your boarding pass.

What are the two numbers on my Global Entry card?

There are two 9-digit numbers on the back of the Global Entry card. The one on the upper left corner is the Known Traveler Number or PASSID. But on the upper right hand corner there is another 9-digit number, slightly larger than the PASSID.

Do I need clear if I have Global Entry and TSA PreCheck?

While Global Entry includes TSA PreCheck benefits, TSA PreCheck does not include Global Entry, so anyone that travels internationally regularly will need to apply for Global Entry separately.

What countries accept US Global Entry?

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.

What does Global Entry get you?

You may use this card for expedited entry into the United States via the SENTRI and NEXUS lanes. The card is not valid for entry into Canada via the NEXUS lanes. Only your passport or lawful permanent resident card are accepted at Global Entry kiosks.

Do I have to carry 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.

Do you need Global Entry card or just passport?

Members must use a passport or U.S. legal permanent resident card at Global Entry kiosks.