Originally Posted by
meunger11
I have heard nightmares like this with TSA Pre-check and Global Entry. I had my application pre-approved and have been hesitation getting GE since I hear about these problems all of the time. I ask myself what's the point of getting an expedited traveler program if it seems to be slower than non-GE?
I can't think of any time in recent years where 'normal' immigration would have been faster than using my GE.
With GE it rarely takes me longer than 5 minutes to be clear of immigration and customs.
Entering LAX with my kids a few months ago took 2 hours in the 'normal' queue.