Global Entry vs. PreCheck
Nov 21, 2015 | 5:50 am
#31
Join Date: Oct 2015
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Recent experience on timing:
I just did GE application and it took me 9 days before I could schedule my interview. SO did her application and it was 3 days (!) until she was approved. Two days later she was at her interview.
Don't forget to check if you have a credit card that will reimburse you for GE. As an example, if you are thinking about something like Amex plat you will get $100 back, $200 airline credit before Dec 31 and another $200 after. Add in club access and all the other extras... Might be worth it for you.
I just did GE application and it took me 9 days before I could schedule my interview. SO did her application and it was 3 days (!) until she was approved. Two days later she was at her interview.
Don't forget to check if you have a credit card that will reimburse you for GE. As an example, if you are thinking about something like Amex plat you will get $100 back, $200 airline credit before Dec 31 and another $200 after. Add in club access and all the other extras... Might be worth it for you.
Dec 7, 2015 | 4:25 pm
#32
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Just cleared GE for our upcoming trip to Australia and New Zealand. Curious if it helps us on arrival at either country, or at security checkpoints when boarding AC there.
We're flying UA to SYD, Jetstar from SYD to ZQN (Queenstown), then ANZ domestically and back to the US.
Thank you.
We're flying UA to SYD, Jetstar from SYD to ZQN (Queenstown), then ANZ domestically and back to the US.
Thank you.
Dec 7, 2015 | 4:27 pm
#33
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GE Is only for reentry to US
Just cleared GE for our upcoming trip to Australia and New Zealand. Curious if it helps us on arrival at either country, or at security checkpoints when boarding AC there.
We're flying UA to SYD, Jetstar from SYD to ZQN (Queenstown), then ANZ domestically and back to the US.
Thank you.
We're flying UA to SYD, Jetstar from SYD to ZQN (Queenstown), then ANZ domestically and back to the US.
Thank you.
Dec 7, 2015 | 5:09 pm
#35
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Yes your passport if it has a chip can be used at the smart gates. Study the video on how to use it before attempting or be heckled by the locals. Also at AKL and CHC in New Zealand.
As far as security there is no bonus.
As far as security there is no bonus.
Dec 8, 2015 | 10:14 am
#36
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Dec 13, 2015 | 9:29 am
#38
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Remember to provide your Known Traveller Number to any airlines that you use in order to get Pre-Check.
Dec 13, 2015 | 9:31 am
#39
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Instead of your passports, or in addition to?
You use them if you are crossing a land or sea border into the US: http://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-tr...bal-entry/card
Remember to provide your Known Traveller Number to any airlines that you use in order to get Pre-Check.
Remember to provide your Known Traveller Number to any airlines that you use in order to get Pre-Check.
Dec 13, 2015 | 9:37 am
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Dec 13, 2015 | 9:50 am
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Dec 13, 2015 | 1:12 pm
#42
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Dec 13, 2015 | 1:51 pm
#43
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Dec 13, 2015 | 1:55 pm
#44
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The card has limited official use. I use it as my day to day ID and for going through TSA checkpoints because it does not have my address on it. When someone at a bar asks what it is I just say it's a Federal ID. GE cards at land and water crossings work.
Dec 13, 2015 | 4:50 pm
#45
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It's easier to use a passport card as government issued photo iD as many people, including TSA document checkers, don't recognize GE cards.
I too never show my ID when I'm not driving because it contains my address.
I too never show my ID when I'm not driving because it contains my address.