Feb 22, 2022, 4:15 pm
Last edit by: TWA884
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- Process explained here - http://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-tr...united-kingdom
- Home Office page - https://www.gov.uk/apply-faster-entry-usa
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UK Citizens Global Entry Applications and Renewals Procedures & Timelines
Apr 27, 2018, 12:41 pm
#1681
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 30
Applied UK Border Force Tue 3 Apr
Approved Tue 10 Apr
Applied TTP Global Entry Tue 10 Apr
Conditionally Approved Thu 26 Apr
Why it took a week for my UK Border Force check to come back is a mystery. Everyone elses seems to come back in a day or 2. It's also annoying as there are no appointments left now at the US embassy in London. Hopefully a cancellation comes up next week before the opportunity is lost on Thursday.
If you dont mind me asking, how did you get to speak to a CBP officer at the embassy? When I call the embassy the CBP option just plays an automated message.
Approved Tue 10 Apr
Applied TTP Global Entry Tue 10 Apr
Conditionally Approved Thu 26 Apr
Why it took a week for my UK Border Force check to come back is a mystery. Everyone elses seems to come back in a day or 2. It's also annoying as there are no appointments left now at the US embassy in London. Hopefully a cancellation comes up next week before the opportunity is lost on Thursday.
If you dont mind me asking, how did you get to speak to a CBP officer at the embassy? When I call the embassy the CBP option just plays an automated message.
Last edited by TWA884; Apr 27, 2018 at 1:30 pm Reason: Merge consecutive posts by the same member
Apr 30, 2018, 4:27 pm
#1682
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: London
Programs: BAEC Gold
Posts: 215
Got my US visa on 9 Apr
Applied for UK border force on 9 Apr
Approved UK checks on 11 Apr
Applied for GE on 11 Apr
Conditionally approved on 28 Apr (17 days)
Interview 30 Apr in London
No email approval yet though...
Managed to grab a last minute interview this morning at 25 min notice. As a result I wasn't on an lists at security or at the GE bouthes. They found me on the computer and all done within 10 min. Now to hope my late booking won't cause issues with final email approval...
Applied for UK border force on 9 Apr
Approved UK checks on 11 Apr
Applied for GE on 11 Apr
Conditionally approved on 28 Apr (17 days)
Interview 30 Apr in London
No email approval yet though...
Managed to grab a last minute interview this morning at 25 min notice. As a result I wasn't on an lists at security or at the GE bouthes. They found me on the computer and all done within 10 min. Now to hope my late booking won't cause issues with final email approval...
May 1, 2018, 2:44 am
#1683
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: London, UK
Programs: BA GGL
Posts: 1,578
Looks like there are no more appointments available at the London Embassy. Do we know if they're planning to open it up again? A friend has just got her conditional approval through, but now can't get a UK interview.
May 1, 2018, 5:58 am
#1684
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: London
Programs: BAEC Gold
Posts: 215
Depending on where you friend is based, last minute appointments seem pretty obtainable (I guess from people turning up early and appointments taking less than the 15min). If you keep the book an appointment page open and refresh they tend to appear with 20 min notice. Also I've seen some cancalations for tomorrow and Thursday appear.
I've still not had my final approval email though yet so not sure if this is breaking their system...
I've still not had my final approval email though yet so not sure if this is breaking their system...
May 1, 2018, 11:47 am
#1685
Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: London
Programs: BAEC Gold
Posts: 215
Got my US visa on 9 Apr
Applied for UK border force on 9 Apr
Approved UK checks on 11 Apr
Applied for GE on 11 Apr
Conditionally approved on 28 Apr (17 days)
Interview 30 Apr in London
No email approval yet though...
Managed to grab a last minute interview this morning at 25 min notice. As a result I wasn't on an lists at security or at the GE bouthes. They found me on the computer and all done within 10 min. Now to hope my late booking won't cause issues with final email approval...
Applied for UK border force on 9 Apr
Approved UK checks on 11 Apr
Applied for GE on 11 Apr
Conditionally approved on 28 Apr (17 days)
Interview 30 Apr in London
No email approval yet though...
Managed to grab a last minute interview this morning at 25 min notice. As a result I wasn't on an lists at security or at the GE bouthes. They found me on the computer and all done within 10 min. Now to hope my late booking won't cause issues with final email approval...
May 2, 2018, 3:32 am
#1686
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 30
An interview slot appeared over the weekend for yesterday in London. Simple process, questions similar to those asked by a CBP officer on entering the US as normal. Got my approval email before I had made it back to Vauxhall station.
To anyone still hoping for an appointment in London, don't give up hope. I spoke to 6 people yesterday while waiting and half of them had only booked their appointment that morning so keep checking if you can get there at short notice. I'd even say it wouldnt matter if you were a bit late because they don't call you in by name, you kind of have to figure it out amongst the people waiting.
To anyone still hoping for an appointment in London, don't give up hope. I spoke to 6 people yesterday while waiting and half of them had only booked their appointment that morning so keep checking if you can get there at short notice. I'd even say it wouldnt matter if you were a bit late because they don't call you in by name, you kind of have to figure it out amongst the people waiting.
Jun 3, 2018, 11:58 am
#1687
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: UK
Programs: BA S, VS S, SQ G, HH D, IHG D/A, Marriott G, Radisson G, Hertz PC
Posts: 3,945
Has anyone had any luck renewing without paying the extra £42 UKBF fee?
I filled out a support request for CBP but the reply was rather 'generic' -
I replied again and got the same response again, replied once more (don't want to annoy them but was hoping for a more meaningful reply) and just got
So not really much further forward! Will probably end up just paying the fee but a bit annoying having to do so for no clear reason!
I filled out a support request for CBP but the reply was rather 'generic' -
Thank you for contacting the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Information Center.
** GOES to new TTP System migration instructions can be found here: https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1321
https://www.dhs.gov/trusted-traveler-programs
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1348/
You can renew your membership up to a year before it expires. To renew your membership, log into your TTP System account and select renew membership under the program you wish to renew. You will not have the option to renew if you have a pending application for a vehicle enrollment or a partner program.
You will need to complete the application as if it was the first time and pay a new non-refundable application fee. Processing times are the same as first time applications. Please make sure to check your TTP account for updates.
On renewal you may or may not be selected for an interview. If you submit a renewal application before expiration of your current membership, then you can continue to use your benefits until the renewal is finalized (up to 6 months after your expiration date). We recommend you print out a copy of your TTP Dashboard showing that the renewal is pending to show an Officer, if requested.
If you need further assistance, please reply to this email and we will investigate how we may further assist you.
Thank you again for contacting the CBP Information Center.
** Manage your Trusted Traveler Membership (GE, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST, APEC) through the TTP System at https://ttp.cbp.dhs.gov/
** Information about all of our programs can be found at www.globalentry.gov
** https://www.dhs.gov/trusted-traveler-programs
NOTE: The answers provided in this forum are for general information purposes only. Utilizing this forum does not constitute Reasonable Care under Informed Compliance guidelines.
** GOES to new TTP System migration instructions can be found here: https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1321
https://www.dhs.gov/trusted-traveler-programs
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/1348/
You can renew your membership up to a year before it expires. To renew your membership, log into your TTP System account and select renew membership under the program you wish to renew. You will not have the option to renew if you have a pending application for a vehicle enrollment or a partner program.
You will need to complete the application as if it was the first time and pay a new non-refundable application fee. Processing times are the same as first time applications. Please make sure to check your TTP account for updates.
On renewal you may or may not be selected for an interview. If you submit a renewal application before expiration of your current membership, then you can continue to use your benefits until the renewal is finalized (up to 6 months after your expiration date). We recommend you print out a copy of your TTP Dashboard showing that the renewal is pending to show an Officer, if requested.
If you need further assistance, please reply to this email and we will investigate how we may further assist you.
Thank you again for contacting the CBP Information Center.
** Manage your Trusted Traveler Membership (GE, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST, APEC) through the TTP System at https://ttp.cbp.dhs.gov/
** Information about all of our programs can be found at www.globalentry.gov
** https://www.dhs.gov/trusted-traveler-programs
NOTE: The answers provided in this forum are for general information purposes only. Utilizing this forum does not constitute Reasonable Care under Informed Compliance guidelines.
Thank you for contacting U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) Information Center.
You have to contact the UK Border Force.
If you need further assistance, please reply to this email and we will investigate how we may further assist you.
Thank you again for contacting the CBP Information Center.
You have to contact the UK Border Force.
If you need further assistance, please reply to this email and we will investigate how we may further assist you.
Thank you again for contacting the CBP Information Center.
Jun 5, 2018, 4:50 am
#1688
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Glasgow, UK
Programs: Seigneur des Tarifs Utils First Class Mucci with Honours :) - BA GGL / CCR
Posts: 1,551
Getting a bit close to the wire for my parents that I am doing both their GE applications for.
UK Border Force received on 17th May
Applied for GE same day
They leave on 9th June to head to the USA so hoping to have conditional approval before then!!
When the conditional approval is received does an email get sent or do you need to keep checking on it? Reason I ask is that the website says no notifications are sent?
UK Border Force received on 17th May
Applied for GE same day
They leave on 9th June to head to the USA so hoping to have conditional approval before then!!
When the conditional approval is received does an email get sent or do you need to keep checking on it? Reason I ask is that the website says no notifications are sent?
Jun 5, 2018, 4:25 pm
#1689
Join Date: Nov 2017
Programs: Air NZ*GE
Posts: 148
Just wanted to confirm all was fine, confirmed and completed my interview on entry passing through IAH from Auckland.
Jun 11, 2018, 4:49 pm
#1690
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Brighton. UK
Programs: BA Gold / VS /IHG Diamond & Ambassador
Posts: 14,194
just seen this - you do get an email - despite what the website says - but I found it best to check my account everyday (actually I was doing it a couple of times a day!)
As your parents are currently in the US they might be able to arrange to have the interview there - make the appointments via their accounts.
As your parents are currently in the US they might be able to arrange to have the interview there - make the appointments via their accounts.
Jun 11, 2018, 10:02 pm
#1691
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Glasgow, UK
Programs: Seigneur des Tarifs Utils First Class Mucci with Honours :) - BA GGL / CCR
Posts: 1,551
just seen this - you do get an email - despite what the website says - but I found it best to check my account everyday (actually I was doing it a couple of times a day!)
As your parents are currently in the US they might be able to arrange to have the interview there - make the appointments via their accounts.
As your parents are currently in the US they might be able to arrange to have the interview there - make the appointments via their accounts.
Thought I would update this .. My parents are both a pair of chancing gits, They got off at Orlando and innocently they say they followed all the signs for GE and used the machines even though they hadnt had the interview , pleaded ignorance to the officer when they got the X through the photo and he conducted the interview, easily saved 2 hours of getting to the front of the queue in Orlando lol
Jun 12, 2018, 8:56 am
#1693
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Glasgow, UK
Programs: Seigneur des Tarifs Utils First Class Mucci with Honours :) - BA GGL / CCR
Posts: 1,551
The Enrollment on arrival was what they intended but the line for that and the general immigraton queue was an hour deep, They went straight over to GE terminals as if they were GE approved already and then "chanced it from there"
if that makes sense
Jul 11, 2018, 12:50 am
#1694
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: PER
Programs: BA Gold, QF Gold, VA Gold, IC Diamond Amb., HH Diamond
Posts: 777
I was curious about the renewal too, but seems like people have run into the same problem I have. I wonder if its because originally the background check was done by providing a police certificate?
In any case I've paid the £42, I'm off to the US in 3.5 weeks so hopefully I can get everything sorted.
I've read about the background check coming back reasonably quickly, but does any have data points on how soon a renewal is coming back for approval and whether you actually had to attend another interview?
In any case I've paid the £42, I'm off to the US in 3.5 weeks so hopefully I can get everything sorted.
I've read about the background check coming back reasonably quickly, but does any have data points on how soon a renewal is coming back for approval and whether you actually had to attend another interview?