Archived: Processing Timelines for 1st Time GE Applications by US Citizens and LPR
Aug 10, 2011, 12:29 pm
#151
Join Date: Oct 1999
Posts: 209
I was in the same status as you ..... existing GE appling for card.
Was "pending" for about 5 days then "conditional approval" and "approval" same day. Took another 5 days to get the card in the mail. Then did the activate process on the internet.
Was "pending" for about 5 days then "conditional approval" and "approval" same day. Took another 5 days to get the card in the mail. Then did the activate process on the internet.
Aug 10, 2011, 12:41 pm
#152
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: SPI
Programs: AA Gold, UA LT Plat, Mar LTT
Posts: 18,147
Dave
Aug 10, 2011, 12:55 pm
#153
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: PDX/AUS
Programs: AA-UA-AS IHG-SPG-Carlson
Posts: 4,562
OK, I got the card in the mail last week,
also about 10 days after paying the $15.
This is wonderful,
but I now realize I have no idea how this
is supposed to change my "TSA Experience".
...details on how a "trusted traveller" is handled are thin...
also about 10 days after paying the $15.
This is wonderful,
but I now realize I have no idea how this
is supposed to change my "TSA Experience".
...details on how a "trusted traveller" is handled are thin...
Aug 12, 2011, 12:52 pm
#154
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: MLB, MCO
Programs: Delta Plat, IHG Plat, Marriott Silver
Posts: 1,315
Applied Tuesday 8/9, conditional approval today, Friday 8/12. 3 days. Very quick. I must be boring and super low risk.
Aug 12, 2011, 7:34 pm
#155
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: MCO/FRA
Programs: None anymore
Posts: 799
Hoping the magic continues to work..
App'd 11-jul-2011 still showing pending.
I guess my app will take a little longer since I travel to places with squiggly lines as writing
App'd 11-jul-2011 still showing pending.
I guess my app will take a little longer since I travel to places with squiggly lines as writing
Aug 15, 2011, 3:17 am
#156
Join Date: Feb 2008
Programs: BA Executive club
Posts: 40
UK approvals
Hi,
I am trying to fight my way through the application as a UK citizen. There is an additional line for us "information requested by the UK government". This is a code issued by the UK civil service, and it looks as if it's on an invitation only basis for us Brits. So...... anyone got any idea which bit of the UK civil service is dealing with this. I'd like to approach them and request inclusion!
Any help gratefully received.
I am trying to fight my way through the application as a UK citizen. There is an additional line for us "information requested by the UK government". This is a code issued by the UK civil service, and it looks as if it's on an invitation only basis for us Brits. So...... anyone got any idea which bit of the UK civil service is dealing with this. I'd like to approach them and request inclusion!
Any help gratefully received.
Aug 15, 2011, 8:54 am
#157
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 5,814
Hi,
I am trying to fight my way through the application as a UK citizen. There is an additional line for us "information requested by the UK government". This is a code issued by the UK civil service, and it looks as if it's on an invitation only basis for us Brits. So...... anyone got any idea which bit of the UK civil service is dealing with this. I'd like to approach them and request inclusion!
Any help gratefully received.
I am trying to fight my way through the application as a UK citizen. There is an additional line for us "information requested by the UK government". This is a code issued by the UK civil service, and it looks as if it's on an invitation only basis for us Brits. So...... anyone got any idea which bit of the UK civil service is dealing with this. I'd like to approach them and request inclusion!
Any help gratefully received.
Global Entry is open to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, Dutch citizens, and Mexican nationals. Canadian citizens and residents may enjoy Global Entry benefits through membership in the NEXUS program.
Aug 15, 2011, 12:13 pm
#158
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: PDX
Programs: DL Platinum & MM, Marriott Bonvoy Gold
Posts: 636
Wow - applied yesterday and almost 24 hours later to the minute I received conidtional approval. I certainly wasn't expecting this based on other's experiences and my travel patterns. In fact, I was planning on about a 3 week turn around to coordinate with a September trip to NYC. It will be tight, but I think I'll be able to work an interview in during another NYC trip next week.
Aug 15, 2011, 12:16 pm
#159
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: MKE
Programs: DL-MM-Diamond HH-Diamond
Posts: 3,218
its been a month for me and still nothing.
Aug 17, 2011, 9:40 am
#160
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: MCO/FRA
Programs: None anymore
Posts: 799
App'd 11-Jul-2011 for GE/Nexus/Sentri, basically all the free ones.
Rec'd NEXUS approval on 15-AUG-2011, still nothing on GE/Sentri.
I'm chalking it to travel and work in squally line named countries.
Aug 17, 2011, 1:58 pm
#161
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: So Cal
Programs: UA Gold/0.744MM, WN AL, Hyatt Diamond, MR Scum, Hertz PC, National Exec, Avis PC
Posts: 5,560
Submitted on Monday Evening. Got conditional approval on Wednesday just before lunch!
Now I just need to check if my wife got hers so we can make the trek to LAX together for the interviews.
Edit:
Yep, she got approved as well. Makes me wonder how thorough their check is if it was done for both of us in 1.5 days... Annoying that LAX isn't open on weekends, but interestingly, it is open on Labor Day. Weekends no, federal holiday yes. Weird, but it means I don't have to take off of work
Now I just need to check if my wife got hers so we can make the trek to LAX together for the interviews.
Edit:
Yep, she got approved as well. Makes me wonder how thorough their check is if it was done for both of us in 1.5 days... Annoying that LAX isn't open on weekends, but interestingly, it is open on Labor Day. Weekends no, federal holiday yes. Weird, but it means I don't have to take off of work
Last edited by jasonvr; Aug 18, 2011 at 10:41 am
Aug 18, 2011, 9:24 am
#162
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 1
My husband and I both applied 8/1. He got approved 8/8 while I am still waiting (we have very similar travel history-in fact, he has traveled a bit more than me). To complicate things, we move out of the country on 9/1 not to return until late December. If I am not approved before then, will I have to re-apply if I am conditionally approved after we move and cannot make an appointment until December? If so, do you think they will they refund me?
Any advice would be helpful! Thanks!
Any advice would be helpful! Thanks!
Aug 18, 2011, 9:33 am
#163
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: WAS
Programs: AMEX Platinum, Global Entry, Priority Pass, SPG Gold, HHonors Gold
Posts: 1,594
My husband and I both applied 8/1. He got approved 8/8 while I am still waiting (we have very similar travel history-in fact, he has traveled a bit more than me). To complicate things, we move out of the country on 9/1 not to return until late December. If I am not approved before then, will I have to re-apply if I am conditionally approved after we move and cannot make an appointment until December? If so, do you think they will they refund me?
BTW they never give out refunds, regardless of circumstances.
Aug 18, 2011, 9:35 am
#164
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: HaMerkaz/Exit 145
Programs: UA, LY, BA, AA
Posts: 13,167
Applied on Tuesday evening, and got conditional approval late last night. I set up my interview for tomorrow morning, 9:30, at EWR.
Thanks!
- How long does the interview normally take?
- What do I need to take with me to the interview? So far, I plan on bringing the notification letter, passport, license, and possibly bank statement or credit card statement.
- How long from the interview until I receive my card and can use Global Entry kiosks, or does that happen instantaneously?
Thanks!
Aug 18, 2011, 9:42 am
#165
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 5,814
Applied on Tuesday evening, and got conditional approval late last night. I set up my interview for tomorrow morning, 9:30, at EWR.
Thanks!
- How long does the interview normally take?
- What do I need to take with me to the interview? So far, I plan on bringing the notification letter, passport, license, and possibly bank statement or credit card statement.
- How long from the interview until I receive my card and can use Global Entry kiosks, or does that happen instantaneously?
Thanks!
#1. Interview usually takes around 15 minutes (brief video followed by questions).
#2. I forgot my notification letter but only needed my drivers license and passport. I also brought my bank statement as well but didn't need it. Better to be safe than sorry though.
#3. You can use GE kiosks right after you are approved (which is usually a few minutes after your interview). For your card, it takes a few days but it's pretty fast.