Is Global Entry worthwhile?
Mar 10, 2009, 12:30 pm
#61
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I'm a NEXUS user, just applied this morning for the Global Entry program. As others have described, no fee and GE showed up in my Program Membership(s) section as Approved about 10 minutes later.
So if there anything else I need to do? I feel like I should have a card or something to "prove" I have this. I guess just go up to the machine and it will validate my membership??
Love the NEXUS program and I am sure I will love the GE program too!!^
So if there anything else I need to do? I feel like I should have a card or something to "prove" I have this. I guess just go up to the machine and it will validate my membership??
Love the NEXUS program and I am sure I will love the GE program too!!^
Mar 10, 2009, 9:44 pm
#62
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Coconut Grove & Punta del Este
Programs: AA EXP 3.3MM; GE & IRIS
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I used GE the first time today arriving to MIA from MEX. I received an "X" receipt but it was about a third of the size of the normal receipt. There was a CBP Officer nearby and he offered help taking me to the front of the line at booth 36 (Diplomats) and then escorted me to Customs downstairs. On the way, he called an associate who met us and explained that the GE kiosk I used had run out of paper plus I had timed out of the process. He remined me that there is a "need more time" button.
Turns out the Officer that helped me is the Chief, Passenger Operations, CBP. I sent a thank you email and he immediately responded encouraging me to recommend GE to my business colleagues.
Turns out the Officer that helped me is the Chief, Passenger Operations, CBP. I sent a thank you email and he immediately responded encouraging me to recommend GE to my business colleagues.
Mar 17, 2009, 7:11 am
#65
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: MSP
Programs: SPG Gold;NWA gold;Hyatt Plat
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I'd wait until your nexus app is completely done. You're not, technically, a member until you've gotten your card and such.
Mar 17, 2009, 9:15 pm
#66
Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 135
what sort of questions do they ask you during the Global Entry in-person
interview? how long does it take?
also... do they give you a refund if your home airport stops participating
in Global Entry? (or you move to another city without Global Entry)
Thanks
interview? how long does it take?
also... do they give you a refund if your home airport stops participating
in Global Entry? (or you move to another city without Global Entry)
Thanks
Mar 18, 2009, 10:07 am
#67
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: MSP
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I don't think they'd offer any sort of refund. I live in a non global-entry city, but got it in case I end up going through a city with global entry. I hate long waits at the airport for customs. If I can use it 2 or 3 times during the 5 years, its saved me more than the fees.
Mar 18, 2009, 10:33 am
#68
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I live in a non-GE city, and I still find it worthwhile when going through other ports of entry.
Mar 21, 2009, 10:07 pm
#70
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Picked up my sticker at JFK today! In fact, the officer was in such a good mood, he gave me 2 stickers! ("one for good luck")
From my perspective, it means that I won't have to go back to pick up another sticker when I renew my passport in 2012. ^
Mar 22, 2009, 3:04 am
#71
Join Date: May 2007
Location: DEN
Programs: UA 2K, Marriott Platinium, Global Entry, Hyatt Diamond
Posts: 370
I had my interview a couple of weeks ago and the officer said that he is expecting sfo later on this year. No absolute date yet. He told me to log into my account every so often and they will post a note there with new locations.
Mar 29, 2009, 3:10 am
#72
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: BOS<>NYC<>BKK
Programs: UA 4.3MM LT-GS; AA1MM; Amtrak SE; MAR LT TITAN; PC Plat; HIL DIA; HYA GLOB
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I did my interview at JFK last week, and it took fewer than 15 minutes. The officer was really friendly, and said that the program is meeting enrollment and usage expectations. I'll get to have my first entry at IAD next week... which will allow me more time to wait for my luggage 
Mar 29, 2009, 3:02 pm
#73
Join Date: Aug 2008
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Anyone use Global Entry in IAD?
I will be flying through IAD for the first time with Global Entry access. Has anyone used it clearing customs then transferring to another UA flight?
How was the experience?
Thanks...
How was the experience?
Thanks...
Mar 29, 2009, 3:12 pm
#74
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I used to never book anything less than a two-hour connection at Dulles arriving from overseas. Now, doing it in an hour is not a problem.
If you don't check bags, you'll wait longer in the TSA line than you will with the Customs and Immigration experience.
Mar 29, 2009, 3:16 pm
#75
Join Date: Aug 2008
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Heavenly. Especially if you don't have checked bags.
I used to never book anything less than a two-hour connection at Dulles arriving from overseas. Now, doing it in an hour is not a problem.
If you don't check bags, you'll wait longer in the TSA line than you will with the Customs and Immigration experience.
I used to never book anything less than a two-hour connection at Dulles arriving from overseas. Now, doing it in an hour is not a problem.
If you don't check bags, you'll wait longer in the TSA line than you will with the Customs and Immigration experience.
Thanks. No checked bags. Coming in from EZE in the am with a 1:45 connection time.