Global Entry provides expedited U.S. customs screening for international air travelers when entering the United States.
Global Entry members also receive TSA PreCheck® benefits as part of their membership
.
Why am I not getting TSA PreCheck when I have Global Entry?
You cannot use the TSA PreCheck lane if your boarding pass doesn't say TSA Pre
. Even if you have proof of membership (like a Global Entry card), you can't just walk through the TSA PreCheck lane and flash your credentials at the security officer.
Can you use Global Entry or TSA PreCheck line?
No. To receive TSA PreCheck®, you must include your Known Traveler Number (your CBP PASSID for Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI members) in the appropriate field of your airline reservation, and the TSA PreCheck® indicator must be displayed on the boarding pass to access the lanes.
Can I let TSA PreCheck lapse if I have Global Entry?
You can renew your TSA PreCheck and Global Entry within one year of expiration
, but you can also renew your membership after it has expired. “You become eligible to renew your membership 1 year prior to program expiration,” says DHS.
Can I use my Global Entry card for TSA identification?
Even if you have a TSA PreCheck or a Clear membership, you will need a Real ID-compliant form of identification to make it past airport security.
A Global Entry card is considered Real ID–compliant and will be accepted under the new rules
.
How long does it take to get Global Entry if you have TSA PreCheck?
You'll be able to use your TSA PreCheck, Global Entry benefits as soon as you've completed your interview. Before you leave the enrollment center, you'll receive a Known Traveler number and in the case of Global Entry your Trusted Traveler card will arrive in the mail within
six to eight weeks
.
What is the Global Entry number for TSA PreCheck?
For members approved for the TSA PreCheck® Application Program, this number is 9 digits long, can be a combination of numbers and letters and typically begins with TT. For members approved for Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI, the KTN is the
CBP PASSID
.
Do you need TSA and Global Entry?
You do not need both Global Entry and TSA PreCheck
. TSA PreCheck can expedite security through American airports, while Global Entry is a good choice for international travelers required to pass through customs upon their return. If you have Global Entry, you'll also receive all the benefits of TSA PreCheck.
Does Global Entry really save time?
There are several benefits of Global Entry, with the largest one being
saving time at airport security screenings
. No one enjoys standing in long TSA lines, and having Global Entry can help you avoid that. In addition, here are a few more benefits of having Global Entry membership: It includes TSA PrecheckTM membership.
How do I renew my Global Entry and TSA PreCheck?
- Log onto the Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) website.
- Select Manage membership – the Trusted Traveler Program Enrollment page will display.
- Select the blue Renew Application button – the Personal Information page will display.
Are TSA and Global Entry the same?
TSA PreCheck® provides expedited security screening benefits for flights departing from U.S. Airports. Global Entry provides expedited U.S. customs screening for international air travelers when entering the United States
. Global Entry members also receive TSA PreCheck® benefits as part of their membership.
What happens if I let my Global Entry expire?
The Global Entry grace period means you can continue using Global Entry benefits for up to 24 months if you apply for renewal before your existing membership expires. If you miss this deadline to begin the renewal process,
you won't get the benefit of the grace period
.
Can I use Global Entry for domestic flights?
Global Entry works for international and domestic flights
When returning from an international trip to a major US airport, you can check in at a designated Global Entry kiosk without filling out paperwork, print a slip, and go through customs faster than the people waiting in processing lines.
How do I get TSA PreCheck and Global Entry?
- Apply Online. Submit the online application in 5 minutes or less and schedule an appointment at any of 400+ enrollment centers.
- Enroll. Attend your in-person appointment to provide fingerprints, supply citizenship and identity documents and pay the enrollment fee. Find an Enrollment Center.
- Enjoy TSA PreCheck
®
Which is better Global Entry or clear?
Although
CLEAR offers the added entertainment access perk, its membership cost is substantially higher
and you have to regularly fly through one of the 35 U.S. airports it serves to really benefit. Otherwise, you will still need to purchase TSA PreCheck or Global Entry to have shorter security lines when traveling.
Can I get TSA PreCheck while waiting for Global Entry?
Unfortunately,
there is no way to get the TSA PreCheck benefit that comes with Global Entry before you finalize enrollment
. Still, Mobile Passport is a great temporary solution while you wait to wrap up Global Entry.
What's the difference between TSA PreCheck clear and Global Entry?
The main difference is that
TSA PreCheck and Clear save you time at the initial TSA security screening, while Global Entry speeds up the process at customs after you return to the U.S. from an international destination
. Global Entry costs $100 and includes TSA PreCheck, whereas PreCheck on its own is $85.
