At
$122.25
, SENTRI membership is the most expensive of the Trusted Traveler Programs. But more than expedited land crossings, U.S. citizens and U.S. lawful permanent residents approved for SENTRI can automatically get TSA PreCheck and use Global Entry kiosks with their passport or resident card.
How long does it take to get a SENTRI pass?
Generally, it takes
up to 3 months
to receive a SENTRI card. How do I book my SENTRI interview? Once we have submitted your application, we will send you an email with instructions how to enter your profile and schedule an interview at an enrollment center of your choice.
Does everyone in the car need a SENTRI pass?
Vehicles must be registered before using SENTRI lanes, but inspections are no longer required.
Every member of your party must be a SENTRI member to use the special lanes, and that includes children
. An activated SENTRI card is required.
What is better Global Entry or SENTRI?
But in a comparison of Global Entry vs SENTRI application process…
Global Entry comes out ahead due to its cost and number of interview locations available
. Through the SENTRI pass may be the only option for some wishing to have what Global Entry offers.
What disqualifies SENTRI?
You may not be eligible for participation in the SENTRI program if you:
Provide false or incomplete information on the application
; Have been convicted of any criminal offense or have pending criminal charges or outstanding warrants (to include driving under the influence);
What do I need for my SENTRI interview?
You will need to bring
your valid passport(s) and one other form of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card
to the interview. If you are a lawful permanent resident, you must present your permanent resident card.
Is it hard to get SENTRI?
To get a SENTRI pass applicants must “voluntarily undergo a thorough biographical background check against criminal, law enforcement, customs, immigration, and terrorist indices; a 10-fingerprint law enforcement check; and a personal interview with a CBP Officer.”
No problem, right?
How many cars can I register with SENTRI?
You can register
up to 4 vehicles
for use in a SENTRI lane, and you can have up 8 SENTRI members registered to a vehicle.
How often do you renew SENTRI?
Every five years
, SENTRI members must renew their membership to remain in the program. SENTRI members should follow the instructions provided after logging into their GOES account to renew their membership.
How long does it take to get conditional approval for SENTRI?
The official wait time to get to the conditional approval stage is
8 – 12 months
. The wait time was extended during 2019 due to the government shut down and the humanitarian crisis on the Southern border.
What happens if you go through SENTRI lane without pass?
All applicants must undergo a background check, in-person meeting, and have their car registered before enrollment begins. All persons attempting to go through the SENTRI lanes without a valid SENTRI pass
will be turned around and will have to go to the very back of the regular lines and start over
.
What happens if you cross through SENTRI?
When crossing the U.S.-Mexico border,
the SENTRI card automatically populates information for U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers who can choose to let the vehicle and its passengers continue into the U.S. without further inspection
.
Can you apply for SENTRI as a family?
Your parent or legal guardian does not have to be a SENTRI member
. Regardless of your age, you must create a Trusted Traveler Program (TTP) System account, pay a non-refundable application fee, and schedule an interview at a SENTRI Enrollment Center.
Why is SENTRI more expensive than global?
The programs are designed for different purposes, function differently internally, and thus have different costs
. For instance, SENTRI was designed specifically for use at the Mexican land border, and most people who have a SENTRI card are U.S. or Mexican citizens who cross this border frequently.
What is the difference between Ready Lane and SENTRI?
Ready Lanes operate from a few ports. Check your nearest ports of entry for hours of operation.
SENTRI and NEXUS lanes are reserved strictly for the use of SENTRI, NEXUS and Global Entry card holders
. All travelers in the vehicle over the age of 16 must have an RFID-enabled card to use the Ready Lane.
What is SENTRI CBP?
The Secure Electronic Network for Travelers Rapid Inspection (SENTRI) is
a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States
.
Why is SENTRI taking so long?
This is due to a “
significant increase in application volume
,” according to CBP. “This means you will continue to receive full benefits for one year while U.S. Customs and Border Protection is finalizing your renewal application.”
Can a SENTRI card be used for I 9 verification?
SENTRI, NEXUS or Global Entry cards are acceptable under List B, number 2 as an ID card issued by a federal agency
.
Can you get SENTRI if you had a DUI?
A SENTRI applicant must not have any penalties, violations, arrests, convictions or pending law enforcement investigations in their backgrounds
. In the case of dismissed charges, certified court records will be required before an application will be considered for the SENTRI program.
What Cannot be brought into us?
Prohibited means the item is forbidden by law to enter the United States. Examples of prohibited items are
dangerous toys, cars that don't protect their occupants in a crash, bush meat, or illegal substances like absinthe and Rohypnol
.
