TSA PreCheck vs. Global Entry (BEGINNER'S GUIDE) | 2024 Travel Tips
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- TSA Precheck vs. Global Entry. This travel tip video is an in-depth guide to getting through airport security with two U.S. based programs - TSA Precheck and Global Entry.
In this video, I give an overview of both TSA Precheck and Global Entry, and explain how much they cost. I also explain how to get TSA Pre and Global Entry step-by-step.
Chapters:
0:00 TSA Precheck vs. Global Entry
0:41 TSA Precheck Overview
1:31 How Do You Get TSA Precheck?
2:29 TSA Pre Good Things to Know
3:32 Global Entry Overview
4:22 How Do You Get Global Entry?
4:58 Global Entry Good Things to Know
5:41 Which One is Right for You?
8:06 Bonus Tip: How to Get these for FREE
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I decided to get the Global Entry for some upcoming trips. From application to receiving the card took about 4 weeks. I drover three hours North to the DCA and waiting about an hour or so (I got there super early) and when they started the interviewing process it was less than 20 minutes, if that. By the time I walked out the door, I was told I was approved!! I hate taking my shoes off and unpacking my electronics! This feature alone is the reason why I signed up for Global Entry and it's worth the $100.00 for 5 years! Can't wait to use it!
PSA: If you are conditionally approved for Global Entry and your appointment isn't until you get back from your next international trip, you may be able to do your interview at certain airports when you re-enter the US from your next international trip, and don't have to run to catch your next flight. Certain airports have on the spot interviews, and I took advantage of this. They even cancelled my in person interview, which was months away from the date I re-entered the country. You will not be able to rush out of customs and catch the next taxi or shuttle (there were 3 people ahead of me), but I scheduled the shuttle transfer for later, and it was worth it. I used the statement credit, but realistically, $100 is a monthly coffee budget for some people. I don't travel that much, but usually travel internationally and I think it is worth $100, even if I had to pay for it.
I usually only fly a couple times a year, so I'm not sure I will pull the trigger yet. If that ups at all, TSA PreCheck sounds super nice!
I signed up with global entry had an appointment in two weeks. Completed appointment interview, had my card within 6 weeks.
*Pro Tip* In my experience you can carry your Global Entry card, at the TSA pre-check line, give it to the TSA officer instead of your other ID, it is linked to your ticket. They put it into the machine done. Coming back through LAX there was a wireless logo on the kiosk, put down your Global Entry card, the camera takes a picture, the CBP officer calls your name, and tells you Welcome back to the United States. Your in. I do not remember using my passport. I was told by a CBP officer, "your Global Entry card is proof of citizenship", I assume, just for US citizens.
So in my opinion carry and use your Global Entry card. Safe travels and be patient, and spread happiness while you travel. 😎
Global Entry is available to certain nationalities beyond just US.
Extremely clear and to the point!
I have both and it’s been been a awesome!!!
Thanks so much. It just became clear as water. Great explanation
Great video. Very informative, thanks
Great video! Gonna use our United Card to get Global Entry!
I live in Michigan and have Nexus. It's get's you both GE and TSA and the short line to drive to Canada. Plus it's $50 for 5 years. You just need to live near the border.
Thanks!
This was an incredibly easy experience. I applied for Global Entry on 5/1/24 at 3:35am. I was conditionally approved on 5/2/24. I immediately looked for an appointment to have the interview and there was an appointment on 5/3/24 at the Global Entry center at Orlando International Airport. But since the walk from the garage was very long, I checked Sanford Airport and they had an appointment on 5/10/24. I arrived early and they took me a few minutes early. My “interview” took 7 minutes. Just confirmed my name, address, place of work and my countries of visit since 2019. My fingerprints were taken and the officer gave me my KTN. By the time I got back my car I got an email and was approved. I was shocked at how easy and fast the entire experience was from beginning to end.
I know this is totally random, but we have the same name. We're so basic.
Added bonus tip: some employers will cover the cost of TSA-pre as well if travel is required for your job.
Great tip!
Other bonus tip, if you already have a TWIC (transportation worker identification credential), then TSA precheck is already included as a perk. The only difference is you would use your TWIC CIN number, on the back of your TWIC card, in the KTN field on your reservation online. Or you could have the airline personnel add it for you at the airport so it’s on your boarding pass.
I have Pre check but the scanner did not like my belt and I had to take it off for my last trip, not a big deal. I'm now looking at other belts so I don't have to bother. Thanks for this video, going to sign up for Global Entry. Note about people not sure if its worth it for even pre check, at a small airport like mine its not needed, but if you're flying through O'Hare or a big airport their security lines get staggeringly long and I would def get pre check.
Last month at Lga they shot the normal pre-check laying down for some reason it was like 25 minutes when it was normally like 5 min .. when we had to go to the general screening line, but showed your ticket and was given a paper to keep your shoes on.
A short comment on the Global Entry card, those are only given to US citizens and permanent residents. Foreign nationals do NOT receive that card, only the KTN / PASSID.
Also, most airlines will allow you to add your KTN number after you've made your reservations. I.e., I booked my next flight to the US in late December, but at the time hadn't done my Global Entry interview yet. I managed to do an interview just 4 days ago and after being fully approved added my KTN to my booking information. So, if you don't have your KTN handy when booking a flight, you can usually add it on later.
Your epic thanks
Hi, I heard when you go through the global entry security line that you don’t need to take out your laptop, take off shoes and belt, or items(snacks) in your backpack or carry on even. That is super convenient and would be worth it to get global entry or tsa precheck. Thanks
can you get tsa pre check first and add on/upgrade to global entry later on? if so , would it be the full $100 to upgrade?
I just got my approval for TSA Precheck after 57 days. I can't believe it took so long and I think I only got approved because I finally got someone on the phone after almost 2 months. She pushed it through I guess
With Global Entry, do you have access to TSA Pre-check even if you’re traveling domestically? We were about to get pre-check, but may cancel it to get Global….
I applied for Global Entry, went to my interview 2 days later, & got approved the same day as the interview. I don’t know if living in NYC sped up the process or not.
I get TSA pre check with my global entry card.
I recently applied for Global, and they need a current passport as well. I was renewing my passport, so I can't apply for Global until my new passport comes.
had a global entry card with fam traveling from iah to dxb but those tsa guys told us to remove our shoes and put our laptops on the racks !!! which doesn make sense they why the heck we paid this much or am i missing something to avoid this !!
Helpful video. Question: If you already have TSA Pre, and you apply for Global Entry, what happens to your existing Known Traveler Number while applying for and after receiving Global Entry?
These are two separate numbers!
So can you use your TSA Pre for a domestic flight while waiting for your GE interview?
Do family qualify for both? Like if I applied do my wife and kids have to apply separately?
do you still get interviewed at the airport when you have global entry?
Thx for sharing the approval timeline with Global entry. Is pre-check still approved under one month when signing up for Global entry although I have to wait for 6-12 months for global?
Things have calmed down quite a bit - I'd try for Global Entry if you want it
My global entry application took 13 MONTHS to get (conditionally) approved. I have no idea why it took this long, my record is squeaky clean. Just something to keep in mind when considering to apply.
YIKES. Yeah I’ve heard they’re taking forever
@@awaytogether The funny part is that I applied together with my partner, who was approved within a few weeks! It seems random to me.
I love your content btw! Thanks for responding!
Took me about a month for everything
If I already have TSA PreCheck, do I get a discount off of the $100 Global Entry Fee?
No, unfortunately not. :/
Would have loved Global to allow kids with you
They dropped the price for Pre down to $78 for 5 years!
Veterans that are 100% disabled are supposed to get free pre-check but nobody knows how to do it. When you ask about it at the interview they don't know what you're talking about but tell you about signing up for a credit card that has an annual membership fee of $100 or more. WTF?
This completely overlooks global entry on arrival.
Thanks for pointing that out, Jacob! Do you have experience with Global Entry on Arrival?
Why would you judge TSA Precheck vs. Global Entry based on whether or not you have a trip booked? Makes no sense. If you travel internationally even a few times in the 5 year time frame it makes total sense to go global entry IMO. The drawback with Global Entry is the enrollment sites.