IAHFLYR From United States of America, joined Jun 2005, 4719 posts, RR: 25 Reply 1, posted (4 months 2 weeks 4 days 20 hours ago) and read 2818 times:
Quoting DFWHeavy (Thread starter): Question: Does anyone know how long it takes to have your application conditionally approved?
I want to say we got our message in like 2-3 days, very very efficient.
Quoting DFWHeavy (Thread starter): Once conditionally approved and an appointment is made, what kind of questions are asked during the interview?
Questions you should know the answer to without any problem, no need to study!!!
Quoting DFWHeavy (Thread starter): Finally, once the interview is complete, how long does it to be accepted into the Global Entry Program and receive your card?
They will require your passport at the interview so when you are finished they can put the Global Entry info on your passport and it should then be active, or you may have to get online to finish, sorry I don't remember. As for the card you'll get in a few weeks, but you don't need that to use the Global Entry kiosks just your passport. The card can be used for NEXUS/Sentri programs at border crossings for Canada and Mexico along with your passport.
Quoting DFWHeavy (Thread starter): Any other thoughts on the matter are greatly appreciated!
Smart move, even if you only fly domestic and are a high level in a FF program it will help with the Pre-Check. Best federal government program in years IMHO.
Any views shared are strictly my own and do not a represent those of any former employer.
xjramper From United States of America, joined Dec 2003, 2345 posts, RR: 52 Reply 2, posted (4 months 2 weeks 4 days 19 hours ago) and read 2783 times:
Quoting IAHFLYR (Reply 1): Smart move, even if you only fly domestic and are a high level in a FF program it will help with the Pre-Check. Best federal government program in years IMHO.
Especially if you are a UAL 1K (maybe 1P) and I think Amex Platinum (generic card) you get your GE fee reimbursed.
Probably one of the best things out there right now.
copter808 From United States of America, joined Dec 2000, 752 posts, RR: 0 Reply 4, posted (4 months 2 weeks 4 days 13 hours ago) and read 2660 times:
Ahh, now you can start timing how long it takes you to get through the Customs Hall--the whole process from entry to exit. Should take from 2 to 3 minutes depending on how fast you walk!!
However, it does NOT speed up baggage claim. But it does get you through Customs faster at most airports!
IAHFLYR From United States of America, joined Jun 2005, 4719 posts, RR: 25 Reply 7, posted (4 months 2 weeks 4 days 2 hours ago) and read 2580 times:
Quoting copter808 (Reply 4): Ahh, now you can start timing how long it takes you to get through the Customs Hall--the whole process from entry to exit. Should take from 2 to 3 minutes depending on how fast you walk!!
IIRC the longest time we've spent was the first time using the kiosk to make sure we did it all correct and to make sure my wife stood on her toes so the camera would get all of her face!! That may have been 2 minutes total.
Quoting copter808 (Reply 4): However, it does NOT speed up baggage claim. But it does get you through Customs faster at most airports!
Easy solution, don't check luggage. Last trip we took was 10 days in Europe all in our roll-a-board and one backpack for the laptop.
Any views shared are strictly my own and do not a represent those of any former employer.
sdak74 From United States of America, joined Mar 2009, 4 posts, RR: 0 Reply 8, posted (4 months 2 weeks 3 days 19 hours ago) and read 2537 times:
I have found that one of the best perks of the Global Entry membership is access to the TSA PreCheck line. I didn't qualify through any one FF program. It make security as appropriately equipped airports slick. No need to take off your shoes, jacket, belt, or remove liquids, gels or your computer from your carry-on. Earlier in the week I was through LAX security in less than 5 minutes while the main security line was a total disaster.
The interview is no big deal. The people at my airport (PHX) were super friendly and helpful. They take your picture have you watch a video (if you so choose) and you are good to go. If recall correctly I got my number right at that time and could put it on my reservations even before I got my card in the mail.
CXfirst From Norway, joined Jan 2007, 2696 posts, RR: 1 Reply 9, posted (4 months 2 weeks 3 days 6 hours ago) and read 2475 times:
Global entry can make things easier overseas as well.
Currently, Australia has a smartgate system for immigration that allows Aus and NZ citizens to quickly get through immigration. At the moment they are trialling it for Global Entry participants, and soon you too will be able to quickly pass immigration in Australia.
copter808 From United States of America, joined Dec 2000, 752 posts, RR: 0 Reply 10, posted (4 months 2 weeks 1 day 23 hours ago) and read 2385 times:
Quoting IAHFLYR (Reply 7): IIRC the longest time we've spent was the first time using the kiosk to make sure we did it all correct and to make sure my wife stood on her toes so the camera would get all of her face!! That may have been 2 minutes total.
Two minutes at IAH might be about right, depending on how fast one walks. If it takes me more than 3 minutes, it's usually because I screwed it up!
aloges From Germany, joined Jan 2006, 8357 posts, RR: 47 Reply 11, posted (4 months 2 weeks 21 hours ago) and read 2315 times:
Does anyone know if/when Germans will be able to apply? I keep reading "talks are making good progress" and such, but never anything tangible. I absolutely adore the equivalent machines at FRA and GE should be just perfect for US immigration.
Walk together, talk together all ye peoples of the earth. Then, and only then, shall ye have peace.
VC10BOAC From United States of America, joined Feb 2004, 389 posts, RR: 0 Reply 12, posted (4 months 2 weeks 20 hours ago) and read 2310 times:
Quoting CXfirst (Reply 9): Currently, Australia has a smartgate system for immigration that allows Aus and NZ citizens to quickly get through immigration. At the moment they are trialling it for Global Entry participants, and soon you too will be able to quickly pass immigration in Australia.
I think it is already in place. I used it to enter Australia in December.
airportugal310 From United States of America, joined Apr 2004, 3065 posts, RR: 2 Reply 15, posted (4 months 1 week 5 days 21 hours ago) and read 2191 times:
Quoting DFWHeavy (Reply 14): Applied on Monday, December 31st... application still pending review. Wish they would hurry up.
The holidays are the worst time to try and get anything done in this world...good luck
DFWHeavy From United States of America, joined Jul 2011, 469 posts, RR: 0 Reply 19, posted (4 months 1 week 3 days 18 hours ago) and read 2096 times:
....... APPROVED (well conditionally)
Now just waiting on the ms. to get approved. Good grief, They are booked solid for some time. I tentatively scheduled interview for March 8th. I'm going to try and do a Walk-in on Jan 22nd when my buddy flies in from London.
DFWHeavy From United States of America, joined Jul 2011, 469 posts, RR: 0 Reply 21, posted (4 months 1 week 3 days 16 hours ago) and read 2084 times:
They technically have a spot February 21st and then a few a the very end of February, but I'm trying to coordinate and go with my girlfriend (we live together) since it's a 45 min drive to DFW. Hopefully she will be approved on Monday and then I can get her scheduled in a slot right next to mine.
I was going to try and walk-in Feb 22nd, but that would be selfish on my part and being the loving and non-selfish significant other I am, I will wait until she can go with me
IAHFLYR From United States of America, joined Jun 2005, 4719 posts, RR: 25 Reply 22, posted (4 months 1 week 3 days 15 hours ago) and read 2081 times:
Quoting DFWHeavy (Reply 21): being the loving and non-selfish significant other I am, I will wait until she can go with me
A wish move similar to my first time getting to the Pre-Check and the Mrs. not getting it, had I gone through Pre-Check alone leaving her in line for screening my axx would have been ground up for the entire trip! A wise move Sir.
Any views shared are strictly my own and do not a represent those of any former employer.
DFWHeavy From United States of America, joined Jul 2011, 469 posts, RR: 0 Reply 24, posted (4 months 2 days 17 hours ago) and read 1818 times:
It took me about a week to 10 days to get conditional approval and then I set up the interview.. Here in Dallas, it takes about 6 weeks go get in... Other locations may not be as long and/or you can try to do an unscheduled Walk-in most people say they have been successful in doing that.
Once interview is done, it has been reported that it is effective almost immediately. If I were you, I'd get a move on it though.
Christopher W Slovacek
25 BE77: Ahhhhhh - stop talking about this in public! Too many people are getting qualified for Global Entry Already! It actually took me a full two minutes to
26 DFWHeavy: I changed my Location yesterday to Houston (IAH) Terminal E inside the terminal. I was able to get in much sooner. I'm now going down on February 16th
28 LAXintl: Why the rush? And need to spend money to get it? Yes I have GE, however would not imagine spending money, or jumping through such hoops simply to get
29 DFWHeavy: Yes, Pappadeaux's Also, I had some credit with United, so I figured it was a good opportunity to be random with the girlfriend and take her down to Ho
30 FlyingSicilian: Do remember though you have to exit security and go to the int'l arrivals hall under Terminal E for the appointment. The train down in the tunnels st
31 DFWHeavy: Well crap.. the Global Entry website needs to be updated. I thought it was in the terminal as it says inside security and a boarding pass is needed. I
32 FlyingSicilian: well, maybe there is a way in after security? It is worth a try. When I went through and exited terminal E, the signs and door were by the Starbucks
33 IAHFLYR: I have never been asked for my card at either IAH or EWR to return to the USA, in fact during the interview we were told to put it in a safe place. A
34 DFWHeavy: Got it... Can't wait to finally have the Global Entry. I just can't believe a government run agency is open on the weekends Now my flights better be o
35 IAHFLYR: Ahhh, but I have lied to you. Pappadeaux's is actually above the area of E2-E4. Where I told you previously would put you in the FoxSports Skybox and
36 DFWHeavy: Oh no biggie.. i know my around terminal E very well... and that's why I was very surprised I had never seen the global entry. but since it is outside
37 BE77: I'm almost due to start the re-application process, so I will ask. It could be one of those details that have changed, perhaps with the inclusion of
38 IAHFLYR: NEXUS was part of the Global Entry when I was approved so I don't think it has changed since last January. I hope you find out that you don't need to
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