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@walterramirez3287

3 ай бұрын

We just came back from Spain and have Global entry. All we did was follow the global entry line, look at the camera, continue to the window where they asked me my name, and they said”have a good night” I didn’t have to pull my passport out.

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

@@walterramirez3287 Amazing!

My husband and I also have global entry (which includes TSA precheck). So much easier for us seniors

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Agreed! I may do another episode about Global Entry.

@jeanier7185

6 ай бұрын

I can’t wait to get mine!

@ajs11201

5 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn I would appreciate that. If I may pepper a question: for those of us who already have TSA precheck, is there a simplified way to convert to Global Entry? I realize that for someone starting without either, there's the full review and interview process. But since I've already some of those steps, is it more streamlined to convert? That would be great to see in your video on the subject. Thanks.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

@@ajs11201 I'm not sure about that - it's a great question!

@Undecided0

5 ай бұрын

@@ajs11201You can convert. You still have to pay $100 & dollars the interview. Also Global Entry is more strict than TSA Pre Check when it comes to criminal history & driving record. My friend couldn’t get it, because he had a lot of tickets for speeding.

I have TSA precheck. However, my husband, who rarely travels, does not. We took a flight last year for medical procedures that i needed to use a wheelchair at both International Airports. One of the two airports let him as my helper go thru precheck like he had it. One made us use standard check-in. Every airport is different.

@NoraDunn

9 күн бұрын

Interesting - thanks for the intel!

We flew into Denver from LHR 2:55 on 22nd June 2023 .12 to 14 kiosks on TSA precheck on entry. 2 for non prechecked travellers. It took nearly 2 and half hours to clear TSA. We booked in our baggage to fly onwards to Anchorage. Arriving at the TSA for boarding even worse with only one booth open for non Precheck travellers. We never moved for an hour when a US gent and another US family launched into a vitriolic verbal assault on a passing TSA employee. By this time the hall was nearly empty for prechecked. Eventually they opened 3 more kiosks for non prechecked fliers and cleared a queue 40 yards long in half an hour. So it took over 4 hours due to not prechecking. And no will to provide adequate service for ordinary travellers. To make matters worse our flight was cancelled about 15 minutes before boarding due to a tornado in the locality. Another 3 and a half hours in a queue for tickets for travel the next day. So to recap we landed at Denver at4pm approx and got a cab to a hotel at 12.30 next day. Tiring day for 2 over 70's.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

I'm sorry that happened to you. Travel days can sometimes go awry like this.

Hi Nora, I just got TSA precheck, and it was really quick and easy. I also got Global Entry, as it was only $22 more, and can save time when you're coming back to the US. And both are good for five years!

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Awesome, Donna! Global Entry is a good one too.

I have used it for years. It is great to alleviate my anxiety. It feels just like before 2001.

Global entry gets you TSA Precheck included. It's about $100 and had a more in-depth interview and takes longer, but makes coming back into the US much easier. I've gone to smaller airports that don't have TSA Precheck and they usually hand me a little card that allows me to keep on my shoes and keep my electronics and liquids in my bag. Granted, the line is about 3 people deep, so not a big deal, but they do work with it.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Interesting about the little card!

@ajs11201

5 ай бұрын

Yes, I've had that same experience in a couple airports as well. In fact, at one of them, they actually had a TSA Precheck process, but they informed me that when I was there, the precheck line was closed, so they gave me a colored, laminated card to present to the agent, and I was routed through a magnetometer instead of the full body scanner.

If you plan to travel outside the US, I recommend Global Entry. Is $25 dollars more but include TSA precheck. The guy conducting the interview told me not to get in the customs line, just to go to the Global entry line and just look at the camera and continue walking. TSA pre is $75 Global entry is $100

@laurenstevens0915

6 ай бұрын

Very cool! I have my GE interview appointment scheduled for next month. I'm traveling a ton over the next 12 months, both domestically and internationally, so I figured GE would be worth it.

@walterramirez3287

6 ай бұрын

The appointment for the interview took almost 2 months so do it well ahead of time. The interview was 5 minutes long and was just personal questions like all the info you already provided. We received the card like 10 days after the interview. Good luck and happy travels.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info, Walter! Sounds very worthwhile.

@walterramirez3287

6 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn Thank you for all the info you provide others to make their trips easy and enjoyable.

@ivettemartinez-sx9hq

3 ай бұрын

We have Global Entry and just got back from Spain and it was so easy with no problems and quick.

It has made retirement flying so much easier. Also, if you are going to do even 1 international trip, go ahead and add global entry for only $15 more. Makes like much easier on return flights into the US.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Great suggestion!

I went in for my TSA PreCheck appointment last Friday, all I had to do was submit my fingerprints, get my picture taken, and my identification documents processed. And two days later I was approved and issued my known traveler number. The timing couldn’t have been better as I will be traveling to Seattle in two weeks. It will be a welcome change for me as I will look forward to going through security a lot faster than ever.

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

Awesome!

Hello, I got my pre-check last fall. Finally about to crack it open today as the busy travel season for work begins. I have about 15 travel dates over the next 2 months at various airports throughout the country. I’ll be sure to provide updates throughout my travels. Thanks @nora, Safe travels to all 👍🏽

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Awesome - happy travels!

Thank you for the information! This was the most informative TSA pre video I have seen here on KZread!

@NoraDunn

Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

All killer, no filler. Great viddyer, Nora!

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Ha ha - thank you! :-)

I use disability services for TSA and airport security in EU. Though in this means I go through the system easier, I still have to follow the rules of removing liquids and electronics. My shoes, by habit I take them off but in CPH, I was told I did not have to do this. I did with autism get flagged for a pat down, and had to bear it, my disability service person did not catch the security agent in time to warn them. The person assisting me kept asking me if I was alright afterwards, and I told her not to worry about it. I think US airports can learn from CPH airport about disability services, we stay mostly out of the general population in a quiet area of the airport before being taken to our flight. PDX just put in a sensory room, but it is a playground of sensory things and for autistic kids, which can overstimulating. Not well thought out, probably moms thought it was a great idea, autistic designers would have made it better.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I was unaware there are separate lineups and areas for people with disabilities.

@Stormbrise

6 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn sometimes I can be a wait also. There is no separate lines, we get shuffled into the shortest line. It is not Precheck or anything

I have both global entry and TSA Precheck. Saved me several times from missing my flight! 😊

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Awesome!

@AcCeSsDeNiEd65

Ай бұрын

The global entry program says it comes with tsa precheck? Do you need to sign up for both programs separately?

Thanks for the info; I made an appointment for TSA Pre Check tomorrow! :)

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

Woohoo!

Thank you. Very informative!

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

My husband and I only recently began flying regularly to our destinations. Being “of a certain age “, I wanted to make our airport experiences as painless and stress free as possible, so we enrolled in TSAPrecheck. It has made us more comfortable in unfamiliar airports, and well worth the cost.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

That's great!

Best video I've seen on this subject

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

We have Global Entry with KTN. We were most recently offered Digital ID TSA check in when we downloaded our flight passes for a flight on Delta from LGA. It was amazing! The line was only a handful of people and all that is required is that you permit the TSA agent to take your photo with facial recognition. You don't even have to show any physical ID. Incredibly fast! So this will be the next option for travelers as the technology is rolled out.

@rhondillon5056

6 ай бұрын

What is KTN pls?

@Art-cq1zy

6 ай бұрын

@@rhondillon5056 Known Traveler Number

@don_werb_9798

6 ай бұрын

Known Traveler Number. The above video discusses how to obtain one for TSA Precheck

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Awesome, Don!

@martypiraino8721

2 ай бұрын

I actually just commented on the digital ID thing myself, though the TSA stand I was at when departing Phoenix Sky Harbor on my last trip out at Christmas said he wasn't equipped for it, he still looked at my physical ID had me scan my boarding pass and did take my photo for facial recognition.

Great tips as always Nora!

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Global Entry has been a game changer for us. Somewhat difficult to get but so worth it when re-entering the US. And it includes PreCheck.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

I agree!

TSA pre-check as a godsend it’s quick and easy it’s a time saver .

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Agreed!

Got my pre check two weeks ago, having an uncommon name had my approval back in 24 hours. I’m traveling next week and can’t wait to use it.

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Woohoo!

I just recently got TSA PreCheck and was able to just breeze through with no issues. Before this I would get a pat down almost every time I flew. I love the ease that the TSA PreCheck gave me.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Nice!

@garyausten5939

4 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn I'm waiting for my KTN. Whenever I go on a tour, I end up holding up everyone at the airport because of my insulin pump and Glucose monitor can't go through a Xray or scanner (according to the mfr.) hopefully this will at least make US departures easier. Had huge problems in Egypt and Jordan, where they were, can I say "anal-retentive"? Even had some insulin needles confiscated - "sharp items" I was pissed off! Fortunately I had some spares of a different style, but it was a real pain tot try to se them. I was thinking about Global Entry, but since the waiting period is in the months instead of days, I thought I'd try this first. New CG< is good, but I'll still have to have the pump wiped down by itself, I think.

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

@@garyausten5939 Too bad about the confiscations! That's serious stuff, to have those items taken away. Thankfully you had an alternative (albeit not as good).

@garyausten5939

4 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn Some agents also, at different spots, took a pliers I used to remove the needles from my infusion sets before recycling them, and broke the little fingernail cleaning piece off my clippers. What does one have to do these days...?!? If John Wick can kill 3 guys at a bar with a pencil, I guess anything can be dangerous!

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

@@garyausten5939 😂

So glad I watched this. We were looking into getting the TS Precheck.. We live in NY but fly out of Canada to the UK..

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

TSA PreCheck might not be so useful for you if you drive across the border to fly to the UK. But if you fly to Canada (then on to the UK), then TSA PreCheck can help for the US departure.

@user-yl6yj2cf4f

5 ай бұрын

If you live that close to a border, I would look into Nexus

I recently had an experience with TSA PreCheck that was not at fun. Following a recent ankle surgery, I was traveling with a walking boot on my right leg. In both PDX leaving and LIH returning I was pulled aside and asked to remove the walking boot, which was then scanned and wiped down and checked for explosive residue. I was only partially weight-bearing with the walking boot on. After informing the TSA agent of this no accommodation was made for my abillity to stand or walk. Apparently, this is Standard operating procedure for walking boots.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Oh dear - that's a shame.

@MrRSKC

Ай бұрын

No that is NOT SOP for walking boots, you are never required to remove ANY Medical Device ... everybody has a fantasy story they like to tell about TSA.

@jayasmrmore3687

Ай бұрын

Do you have a note for why you have the boot

I have Global Entry, includes TSA-precheck. Aside from the convenience pre-check (typically).provides, it's free with many travel credit cards.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Yes! Great tip.

Good to know, thank you!

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

No problem!

Nice, thank you.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

You're welcome.

Great review. In addition to PreCheck, I have Clear, which could also benefit your audience. Clear skips to the front of the PreCheck line.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Nice! How hard was it to get Clear?

Yes idk I know not at all the centers but that was closest place for me to go or was on list of places rather than I was given online to go get it done

We reviewed TSA Pre-check vs Global Entry and since we travel internationally we decided that having Global Entry made since it streamlines when coming back into the country. Though we have the TSA Pre-check, now that my husband has a knee replacement, he gets body scanned every time, slower than pre-knee surgery but faster than regular security checks.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Good call on Global Entry. And yep - knee replacements and such may require some additional attention, but it's still usually faster overall.

When we traveledfrom Seattle to Denver 4 days before TSA lines were almost as long as the general ones. I had TSA PRE check. Used to be you'd get that designation on the other person's boarding pass as long as the purchaser of the tickets had it. Not anymore. You have to buy it for each person. Plan to look into Global.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Yes, Global Entry is good for Americans coming back into the US. I believe Clear give you a faster or more upgraded experience to TSA PreCheck.

Well explained 👏 👌 thanks

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

I will be flying through Amsterdam on my way to Scotland in a couple of weeks. I am elderly and have trouble sometimes with shoe removal so it is nice to know about that airport.

@NoraDunn

4 күн бұрын

Have fun!

I am getting Global Entry. I am from the Netherlands so I'll need to do the Enrollment on Arrival thingy but that also includes TSA Pre. So YAY me! I fly AT LEAST once a year to the US because of love so definitely worth it.

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Yay!

Just got precheck for BOS to LGW. It was worth it. No shoe removal, breezed through security and was in the airport restaurant 15 mins after i walked in, I couldn't believe however how desolate the airport was and this was on a Saturday this past Dec. and BOS but it was terminal C as opposed to E which is international and always a zoo. I've thought of global entry, maybe some day. it seems like Europe/UK has it's act together w/security and processing people (and are nicer) than here.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience!

It does make traveling more pleasant with speedy security lines.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Totally!

Thank you again for giving the T.S.A. a break. Most times the crticism is born out of plain ignorance of the passengers (including how much the screeners get paid for a job that often times is performed in a highly toxic atmosphere).

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Exactly. Thanks for the support!

I got my TSA pre check fingerprints and background check done at HnR block tax center in Michigan area so they do them there also 86 dollars

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Interesting!

I appreciate your defense of the TSA. For the most part, they work hard and get insults and jeers in return. It's a thankless job. That said, at some airports, I have resolved myself to have a more discourteous experience than at others. Precheck is a godsend if only to speed through those few airports; however, it's good at all domestic airports, as you've already said. One other comment that I'll offer about precheck is that, even though I'm a far cry from a conspiracy theorist, I'll admit that I don't fully trust the safety of the imaging systems used at the airports, especially since I've been diagnosed with cancer (no connection, but still a consideration). With precheck, passengers go through a mag instead of the scatter box, and I feel much safer for that experience.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

I'm glad you have PreCheck now!

You should write for the TSA website. You answered my ?s on how long it takes for TSA to process and if you have Global Entry you don't need TSA.

@NoraDunn

Ай бұрын

Thanks Joan! Glad I could help.

Great video, thanks! I wonder why you did not mention Global Entry, which includes TSA Precheck at only a slightly higher price. Might be worth clarifying in a future video that touches on both programs. Thanks again for this great summary!

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback!

I am enrolled in TSA precheck but I miss the easy travel days before 9/11!!!

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

True.

@SatelliteGalaxy

2 ай бұрын

I really liked Australia. There was no security check at all. I asked about this and they said that they keep the crazy people out of the entire country.

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

@@SatelliteGalaxy LOL!

@jayasmrmore3687

Ай бұрын

@@NoraDunnso with TSA Precheck are you still limited to 100 mL of liquids or any limits in amount of liquid?

@NoraDunn

Ай бұрын

@@jayasmrmore3687 It still depends on the airport. In many cases, limits are still in place.

When I saw TSA Precheck come out and what it offered, I was like "Sign me UP!" Weirdly, DFW, my "home" airport, didn't have a processing center. No, it was in Lawton, Oklahoma, a little truck rental place that happened to double as a ID check and interview location. Really? Yeah, it was pretty funny, but I got Precheck in 2014. Upgraded to Global Entry in 2018. Weirdly, my TSA Precheck expired in 2019, but because I have Global Entry now, it includes Precheck. Well worth the cheap cost!! But sometimes....there isn't Precheck. Some airports only offer TSA Precheck during certain hours. in SFO, it's 8 am on Sundays....great, but not if you have a 7 am flight. Yeah, get in the cattle line. And some airports, TSA Precheck doesn't mean anything, there is a "special" line, but they still make you take off your shoes, take out your laptop and do all the other things you supposedly didn't need to. As I found out, this was just a TSA employee who was annoyed and decided to take it out on the customers. Do NOT ever argue with a TSA Agent...you won't win. LOL But...for 99%+, it's great and I'll keep using it.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the intel! I've also been through those TSA lineups that still made me do al the regular security screening things. But when there IS a legit lineup (that's open), it's a time-saver.

Got reimbursed for my TSA pre check when I got a Capital One Venture credit card. Made the yearly fee not so bad.

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

Nice!

@pocketsizeddb

4 ай бұрын

How so??

I just went to the El Paso Border Entry location with my conditional approval for Global Entry which includes TSA pre-check and the whole thing took about 15 minutes (including waiting a few minutes to go in)...I was shocked when the agent told me I was approved and would will get my card in 1-2 weeks!

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

That's awesome!

Most travelers DO NOT have TSA Precheck which makes it even more convenient! But if you plan on any foreign travel get Global Entry.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Absolutely.

@Grazilla52

2 ай бұрын

It’s a complete game changer!

Nora, you didn't mention the dreaded ZZZZZ that appears on the boarding pass instead of TSA PreCheck. That is an automatic search. Recently I flew a domestic flight, I had TSA PreCheck on my boarding pass, but when I got to the TSA Employee checking ID/Boarding Passes, I was informed I was "the lucky passenger today and was selected for additional screening". Not the first time that has happened to me and probably won't be the last. While waiting at the gate I realized I needed to go back to the car. When I returned to the TSA PreCheck lane I was again informed that I was "the lucky passenger today selected for additional screening. My wife stayed at the gate so I had no bags, only my boarding pass and ID. From this I realized that there must be a code embedded in the boarding pass to be selected as "the lucky passenger today". I am a frequent flyer with 2M miles.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Oh no! I've heard of the SSSS but not ZZZZ. That's awful. "Lucky Passenger" - HA!

@MrRSKC

Ай бұрын

Try again .... if you have SSSS on your boarding pass you will NOT have Pre Check on it as well ... oh the stories

TSA Precheck & TSA Clear Precheck are two separate things, I’ve seen at multiple airports precheck be closed but clear is open like they are trying to push more sales for that. Kind of useless if the precheck line is continuously shut down but the clear is not

@MrRSKC

Ай бұрын

No such thing as "TSA Clear Pre Check" ... Clear is Clear

Another tip, if you have an American Express Card (I think Gold or Platinum), they will give you a credit or refund for the cost of TSA PreCheck or Global Entry. Also, if you have Global Entry, you automatically have TSA PreCheck.

@notallwhowanderarelost4797

6 ай бұрын

Some other premium travel-oriented credit cards too.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Absolutely! Great tip.

I've traveled around the world. Other countries have a better system in terms of speed. HOWEVER, certain countries make holders of certain passport countries not only take out devices, but boot them up too. I was a few passports get absolutely hammered at security in other countries.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Wow - that's interesting (and sad). Do you remember where that happened and what passports were being targeted?

Not exactly the same, but in a lot of airports, the TSAPrecheck lane is the same lane that passengers with priorty boarding and frequent flier status use. ...so first/business class seats or higher airline loyalty status will give you access to the tsa lane with no lineup. Your boarding pass will say so and the sign at the lane entrance will list what each airline calls it.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

I have occasionally seen this as well. Well spotted!

I have a question regarding bringing back Tequila from Cancun for friends who have requested a specific brand they cannot get in the USA. United Airlines has a section under their 'fragile items' disclaimer stating that alcohol can be put into a carryon bag. I have a flight from Cancun to Houston, then catching a connecting flight from Houston to my hometown. Will my booze make it through screening for the connecting flight?

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Ooh, that's a good question - so good I have no idea how to answer! Personally I wouldn't want to risk it. But if both of your flights are with United and you screenshot the disclaimer (and you're prepared for a polite debate with security about it), then hopefully you'll be fine???

One thing about TSA precheck is a lot of these lines do not have bins for the afterthought items that they tell you to send through the scanner after your bag has started through the scanner. I try to place all items in my quick access pack for all items I need on the plane bu some times TSA deems you need to take off your shoes. I saw this on my last trip to Japan. All TSA people are not on the same page.

@NoraDunn

25 күн бұрын

Agreed.

The reason why you need to take your shoes off and take stuff out of your bag is purely down to the scanners in use. Older scanners can get confused more easily. Newer scanners can detect things better and hence don't flag them up as needing to be checked. AMS has all new scanners. I don't think there is any old scanner left. So yeah, security there is a little bit easier. Granted, if you wear high boots then you'll still need to take those off.

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info!

If you travel even a few times a year, TSA PreCheck is worth it. Have you done any research into Global Entry? It includes PreCheck and allows easy re-entry back into the US after international travel. I've just signed up and am awaiting my return from Australia to finish the process. We have friends who have it and it makes re-entry quick and easy.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Yes I hear Global Entry is also great for US citizens who travel internationally frequently. I am Canadian and have Nexus.

I think Pre-Check will be around for quite a while. I just got it and plan to use it often.

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

Ha ha! Thanks for the feedback. You can also slow down the playback by hitting the settings button (the gear icon).

@PacView534

3 ай бұрын

Out of curiosity, what kind of camera do you use to make your videos? They always seem polished and well-made.

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

@@PacView534 Thanks! I just use my phone. :-)

It's worth just getting Global Entry only because it uses TSA Precheck also. You get a 2 for 1 with the Global Entry Card. 🙂👍

@NoraDunn

Ай бұрын

Absolutely!

Oh man! After a year and 9 months I finally got my global pass last month. I was so excited that my next trip I'd be able to use the TSA pre-check line! 😮 Denver, Colorado just put in those brand new units you were talking about. Of course I've got to go through the new stuff! My two travel buddies are just signing up for Global Pass so they won't have it by June so we can all go through the new stuff together! I can hardly wait as some of my guests that I drive to and from the airport say that they are fantastic! Currently they are only on level 6 on the west side of the airport. They will eventually get stuff on the east side as they continue with their airport improvements.

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

Ha ha - have fun with the new machines! :-)

Eh, I prefer playing security line roulette, arriving late and risking missing my flight due to unforeseen long lines and a secondary inspection of my bags and self. Way more fun! 🤣 Seriously though, I don't fly enough for this to be worth it for me, and when I do fly it's almost always internationally so this wouldn't be of much use to me. Plus, I've always wondered how they make sure that potential violators don't get PreCheck to try to exploit it to do harm or get away with things you're not allowed to do on flights? Or do the same procedures still apply and PreCheck is basically just a way for frequent and/or affluent fliers to pay to get on a much shorter security line?

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Great question. I can't say for sure, but perhaps it's a bit of both. There's a background check so presumably serious deviants won't be accepted. But also the TSA lineups may use better technology, and also I've no doubt it's partly a cash-grab too.

Nothing better than entering the USA with my global pass after a 13 hour flight from Asia. I fly into a special line like a vip without my passport. Yes they have my personal background. But my hospital has my DNA, and all apps on my phone can view and listen to me anytime also. Anyway, it's a win for me.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Nice! But...you still travel with your passport, yes?

@watersbey25

6 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn Yes of course. The kiosk face scans my face, my passport is not needed. There are ethical reasons for not enrolling in Global entry. It's giving a tremendous amount of personal nformation about your private life to the government. Enrolling into global entry may be encouraging loss of privacy to others. But life is short. I'll take this travelers edge.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

@@watersbey25 I do agree, there's a degree of privacy traded in for the ease of travel with these programs.

FYI: Our Application Interview process also includes biometric info capture ( facial recognition ).

@NoraDunn

7 күн бұрын

Good to know!

My husband and I have Precheck and CLEAR. No lines to check ID or Boarding pass before going through to carry-on scan

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Nice!

do you still have to go through the full body scanner or the wand when you have tsa pre-check ?

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

Usually, yes.

I have TSA Pre✅. My local airport is a breeze. It does have new screening machines. Denver was horrible. TSA Pre✅ line was longer than normal screening line which my colleague used. I had to take everything off and out to get through. Sigh.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Yep - I've had that happen too. Crazy!

Hello, thank you for posting this video, super helpful indeed. Now we have an upcoming appointment for a background check at our local location. Now one of us can't locate or birth certificate, would you know if they would accept Social Security card and license?

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

I can't say for sure. They will have a list of eligible documents you can use.

@pamackerman5423

3 ай бұрын

@NoraDunn thank you! Took care of it yesterday, all set. Just waiting for our "K #".

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

@@pamackerman5423 Woohoo!

O it's because there partnered with a company called identago so HnR block does them but runs them through the other service but they do still do them for 86 bucks I figured I'd call so I can relay correct info on this turnaround time is about 2 weeks

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Nice!

Do you have a video on Global Entry for those returning back to the US? I would guess these are two separate, and incompatible, systems. In other words, PreCheck does not help when returning to the US from abroad? Can the PreCheck system be used when driving over the northern US boarder into Canada (or returning)? Would a Nexus pass work for PreCheck?

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

You're right in that PreCheck doesn't help with the customs/immigration process; only airport security in US airports. But if you apply for Global Entry, you automatically get TSA PreCheck as well. Nexus is also for crossing borders rather than clearing airport security, but again, if you apply for Nexus, you'll automatically get TSA PreCheck.

@dkalata

2 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn thank you, Nora! I appreciate the clarification!

Can I bring full size skin care and shampoo/conditioner in my check in bag?

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Yes you can!

I have a questions I just did the application for TSA pre check. Since I already purchased my ticket to my destination can I still use TSA pre check?

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Yes! You just add your KTN to your flight details on the "manage booking" page, and/or add it when you check in online.

Even with TSA Precheck I have to go through the X-ray scanner because of a joint replacement...took longer than going through the regular line.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Aw, that sucks.

@SatelliteGalaxy

2 ай бұрын

That is common. Just use the regular line. You don't have to use the pre-check if you don't want to.

@MrRSKC

Ай бұрын

They made you lay down on the Xray belt with your carry on and go through the xray ????? That's the only Xray at the check point.

It is a game changer only if TSA DOES THEIR JOB CORRECTLY.

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

True.

@MrRSKC

Ай бұрын

And how do you know what is the correct way for TSA to do their job ? Please tell

I have a commercial drivers license with a hazardous materials endorsement. Automatic TSA precheck. License number is trusted traveler number.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Nice!

Sounds like someone has some misunderstanding that with tsa precheck, you can bring anything that you into the airport even a gun. Of course they are going to check you again if the scan find something unusual

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Of course!

So, what do you have to do, wait while your 12 year old stands in line through regular TSA.

what's the difference between the $85 and the $75 TSA PreCheck? also if i get a global precheck with Tsa precheck, am i allow to go in the tsa precheck line?

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

It's just two different companies who do the administration - no difference in the TSA PreCheck itself. You might find that one company has an interview center closer to where you are. And Global Entry includes TSA Precheck, yes!

Hello we are doing tsa pre check tomorrow in person appointments does my wife need to Bring our marriage certificate? We’ve been married for almost 15yrs. Wasn’t sure if they need that. As well as her ID, birth certificate, and ssn card.

@NoraDunn

9 күн бұрын

I'm not sure - did they say to bring a marriage certificate? I don't imagine it's necessary unless there's a discrepancy with the names on her various pieces of ID. If you're concerned, then bring it anyway. Better safe than sorry.

How would precheck work for prescription meds and internal medical devices? I think I've mentioned this while commenting on one of your previous videos, but I'm on meds for bipolar. And I have two surgical steel soft tissue anchors in my right heel from Achilles heel spur removal surgery. I'm Andrew. I don't have it yet. But I do plan to travel a bit. So I'm considering getting it.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

I think you'll be fine, but I can't say for sure. TSA PreCheck is more about being able to leave your laptop and liquids in your bag. You may need to undergo some additional inspections for the steel in your heel, but maybe not. Always good to let them know in advance. As for the meds, no problem - TSA doesn't tend to scrutinize prescriptions unless they violate liquids restrictions.

@darlenesuarez7542

3 ай бұрын

TSA may require to manual check on you for the surgical steel, I think it depends on what type of metal there are some that don't register. My husband wears a foot brace for a disability, and that's what they normally do to him since he can't walk if he takes it off. He also had neck fusion so he has metal there too.

@abkeener81

3 ай бұрын

@@darlenesuarez7542 Thanks 🙏☺. I'll be sure to allow more time for that.

I have flown 3 times, 2 times the TSA precheck has been closed. Once because it was early, another because it closed at 8p.m. Yes, these were big airports so I'm not sure I'm getting what I paid for....

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

That's too bad. Good thing your TSA PreCheck is good for 5 years. Hopefully you'll get more chances to use it!

@SatelliteGalaxy

2 ай бұрын

So the government can add your fingerprints to their database. Hopefully, no real criminal has fingerprints similar to yours.

With the new high tech TSA scanners that have been installed at so many major US airports, you no longer need to take out your electronics, liquids, etc. for regular TSA security lines. You still do have to remove shoes, belts, jewelry, but that's it. So TSA Pre-Check doesn't offer much benefit at those airports. And at least at airports in my area (Southeast Florida), the TSA Pre-Check lines can be just as long as the regular lines because everyone around here seems to have Pre-Check.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Yes, I do point out in the video that as technology increases, TSA will become less and less relevant/necessary. And yes - occasionally I see the TSA lineups are equally as long if not longer than the "regular" lineups.

@neresq

6 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn Yes, I watched whole video and know you addressed it - very well. But figured I'd comment for those who may have shorter attention spans. LOL.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

@@neresq Ha ha - fair play!

I may have missed this in the video. When applying, are there any downsides to using a driver’s license as opposed to a passport?

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

Great question! And no, I don't believe it makes a difference what kind of ID you use - as long as it's listed as an acceptable form of ID.

@anthonyonthemove

3 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunnThank you. I have a passport, but was wondering.

Have heard that this becoming so popular, sometimes the PreCheck lines are longer than the regular TSA line … so taking longer.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Yuck! My hope is they will keep expanding TSA lines as the number of people with TSA PreCheck increases.

How do you get global entry with tsa precheck included?

@NoraDunn

Ай бұрын

I believe TSA PreCheck is automatically included with Global Entry.

Nora thank you for all your tips, my question is I have my tsa precheck and hubby's is still in process we leave for rome out of miami this month he is disabled that cannot stand in line for long will he be in the same line as me or in another line hopefully his gets approved before we leave, thank you

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Unfortunately if he doesn't have TSA Pre-Check I don't believe he will be able to join you in your lineup. However as a disabled person, he can utilize airport assistance to help him get through. If I'm not mistaken, airport-assisted disabled people get to skip the line (or they get to go through a different line).

@ORLANDO-SUSY

2 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn thank you nora i contacted the airline and tsa cares as well

@ORLANDO-SUSY

2 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn tryng to figure out the weight in ounds for both of us for carry on and back pack for ita airways

Americans can get Nexus cards too, not just Canadians. They include Global Entry, which includes TSA Pre Check, and actually cost less than either (if you don’t count the cost of a trip to Canada to get interviewed, lol). But I’d still recommend just getting Global Entry to most people because for Nexus you have to have in-person interviews with both US and Canadian officials. Canadians have to go through Nexus to get Global Entry, but over a dozen other nationalities can apply for Global Entry through the Trusted Traveler program.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@gordokroeker8397

6 ай бұрын

I just renewed my Nexus card, the procedure is a little different now. I had an interview with Canadian officials, took maybe 10 minutes. Now the next time I fly to the US I have to tell US customs that I need to have my US interview, I was advised to leave an extra hour for this process. Having the Nexus card has saved me a lot of time, last time I flew from Calgary, there was a line of maybe 50 people versus zero in the Nexus line. at a cost of $50 for 5 years it's a no brainer for me.

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

@@gordokroeker8397 I got my first Nexus card last year (because of the pandemic, my application was 4 YEARS in the making! LOL) So I had to do the 2-stage interview process as well. I tried twice to do the US interview whilst flying outbound; the first time the lineup was 3 hours long, so I had to wait until the next time I was flying to the US (that lineup was more like 35 mins). That was in Toronto airport last May so maybe the process is better streamlined now / elsewhere.

@notallwhowanderarelost4797

6 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn Me too!! I first applied and got my “conditional approval” in 2019, finally got my interviews in 2023, and my card arrived in the mail just after my last trip passing through Canada last July (with some extremely frustrating bits in between 😆) I was angry when I got a notice saying my application was cancelled because the 2 year limit had passed, even though interviews still hadn’t opened back up. They never did send any message saying it wasn’t really cancelled and I couldn’t find anything on the website about applications being extended. But eventually I tried to apply again and it wouldn’t let me, so I hoped that meant my application hadn’t really been cancelled. I had always hoped to do my interviews in airports like you two did, but that never worked out for me. When interviews first opened back up I made an appointment to interview at the border and the first one I could get was at least 9 months away. At one point, I had an overnight flight that included a long layover in Toronto. I hoped 🤞 to get interviewed there but wasn’t able to even get a clue as to when airport interviews might start back up, despite four separate conversations before, during, and after the hour or more I spent in the hot stuffy customs line in between having to give up my water to go through security again and the next access to plumbing out past customs. The Canadians told me to talk to the Americans and the Americans told me to talk to the Canadians 🙄 At the time, I didn’t realize there was some dispute between the American and Canadian border officials about guns keeping the interviews from opening back up. As far as I know, they never actually resolved it, just came up with a work-around eventually. That’s why the procedures are different now. At some point some more appointments opened up and I was able to move my appointment to five months sooner. Still had to go to the border though. I got interviewed on the American side and then crossed the border to get interviewed by the Canadians immediately after 🛃🛃

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

@@notallwhowanderarelost4797 What a trial! Glad you eventually got it. Let's hope renewing isn't nearly as problematic - ha ha!

Never had pre-check before and would just arrive to the airport ~2hrs early. Until last year, flying home from Seattle, waited in security line for 3 hours and almost missed my flight. Worth it…

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Yikes - 3 hours!

I looked in to it but it says you have to make an appt for an interview. Is that right?

@NoraDunn

4 ай бұрын

Correct.

Better to get global pre check is 25 dollars more and you get the same benefits plus when entering usa the line is less than 2 minutes.

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Great tip.

Can I get tsa pre check and global entry at the same time?

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Yes, if you apply for Global Entry, it includes TSA PreCheck.

It's the fingerprinting that keeps most people from getting this. Many find the fingerprinting to be just too creepy.

@NoraDunn

2 ай бұрын

Yes, perhaps.

Hmmm, I'm wondering if I'll actually need mine now that I got it. I didn't realize you still go through the main security line when flying international flights. My local airport (Pittsburgh) is already dead. Last time i flew, I was the only one in line mid day (the standard non precheck line) with all of the agents standing around bored. But then I fly to JFK or Newark from Pittsburgh to then fly internationally - those are the airports that are actually a cluster and would most use the tsa precheck

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

It works on some/many international outgoing flights from the US; it just doesn't work internationally.

@tone03tone

3 ай бұрын

@@NoraDunn oh, I thought you said it was for outgoing domestic flights only in the video. So it can be used for outgoing intl flights?

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

@@tone03tone Yes. Sorry for the confusion!

Where are the NEXUS enrollment centers in Canada? Thanks!

@NoraDunn

6 ай бұрын

Here you go: www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/nexus/enrollment-centers/canada

Ghost busters vibes 😂

@NoraDunn

14 күн бұрын

😂

I haven't flown since the last century. What you are describing sounds like the normal check.. what is it that tea is not doing that makes it faster??

@NoraDunn

19 күн бұрын

Oh, flying is a very different world since those "good ol' days"! I'm not even sure where to begin.

@tincanboat

19 күн бұрын

I hate when auto correct changes the words I type.

I didn’t see this in other comments, but you may want to be sure to wear shoes with a very low heel if you have pre-check, especially if you end up in the general line. I had never encountered a more rude and obnoxious TSA agent than the one that yelled at me because the heel on my boot, maybe 1.5”, set something off. I would have gladly just removed my shoes like everyone else had I had known it was a potential issue (I was given a card and specifically told repeatedly not to remove my shoes because I had pre-check). While no traveler should be rude to these agents, these agents should also not go on power trips and abuse travelers.

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

Wow, I've never heard of this about the heels. Thanks for sharing.

Like everthing else, Follow the instructioms that you were taught at the acadamy and not follow the mantra of This is how we do it here. Does this help you?

If you have a hazmat endorsement on your drivers license or a TWIC card, you also have TSA precheck.

@NoraDunn

3 ай бұрын

Good to know!

@MrRSKC

Ай бұрын

Always look at your boarding pass for the Pre Check logo ... Pre Check is not guaranteed 100 % of the time. Does not make any diff what Endorsement's you have on your DL .... Global Entry ... Nexus etc etc ... if it does not have it on your boarding pass or show up on the scanner you will have to go into the standard lane.

@NoraDunn

Ай бұрын

@@MrRSKC Great tip!

What about Global Entry…. just flew in to Denver and had hundreds going the normal route… and only a few of us with Global Entry… UNBELIEVABLY FAST!! Wow…!

@NoraDunn

5 ай бұрын

That's awesome! Yes, Global Entry is great for Americans who travel internationally to get back into the country quickly.