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== Trusted Traveler Programs == | == US Trusted Traveler Programs == | ||
If you frequently cross US borders, you can save time and hassle in the long run by enrolling in one of the programs that provide expedited entry for pre-approved travelers. Enrolling involves an application fee and form, and an in-person interview at an entry point, so there is a start-up cost in time and money. Which program you should enroll in depends on the type of crossing you do most; you can enroll in more than one. | If you frequently cross US borders, you can save time and hassle in the long run by enrolling in one of the programs that provide expedited entry for pre-approved travelers. Enrolling involves an application fee and form, and an in-person interview at an entry point, so there is a start-up cost in time and money. Which program you should enroll in depends on the type of crossing you do most; you can enroll in more than one. | ||
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* [http://www.globalentry.gov/smartgate.html SmartGate] provides streamlined entry into '''Australia''' for US Global Entry members. Visa requirements still apply. | * [http://www.globalentry.gov/smartgate.html SmartGate] provides streamlined entry into '''Australia''' for US Global Entry members. Visa requirements still apply. | ||
* [http://www.globalentry.gov/tsa.html TSA PreCheck] enables US Global Entry and Canadian NEXUS members to use designated TSA airport screening lanes, without removing liquids, laptops, shoes, jackets, or belts. You must provide your membership number when booking flights with participating airlines. TSA is expanding the PreCheck program to include more people, including US military members and those invited by their airline's frequent flyer program. You must still apply, pay a fee, and go through an interview. See the [http://www.tsa.gov/tsa-precheck TSA PreCheck] website for details. | * [http://www.globalentry.gov/tsa.html TSA PreCheck] enables US Global Entry and Canadian NEXUS members to use designated TSA airport screening lanes, without removing liquids, laptops, shoes, jackets, or belts. You must provide your membership number when booking flights with participating airlines. TSA is expanding the PreCheck program to include more people, including US military members and those invited by their airline's frequent flyer program. You must still apply, pay a fee, and go through an interview. See the [http://www.tsa.gov/tsa-precheck TSA PreCheck] website for details. | ||
== Other countries' traveler programs == | |||
* The UK's [https://www.gov.uk/registered-traveller Registered Traveller service] enables certain citizens of Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand and the USA to get faster entry to the UK, without filling out a landing card. | |||