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Global Entry from the US Government – Go Get it!

René by René
December 5, 2011 - Updated on June 23, 2021
in Airports
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Today’s post is more than just DELTA related and let me tell you if you ever travel internationally, you need to get GOES or Global Online Enrollment System  (Click on the link and then hit the “Watch” button for a video).

The fee for this service is $100 for 5 years (basically $20 per year/ per person). What do you get for this? When you get off your long, international flight, and an airbus 380 has just unloaded say 500 people in front of you, and the lines are up to an hour long in customs, what do you do? You simply bypass this and go to one of the GOES kiosks and scan your 4 fingers, your passport and look up at the camera in the kiosk. Next you fill out the customs form on screen (you don’t have to do it on the plane like everyone else) and hit print. Lastly you quickly show it to the customs person in your private line and out you go. I have made it though customs faster than the flight crew from my flight. Yes it is that fast!

It will take you some time to get this done and you have to go to one of the GOES sites to do your interview with the government official but I highly recommend it. I will never let my membership lapse as it is so worth it to me! – Rene

 

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Comments 81

  1. jacob says:
    11 years ago

    global entry looks great!

    Reply
  2. Paul says:
    11 years ago

    Thanks for the info and chance to win.

    Reply
  3. Daniel says:
    11 years ago

    Oh wow, there’s an interview process and everything. Guessing I can’t do that from abroad, meaning that I wouldn’t be able to get the benefits of this on my next trip back to the US.

    Reply
  4. Stephen says:
    11 years ago

    Cool new blog…thanks.

    Reply
  5. andrew says:
    11 years ago

    I saw on the website, that they take fingerprints at your interview. Is this only for verification at the kiosks, or is there some kind of background check done that requires it as well?

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      The fingerprints are for the kiosks but they do check you very well before you get there. There will be no interview unless you pass background checks!

      Reply
  6. Kathy K says:
    11 years ago

    I do not travel for work, so I tend to debate whether a $450 card – despite its benefits – is a bit extravagant for me….

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi Kathy thanks for the post. I don’t travel for work either but $450 cost – $200 for bags or ( I used my for $200 in SW AIR gift cards YMMV ) – $100 for goes – 25k points IMO = net ZERO cost first year for the card. Plus then lounge access is FREE 😉

      Reply
  7. Joel says:
    11 years ago

    Keep up the good blogging.

    Reply
  8. john says:
    11 years ago

    I have yet to sign up..time issues…have had plat card for 1 year

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi John – yes wife and I had same issue ( time ) but now that we have it – it is worth it to MAKE time! – Rene

      Reply
  9. Danny says:
    11 years ago

    Going for my GOES interview in 2 weeks. Woo hoo!

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Great Danny txs ( btw it does not take long at all !) – Rene

      Reply
  10. Andrew T says:
    11 years ago

    This really is an awesome idea. And like you put it, $20 a year, especially if you’re a heavy international traveler, is well worth it.

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      For me even 1x a year is worth it! When you have been on a 8-12 hr flight standing for 1+ hrs waiting with smelly people is not my idea of fun at any price!

      Reply
  11. Bill says:
    11 years ago

    Thanks Rene – I don’t live in a city that has an office, but I’m flying thru LAX tomorrow and next week on my way to Hawaii. How far in advance do I need to schedule an interview? Do I just call them? Suggestions?

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi Bill. It does not happen that fast sorry ( you can try + take the time to get the AMEX card? ). It takes about 2-6 weeks for them to do the background check once you put in your application. They they let you schedule the interview. Don’t hold me to this but I think you have 90 days after approval to go for the interview but they will work with you to extend if you need more time. Then you will have to call them.

      Reply
      • Bill says:
        11 years ago

        That was my fear. I do have the AMEX Platinum so that would cover the fee. The timing just isn’t very good and I don’t live anywhere near a GOES office.

        Off-topic… I have a Delta related problem that you may be able to provide a suggestion with. Is there a way to contact you? I didn’t see an email address anywhere.

        Reply
        • deltagoldflyer says:
          11 years ago

          it is in the who am I link above but sure rene @ deltapoints.com or deltagoldflyer @ gmail.com both work. – Rene

          Reply
  12. Mike says:
    11 years ago

    Now what happens once this gets so popular that a lot of people start doing it? Wouldnt this end up creating a long line? Especially when we have so many people still bad with computers. Also, it will slow the line down because you have to fill your customs form on screen, when you could have done it on the plane. I dont know about this idea. Needs toale it much faster to be worth it.

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi Mike – txs for your input but not going to happen. The %%% of those doing this will be very low vs the bulk of leisure travelers. Plus, it takes all of 10 seconds to fill out the form on screen so no real slowdown as you can see even in the GOES video. And it is MUCH FASTER – O’my is it MUCH faster. I will NEVER go back again. – Rene

      Reply
  13. Rob says:
    11 years ago

    I’ll be in need of a few drinks on my next flight.

    Reply
  14. Danielle says:
    11 years ago

    i was JUST talking to someone about this program this week. Does your airport have to have one of the GOES machines? (or, which airports have them? Does BOS?)

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi Danielle – YES BOS is one. For DELTA read more here: http://www.delta.com/planning_reservations/plan_flight/international_travel_information/global_entry/index.jsp

      Reply
      • Danielle says:
        11 years ago

        awesome – thanks!

        can you have your site set up so that we get comments back via email? I had to remember to come back to see if you had written… maybe no one else cares about this. if not, disregard.

        Reply
        • deltagoldflyer says:
          11 years ago

          Hi Danielle – I am working on that. I have the auto email sub setup and am working on a link from boardingarea on the site. I think we can build that in too. Thanks for the feedback! – Rene

          Reply
  15. Allen says:
    11 years ago

    Here we go again~

    Reply
  16. Erica says:
    11 years ago

    The thing with global entry is… if you’re traveling with other folks without it – it just means waiting somewhere else instead of the customs line…

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      HI Erica – yeah you may have to wait for them in SKYCLUB and get your shower in, have a drink or two, and then ask they how bad the line was 😉

      Reply
  17. zasm says:
    11 years ago

    Thanks for the heads up.

    Reply
  18. Lauren says:
    11 years ago

    Thanks for the info!

    Reply
  19. stephen b says:
    11 years ago

    My complaint is that when I travel international, I usually check a bag (souvenirs) and like others have said, it is trading waiting in one place for another.

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi Stephen – yes this can be true. If you are Medallion your bags come out 1st when they put the “priority” tags on. One tip is ask at check in, even if you are NOT medallion, that they please put them on the bags as a favor for you and many times they will do it! But either way there is much more room in the bag area then in line!

      Reply
  20. MB says:
    11 years ago

    Hmmm…Global Entry does sound good. The Platinum AmEx is looking better and better.

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi MB – yep and thanks for using my link if you do get the card – Rene

      Reply
  21. Brad says:
    11 years ago

    Just a minor point, but GOES is the enrollment system for Global Entry (GE). The kiosks are GE kiosks, not GOES.

    Another option is to register for the NEXUS program for US/Canada travel which only costs $50 for 5 years and grants GE access as well.

    Reply
  22. deltagoldflyer says:
    11 years ago

    H Brad – the name is the name they use so just simple. Yes NEXUS is an option but AMEX will NOT pay you for that one. They only pay for GOES from what I have been told thus far.

    http://www.globalentry.gov/otherprograms.html

    Reply
  23. Carl says:
    11 years ago

    I have Global Entry and love it, but don’t love the way you presented the way to get it from Amex – “If you use my link to get the Amex Platinum Membership Rewards card, they will rebate you the cost for the program when you pay for it with the card.” Any Amex Plat card holder gets it – they don’t have to apply through your link to get that refund. If you use referrals, at least be honest when you are using them.

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi Carl – A valid point. I will update the post – thanks for reading the blog! – Rene

      I have made a change!

      Reply
  24. Denise says:
    11 years ago

    I will have to check out Global Entry program. Thanks.

    Reply
  25. Trey says:
    11 years ago

    seriously considering global entry now!

    Reply
  26. robe0341 says:
    11 years ago

    Global Entry Sounds Great

    Reply
  27. Allen says:
    11 years ago

    Good info. Thanks.

    Reply
  28. Phil Gold says:
    11 years ago

    looks interesting.if my flying picks up intl ill deff consider this

    Reply
  29. Stephanie says:
    11 years ago

    Thanks for the info!

    Reply
  30. EJ says:
    11 years ago

    FWIW, there’s a rumor circulating that Chase is looking to add a rebate for GOES as a perk to some of its cards next year…

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      That would ROCK! But I don’t see it on low end cards that only have a $95/yr fee. If they come up with a card that runs $300+ maybe. Who know but if you find something be sure and let all of us know ASAP! Txs again – Rene

      Reply
  31. Jackson says:
    11 years ago

    Another giveaway, amazing 🙂

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Lot’s more all week! – Rene

      Reply
  32. Lisha says:
    11 years ago

    Cool

    Reply
  33. Scott says:
    11 years ago

    Thanks!

    Reply
  34. Tony Z says:
    11 years ago

    Hey, great new site. I found it via Millionmilesecrets and will be sure to add this site to the list of daily blogs that I read. Keep up the good work!

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi Tony – TXS! I hope I can give you a few tips to help – Rene

      Reply
  35. Ari says:
    11 years ago

    Free drinks also help make immigration go faster 🙂

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      ….well… unless you need to deposit them after use? 😉

      Reply
  36. Brian M says:
    11 years ago

    I could always use a free drink especially on a long flight!

    Reply
  37. Rachel K says:
    11 years ago

    Interesting option to consider!

    Reply
  38. Michael says:
    11 years ago

    RENE,

    Thank you for the info. I am “pending review”. Love the blog. I am a loyal Delta guy having a home in ATL/SLC/ and now LAX.

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi Michael – great to hear. I go to SLC soon to ski – can’t wait! – Rene

      Reply
      • Michael says:
        11 years ago

        Rene,

        When you go to SLC to ski stay out of Park City. It’s nice but you get a better value for the $$$$ if you go local. ALTA or Snowbird is really good and cheap during the week. You can take a bus to the front door. Save the $$$.

        Reply
        • deltagoldflyer says:
          11 years ago

          Hi Michael – no 100% with ya. Look at the photo of me at Brighton – on my helmet is the snowflake from ATLA! 😉 I only ski PC when I must. Powder mtn is one of my fav spots. Less people. Thanks much! – Rene http://deltapoints.boardingarea.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Utah.jpg

          Reply
  39. deltaplat says:
    11 years ago

    Very cool. You’ve almost convinced me to get Amex Platinum. (If I do so, I will say you referred me). Would love the drink coupons!

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Thanks so very much (be sure to use my link in the blog for me to get the credit btw ). As I say – I love GOES and for free it is just TOPS! – Rene

      Reply
  40. Dare says:
    11 years ago

    Good to know. Thanks for the information.

    Reply
  41. Mordy says:
    11 years ago

    Whats the difference between this and the Trusted Traveller Program?

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Same thing (sorta). TTP covers ALL the programs in family. http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/trusted_traveler/ GOES is one, NEXUS is another etc etc. – Rene

      Reply
  42. gimmeyourmiles says:
    11 years ago

    Sounds like a great program. I have an amex card but I never used this benefit!

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Hi “J” – one more great one to use! – Rene

      Reply
  43. Kevin Porto says:
    11 years ago

    I really like this GOES idea

    Reply
  44. Serion says:
    11 years ago

    I think I’m going to bite the bullet and get GOES.

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      Great just don’t chip a tooth! – Rene 😉

      Reply
  45. Cassie says:
    11 years ago

    Great tips.

    Reply
  46. Rookie10 says:
    11 years ago

    I bookmarked your site on my favorites. Thanks for the replies on the FT thread for the Delta Skymall 25k promo. I enjoy your positive posts and attitude. When the mods shut it down I kept checking for new info on your site. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • deltagoldflyer says:
      11 years ago

      HI Rookie – thank you for your kind words and for reading the blog! – Rene

      Reply
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  49. Firesan says:
    10 years ago

    Just experienced global entry at YYZ, long lines, took me 30 seconds to clear immigration.

    Only hiccup was the gate guard wanted me to fill out the blue and white customs dorm, had to convince her I did t have to.

    As an early member of gc, best $100 I spent…

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  52. uclalum says:
    9 years ago

    Not a player of the revolving credit cards just yet (as I still need good credit scores this early in life), but need to add a card. Was hands-down for Delta Platinum AmEx but with the benefits you list Platinum MR may be better!

    Reply
    • Delta Points says:
      9 years ago

      @uclalum – yep if you don’t need MQMs it is the better choice and year one pays for itself in perks.

      Reply

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