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Tired of standing in line in your socks at the airport? Experienced travelers know the secret to keeping your shoes on and speeding through airport security: TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, NEXUS and CLEAR® Plus. TSA PreCheck provides expedited, less intrusive screening at domestic airports in the United States. Global Entry allows expedited entry via air, land and sea into the United States and includes TSA PreCheck. NEXUS provides expedited entry into Canada via air, land and sea, while also offering full TSA PreCheck and Global Entry benefits. CLEAR Plus provides rapid identity verification and a shortcut through airport security.

1. Create a Trusted Travel Programs (TTP) account

2. Log in to your TTP account and complete the application 

3. Schedule and interview at a Global Entry Enrollment Center

4. Complete the application process

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Apply online: Submit an online application in 5 minutes & schedule an appointment at any of 500+ enrollment centers.

1. Enroll in person: 10-min in-person appointment that includes fingerprinting for a background check.

2. Travel with Ease: Add your Known Traveler Number to your airline reservation to enjoy faster, more seamless screening

Programs like TSA PreCheck, Global Entry and Clear can help you clear these bottlenecks. They each help you breeze through airport security lines, saving time and frustration. In some scenarios, you can even access these programs through your credit card's benefits.

What is STEP?

Benefits of Enrolling in STEP

The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service that allows U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to enroll in their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

• Receive important information from the Embassy about safety conditions in your destination country, helping you make informed decisions about your travel plans.

• Help the U.S. Embassy contact you in an emergency, whether natural disaster, civil unrest, or family emergency.

• Help family and friends get in touch with you in an emergency.

Mobile Passport Control (MPC) allows eligible travelers to submit their travel document, photo, and customs declaration information through a free, secure app on their smartphone or other mobile device. The use of MPC streamlines the traveler’s entry process into the United States by reducing passport control inspection time and overall wait time. Use of MPC does not require pre-approval. Travelers who successfully use the MPC app will no longer have to complete a paper form and may be provided a designated queue. As a result, travelers may experience shorter wait times, less congestion and efficient processing.

The CBP Mobile Passport Control App

CBP’s MPC app is a free application that can be downloaded from the Apple App store and Google Play and is currently available for eligible travelers to use upon arrival at MPC approved sites. See FAQ question number 2 to see a complete list of current MPC Sites.

What is a Visa?

A visa is an official document or stamp placed in a passport that grants the holder permission to enter, leave, or stay for a specified period of time in a foreign country. It is issued by the country the traveler wishes to visit based on their specific immigration and entry policies.

Obtaining a visa often involves an application process, where the applicant must provide personal details, reasons for travel, and, in some cases, evidence of financial means or an invitation from a host in the destination country. The requirements and process for obtaining a visa can differ significantly from one country to another, reflecting their individual security, economic, and diplomatic considerations.