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Is Global Entry or mobile passport faster?

The two programs can be mutually redundant, and offer “either-or” convenience from a traveler’s perspective: If the Global Entry line is long, it might be quicker to use Mobile Passport. If the regular immigration line is longer, go with Global Entry.

What is mobile passport used for?

Mobile Passport is a program that allows for expedited entry into the U.S. for qualified U.S. and Canadian citizens. Using the Mobile Passport app allows travelers to submit their passport and declarations information electronically to Customs and Border Protection, instead of using the traditional paper form.

What is CBP mobile passport?

Mobile Passport Control (MPC) allows eligible travelers to submit their passport and customs declaration information through a free, secure app on their smartphone or other mobile device. Travelers who successfully use an authorized MPC app will no longer have to complete a paper form or use an APC kiosk.

Is my Global Entry linked to my passport?

Your Global Entry membership is tied to your passport number, so what happens when you renew your passport? To update the passport number associated with your Global Entry account, you’ll have to log into your Trusted Traveler Program account.

Does Mobile Passport work for green card holders?

The Mobile Passport App may be used by U.S. citizens with a valid U.S. passport and Canadian citizens with both a valid Canadian passport and B1 or B2 visa status. Unfortunately, at this time, it won’t work for U.S. Legal Permanent Residents. The Mobile Passport App is compatible with iOS and Android devices.

Is mobile passport still working?

Currently, you may use the Mobile Passport App at 29 airports and 4 cruise ports upon your arrival in the United States. We’re continuing to work to gain approval to add more airport and cruise port locations.

Does DTW use Mobile Passport?

Detroit Metro Airport Launches Automated Passport Control (APC) Technology to Speed International Passenger Processing | Wayne County Airport Authority.

Do I need to renew TSA PreCheck if I have Global Entry?

For one, the expiration date of your Global Entry membership is printed on your Global Entry card. Global Entry includes TSA PreCheck. Members can renew Global Entry as far as a year in advance, while TSA PreCheck can be renewed as far as six months in advance.

Is Mobile Passport better than Global Entry?

The one benefit Global Entry has over Mobile Passport is that it includes TSA Precheck, which provides expedited passage through security at many US airports. If you spend a lot of time in US airports, it could be worth it for the security line.

Can I use a Mobile Passport receipt with Global Entry?

If you have Global Entry and your travel group does not, you should take advantage of Mobile Passport. This will allow the rest of your group to expedite their way through customs without having to sign up for Global Entry. As a Global Entry member, you are free to use Mobile Passport, but you have to pick one or the other.

What is a global entry passport?

A Global Entry card is primarily used for crossing the borders of the United States by land and sea. Now, yes, that description might sound very similar to a passport card, which is a simpler and cheaper form of a passport but which also only provides entry at land and certain sea crossings.

Are you eligible for Global Entry?

GLOBAL ENTRY ELIGIBILITY. Citizens of the following countries are eligible to apply for Global Entry: United States. Germany – applicants must first join the German EasyPASS Program. Mexico. Netherlands – applicants must first join the Dutch FLUX program. Republic of Korea – applicants must first join the SES program. Singapore.