Currently, renewals and applications are taking up to 90 days to complete, according to Customs and Border Patrol. Most of the time, applications are completed within 15 days, but up to 35% of people are waiting up to three months. Some travelers that are renewing will also have to undergo an in-person interview, like first-time applicants are required to do.
\r\n\r\nIf you're looking for some of the perks that come with Global Entry but can't stomach the possibility of waiting, TSA PreCheck applications aren't affected and are completed within five to seven days, a spokesperson for the TSA told USA Today. PreCheck costs $85 and also lasts for five years. The main difference between the two services is international travel: if you travel mainly within the United States, TSA PreCheck should be sufficient. International travelers opt for Global Entry for its access to shortcuts at Customs.
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