Best Credit Cards for Free Global Entry and TSA Precheck

by Stella Shon updated March 1, 2021

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If you're considering paying $100 or $85 for Global Entry or TSA Precheck, you should check if any credit cards can reimburse you for this fee first.

Global Entry vs. TSA Precheck
How to get Global Entry/TSA Precheck
Are Global Entry/TSA Precheck worth it?

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Global Entry and TSA Precheck® are must-haves in every frequent traveler's toolkit, saving you valuable time at the airport. Even better, you can get this perk at no cost with the right credit card.

Global Entry is a TSA-sponsored program that allows you to bypass long customs lines when entering the U.S. The program also includes TSA Precheck, which lets you breeze through airport security. Approval into the program, which is valid for five years, is contingent on a background check and in-person interview.

The best cards that provide a Global Entry/TSA Precheck credit are premium travel cards that reward you for spending on dining and travel or loyalty to an airline or hotel chain. Here are our top picks for cards that offer reimbursement for Global Entry and TSA Precheck — with our full list of cards and further explanation of each program at the bottom of the page.

Best credit cards with Global Entry or TSA Precheck reimbursement

	Card	Best for...	Annual fee
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{"align":"","className":"","imageURL":"https:\/\/cdn.comparecards.com\/uploads\/images\/items\/4562.png","name":"Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card"}	Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card	Everyday spending	$95	Apply Now On Capital One's Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["On Capital One's Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/88?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card"}
{"align":"","className":"","imageURL":"https:\/\/cdn.comparecards.com\/uploads\/images\/items\/4577.png","name":"The Platinum Card\u00ae from American Express"}	The Platinum Card® from American Express	Luxury travel perks	$550	Apply Now See Rates & Fees. Terms Apply. On American Express' Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/platinum-charge-card\/26129-10-0\/?print#terms-details\"\u003ESee Rates & Fees.\u003C\/a\u003E Terms Apply.","On American Express' Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/54?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"The Platinum Card\u00ae from American Express"}
{"align":"","className":"","imageURL":"https:\/\/cdn.comparecards.com\/uploads\/images\/items\/4337.jpg","name":"IHG\u00ae Rewards Club Premier Credit Card"}	IHG® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card	Free hotel stays	$89	Apply Now On Chase's Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["On Chase's Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/1147?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"IHG\u00ae Rewards Club Premier Credit Card"}
{"align":"","className":"","imageURL":"https:\/\/cdn.comparecards.com\/uploads\/images\/items\/4526.jpg","name":"Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card"}	Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card	Luxury hotel perks	$450	Apply Now See Rates & Fees. Terms Apply. On American Express' Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/marriott-bonvoy-brilliant-card\/26129-10-0#offer-terms\"\u003ESee Rates & Fees.\u003C\/a\u003E Terms Apply.","On American Express' Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/1327?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card"}
	Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card	Existing Bank of America customers	$95	Read Review
{"align":"","className":"","imageURL":"https:\/\/cdn.comparecards.com\/uploads\/images\/items\/4428.png","name":"Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Executive World Elite Mastercard\u00ae"}	Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®	American Airlines benefits	$450	Apply Now On Citibank's Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["On Citibank's Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/866?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Executive World Elite Mastercard\u00ae"}
{"align":"","className":"","imageURL":"https:\/\/cdn.comparecards.com\/uploads\/images\/items\/4349.jpg","name":"United℠ Explorer Card"}	United℠ Explorer Card	United Airlines benefits	$0 Intro for the First Year, then $95	Apply Now On Chase's Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["On Chase's Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/180?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"United℠ Explorer Card"}

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Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card	Apply Now On Chase's Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["On Chase's Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/1129?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae"}
Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card	Apply Now On Capital One's Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["On Capital One's Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/88?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card"}
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IHG® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card	Apply Now On Chase's Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["On Chase's Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/1147?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"IHG\u00ae Rewards Club Premier Credit Card"}
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card	Apply Now See Rates & Fees. Terms Apply. On American Express' Secure Website {"color":"primary","disclaimers":["\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/marriott-bonvoy-brilliant-card\/26129-10-0#offer-terms\"\u003ESee Rates & Fees.\u003C\/a\u003E Terms Apply.","On American Express' Secure Website"],"icon":"lock","label":"Apply Now","link":"\/credit-cards\/redirect\/1327?url=_travel_best-credit-cards-for-free-global-entry","name":"Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card"}
Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card	Read Review
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To make choosing the right card easier, we've looked at credit cards reviewed on ValuePenguin as well as cards on major issuer sites to compile a list of the best rewards credit cards available right now. Our recommendations are based on the additional value you can earn with the cards — including the rewards value, cost of ownership and value of benefits such as travel and purchase protections, lounge membership and airline companion passes. Our choices are not influenced by our advertisers.

Best credit card for dining and travel

The Chase Sapphire Reserve®

Dining and travel

Annual Fee

$550

APR

16.99%-23.99% Variable

Credit Needed

Excellent

Editor's Rating

Earn 50,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That's $750 toward travel when you redeem through Chase Ultimate Rewards®
$300 Annual Travel Credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year. From 6/1/20 through 6/30/21, gas station & grocery store purchases will also count towards earning your Travel Credit
3X points on travel immediately after earning your $300 travel credit. 3X points on dining at restaurants including eligible delivery services, takeout and dining out & 1 point per $1 spent on all other purchases
Get 50% more value when you redeem your points for travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards. For example, 50,000 points are worth $750 toward travel
With Pay Yourself Back℠, your points are worth 50% more during the current offer when you redeem them for statement credits against existing purchases in select, rotating categories
1:1 point transfer to leading airline and hotel loyalty programs
Access to 1,000+ airport lounges worldwide after an easy, one-time enrollment in Priority Pass™ Select and up to $100 application fee credit for Global Entry or TSA Pre✓®
Earn 3x total points on up to $1,000 in grocery store purchases per month from November 1, 2020 to April 30, 2021. Includes eligible pick-up and delivery services

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Our thoughts

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is often heralded as the best travel rewards card — and with good reason. In addition to the up to $100 Global Entry/TSA Precheck application credit, it comes with a $300 annual travel credit, free Priority Pass™ Select membership for airport lounge access and a fantastic rewards rate: 3X points on travel immediately after earning your $300 travel credit. 3X points on dining at restaurants including eligible delivery services, takeout and dining out & 1 point per $1 spent on all other purchases. Keep in mind that this card comes with a $550 annual fee, but the credits alone will take care of most of this cost.

When redeeming your points for travel through the Ultimate Rewards portal, you'll get 50% more redemption value. This means that 50,000 points are worth $750 in travel. Alternatively, you can transfer your Ultimate Rewards points at a 1:1 ratio to Chase's 14 loyalty partners.

How the benefit works

Like most of the other cards on this list, the Chase Sapphire Reserve® provides up to a $100 credit that can be applied once every four years. It can be used on either Global Entry, which costs the full $100, or TSA Precheck, which costs $85. Once you charge the application fee to your Chase Sapphire Reserve®, a statement credit for the application fee will be posted within 24 hours.

Best credit card for everyday spending

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

Everyday spending

Annual Fee

$95

APR

17.24% - 24.49% (Variable)

Credit Needed

Excellent/Good

Editor's Rating

Enjoy a one-time bonus of 60,000 miles once you spend $3,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $600 in travel
Earn unlimited 2X miles on every purchase, every day
Miles won't expire for the life of the account and there's no limit to how many you can earn
Receive up to $100 application fee credit for Global Entry or TSA Pre✓®
Fly any airline, stay at any hotel, anytime; no blackout dates. Plus transfer your miles to over 10+ travel loyalty programs
No foreign transaction fees

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Our thoughts

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is a great choice for travelers with a lower spending profile or who don't want to shell out $550 in annual fees. Compared to the other cards on this list, the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card has better general spending rewards (2 Miles per dollar on every purchase, every day) and a competitive welcome bonus: Enjoy a one-time bonus of 60,000 miles once you spend $3,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening, equal to $600 in travel.

How the benefit works

The Global Entry and TSA Precheck benefit on the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is similar to what is offered by the other cards on the list: up to $100 fee reimbursement, depending on the program you choose. You're eligible for this statement credit every four years.

Submit your Global Entry or TSA Precheck application and charge the application fee to your Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card. Within two billing cycles, a credit for the purchase will appear on your statement.

Best credit card for luxury travel perks

The Platinum Card® from American Express

Luxury travel

Annual Fee

$550

APR

See Pay Over Time APR

Credit Needed

Excellent

Editor's Rating

Earn 75,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $5,000 on purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership.
Earn 10x points on eligible purchases on your new Card at U.S. Gas Stations and U.S. Supermarkets, on up to $15,000 in combined purchases, during your first 6 months of Card Membership. That’s an additional 9 points on top of the 1 point you earn for these purchases.
Enjoy Uber VIP status and up to $200 in Uber savings on rides or eats orders in the US annually. Uber Cash and Uber VIP status is available to Basic Card Member and Additional Centurion Cards only.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® Points for flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel. Starting January 1, 2021, earn 5X points on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year.
5X Membership Rewards® Points on prepaid hotels booked on amextravel.com.
Enjoy complimentary access to the Global Lounge Collection, the only credit card airport lounge access program that includes proprietary lounge locations around the world.
Receive complimentary benefits through American Express Travel with an average total value of $550 with Fine Hotels & Resorts® program at over 1,100 properties . Learn More.
Get up to $100 in statement credits annually for purchases at Saks Fifth Avenue on your Platinum Card®. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
$550 annual fee.
Terms Apply.

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Our thoughts

For those who have substantial travel expenses, The Platinum Card® from American Express is the best card that comes with a Global Entry or TSA Precheck credit. The card has a steep $550 annual fee, but one of the highest rewards rates on flights and hotel spending (5X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel and 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotels booked on amextravel.com.)

And if you love airport lounges, you'll enjoy complimentary access to The American Express Global Lounge Collection, including The Centurion Lounge, Priority Pass lounges and Delta Sky Clubs.

It's important to note that this card is only worth it for luxury-seeking travelers who fly frequently and spend generously. If you're looking to get a card with a Global Entry credit and don't care about luxury perks, there are cheaper options on our best picks list.

How the benefit works

Pay for the Global Entry or TSA Precheck application fee with The Platinum Card® from American Express, and a statement credit will appear on your account within eight weeks. You'll receive this credit every four years for Global Entry and every 4.5 years for TSA Precheck.

For rates and fees of The Platinum Card® from American Express, please click here.

Best credit card for free hotel stays

The IHG® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card

Hotels

Annual Fee

$89

APR

15.99% - 22.99% Variable

Credit Needed

Excellent/Good

Editor's Rating

Earn 140,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 on purchases within the first three months of account opening
Enjoy a Reward Night after each account anniversary year at eligible IHG hotels worldwide. Plus, enjoy a reward night when you redeem points for any stay of 4 or more nights
Earn up to 25 points total per $1 spent when you stay at an IHG hotel
Earn 2 points per $1 spent on purchases at gas stations, grocery stores, and restaurants. Earn 1 point per $1 spent on all other purchases
Platinum Elite status as long as you remain a Premier card member
Global Entry or TSA Pre✓® Fee Credit of up to $100 every 4 years as reimbursement for the application fee charged to your card
IHG Rewards Club Bonus points are redeemable at hotels such as InterContinental®, Crowne Plaza®, Kimpton®, EVEN® Hotels, Indigo® Hotels & Holiday Inn®

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Our thoughts

The IHG® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card is ideal for frequent IHG hotel visitors when on the road. With a reasonable $89 annual fee, you'll also enjoy travel perks such as Global Entry or TSA Precheck reimbursement.

You'll be rewarded more for general spending and non-IHG travel expenses by other cards on this list, like the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and The Platinum Card® from American Express. However, the IHG® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card can earn you complimentary hotel stays and Platinum Elite IHG status.

How the benefit works

With this card, you'll enjoy reimbursement for TSA Precheck or Global Entry once every four years. Charge the Global Entry application fee to the IHG® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card, and a statement credit will appear on your account within 24 hours of the purchase being charged to the credit card.

Best credit card for luxury hotel perks

The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card

Hotel perks

Annual Fee

$450

APR

15.74%-24.74% Variable

Credit Needed

Excellent/Good

Editor's Rating

Earn 75,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points after you use your new Card to make $3,000 in purchases within the first 3 months.
Enjoy up to $300 in statement credits each year of Card Membership for eligible purchases at participating Marriott Bonvoy hotels.
Earn 6 Marriott Bonvoy points for each dollar of eligible purchases at participating Marriott Bonvoy Hotels. 3 points at U.S. restaurants and on flights booked directly with airlines. 2 points on all other eligible purchases.
Receive 1 free Night Award every year after your Card account anniversary. Award can be used for one night (redemption level at or under 50,000 Marriott Bonvoy Points) at a participating hotel. Certain hotels have resort fees.
Enjoy unlimited airport lounge visits when you enroll in Priority Pass™ Select membership.
No Foreign Transaction Fees.
$450 annual fee.
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Our thoughts

The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card is a solid premium card for travelers who frequently stay at Marriott properties. In addition to up to a $100 credit for Global Entry application, the card will also get you up to a $300 Marriott hotel credit and a free annual hotel stay to help recover the $450 annual fee.

To enhance the value even further, The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card offers competitive rewards on travel and dining. If you're looking for travel perks in addition to free Global Entry, the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card should be on your shortlist.

How the benefit works

After paying your Global Entry or TSA Precheck application fee with the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card, a statement credit will be posted to your account within eight weeks. You'll receive this credit every four years for Global Entry and every 4.5 years for TSA Precheck.

For rates and fees of Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card, please click here.

Best credit card for existing Bank of America customers

Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card

Our thoughts

The Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card complements nicely to customers who already own checking or savings accounts with Bank of America. This card is part of the Preferred Rewards program, offering benefits including a 25% to 75% rewards bonus depending on your combined account balances.

The $95 annual fee is justifiable thanks to the Global Entry or TSA Precheck application credit and an annual $100 airline incidentals statement credit. The rewards rate is catered to everyday purchases, providing 2 points for every $1 spent on travel and dining purchases, 1.5 points per $1 spent on all other purchases.

How the benefit works

You'll receive up to $100 in statement credits for either Global Entry or TSA Precheck, valid every four years with your Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card. It will take two to three weeks for this credit to hit your account.

Best credit card for American Airlines benefits

The Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®

American Airlines

Annual Fee

$450

APR

15.99% - 24.99% (Variable)

Credit Needed

Excellent/Good

Editor's Rating

Earn 50,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles after spending $5,000 in purchases within the first 3 months of account opening
Admirals Club® membership for you and access for up to two guests or immediate family members traveling with you
Earn 10,000 AAdvantage® Elite Qualifying Miles (EQMs) after you spend $40,000 in purchases within the year
No Foreign Transaction Fees on purchases
Earn 2 AAdvantage® miles for every $1 spent on eligible American Airlines purchases and 1 AAdvantage® mile for every $1 spent on other purchases
First checked bag is free on domestic American Airlines itineraries for you and up to 8 companions traveling with you on the same reservation
The standard variable APR for Citi Flex Plan is 15.99% - 24.99%, based on your creditworthiness. Citi Flex Plan offers are made available at Citi's discretion.

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Our thoughts

The Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® is one of American Airlines' luxury card offerings with a $450 annual fee. On top of the Global Entry/TSA Precheck application credit, cardholders will enjoy a complimentary Admirals Club membership — a $650 value — among free checked bags and priority access at the airport.

This card is most rewarding for American Airlines flyers, as you can jumpstart your way to elite status. However, its everyday rewards rate is meager at best, offering you the chance to Earn 2 AAdvantage® miles for every $1 spent on eligible American Airlines purchases & 1 AAdvantage® mile for every $1 spent on other purchases.

How the benefit works

To activate the Global Entry or TSA Precheck reimbursement benefit, you'll charge the application fee on your card and receive a statement credit within one to two billing cycles. This benefit is renewable every five years.

Best credit card for United Airlines benefits

The United℠ Explorer Card

United Airlines

Annual Fee

$450

APR

15.99% - 24.99% (Variable)

Credit Needed

Excellent/Good

Editor's Rating

Earn 50,000 American Airlines AAdvantage® bonus miles after spending $5,000 in purchases within the first 3 months of account opening
Admirals Club® membership for you and access for up to two guests or immediate family members traveling with you
Earn 10,000 AAdvantage® Elite Qualifying Miles (EQMs) after you spend $40,000 in purchases within the year
No Foreign Transaction Fees on purchases
Earn 2 AAdvantage® miles for every $1 spent on eligible American Airlines purchases and 1 AAdvantage® mile for every $1 spent on other purchases
First checked bag is free on domestic American Airlines itineraries for you and up to 8 companions traveling with you on the same reservation
The standard variable APR for Citi Flex Plan is 15.99% - 24.99%, based on your creditworthiness. Citi Flex Plan offers are made available at Citi's discretion.

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Our thoughts

Most mid-tier airline cards don't offer Global Entry or TSA Precheck reimbursement, but the United℠ Explorer Card is the sole exception. If you're a loyal United Airlines customer or fly on any Star Alliance partners, the United℠ Explorer Card is a sublime choice. Better yet, this card offers an annual fee of $0 Intro for the First Year, then $95.

You'll enjoy United-specific benefits, such as a free first checked bag and two annual United Club passes. However, if you're not a United Airlines loyalist or Star Alliance traveler, one of the general rewards cards on this list will better suit your needs.

How the benefit works

Use your United℠ Explorer Card to pay for your Global Entry or TSA Precheck application, and a $100 statement credit will be posted to your account within 24 hours. You'll receive this benefit every four years.

ValuePenguin's verdict

They say time is money — and Global Entry and TSA Precheck are two fantastic ways to save your precious time at the airport. If you're considering paying for these programs on your own, why not consider applying for a card that takes care of this fee for you? Our top picks not only offer application reimbursement but other meaningful benefits that will improve your travel experience as a whole.

What is Global Entry and TSA Precheck?

Global entry

Global Entry is a program sponsored by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) that allows trusted travelers to re-enter the U.S. with expedited clearance at customs after traveling internationally. You'll forgo any processing lanes or paperwork upon reentry. Enrolling for Global Entry includes complimentary TSA Precheck.

TSA Precheck

TSA Precheck gives preapproved travelers access to an expedited security line at over 200 airports and 73 airlines. With this benefit, you do not need to remove shoes, belts, liquids, food or light jackets. As of January 2021, all TSA Precheck passengers waited less than five minutes to go through security. TSA Precheck alone does not include Global Entry.

Admission to either program is good for five years and requires an in-person interview, background check and fingerprinting.

Global Entry vs. TSA Precheck: What's the difference?

Global Entry is designed for international travelers who want to avoid waiting in customs lines upon returning to the U.S. As a Global Entry member, the process for re-entering the country is simple: Go to a designated Global Entry kiosk at the airport, present your passport or permanent resident card and scan your fingerprints. You'll then be given a transaction receipt and directed toward the airport exit. The membership cost is $100 and is valid for five years and includes the TSA Precheck benefit.

U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents and citizens from the following countries can apply for Global Entry:

Argentina
India
Colombia
United Kingdom
Germany
Panama
Singapore
South Korea
Switzerland
Taiwan
Mexican nationals

You're ineligible for Global Entry if you provided false or incomplete information on your application, have pending or convicted criminal charges or violations with laws in any country.

In comparison, TSA Precheck is intended to help both domestic and international travelers reduce the time they spend waiting in airport security lines. Members gain special access to an expedited security lane and go through airport security without removing their shoes, laptops, liquids, belts and light jackets. TSA Precheck membership does not include access to Global Entry when traveling internationally. To qualify, you must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national or lawful permanent resident.

Global Entry	TSA Precheck
Costs $100 Valid for five years Requires application and interview Reduces time waiting in customs AND airport security Includes TSA Precheck	Costs $85 Valid for five years Requires application and interview Reduces time waiting in airport security DOES NOT include Global Entry membership

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It's advisable for most travelers to select Global Entry over TSA Precheck. For an extra $15, you can enjoy expedited customs clearance. Any of the credit cards listed above will cover application credits up to $100, so Global Entry is the clear winner here.

How to use Global Entry

After you're approved as a Global Entry member, you'll be able to take advantage of the program every time you return to the U.S. for the next five years. To use the benefit and skip the customs line, all you need to do is find a Global Entry kiosk in the customs area and scan your fingerprints and passports. You'll then be asked to declare the goods and cash that you're bringing back into the country. Finally, take your receipt and show it to the CBP officer at the exit as you leave customs.

How to use TSA Precheck

The first step to using TSA Precheck is to add your Known Traveler Number (KTN) to your reservation when purchasing your ticket. This will put a TSA Precheck indicator on your boarding pass and another special indicator in the barcode. After a TSA agent scans your pass at the first checkpoint, they'll direct you toward the expedited Precheck line. You can then go through security without removing your belt, shoes, laptop, liquids or light jacket.

To use TSA Precheck, you need to be flying on an airline that participates in the program. All of the major U.S. airlines currently take part in the program, and you can check for other airlines on the TSA's list of participating airlines.

How to get Global Entry and TSA Precheck

The processes for getting Global Entry and TSA Precheck are relatively similar. Both require you to submit an online application, which should take about five minutes, and appear in person for an interview. Unless you've gotten into serious legal trouble or are the subject of a government investigation, you should have no problem getting approved for either program.

Global Entry application process

For Global Entry, the first step is to create a Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) account. Once your account is created, log in, submit an application for Global Entry status and pay the $100 fee. After the CBP approves your application, you should set up an appointment at a Global Entry Enrollment Center — be sure to bring all valid passports and an additional form of ID.

In most cases, you've been preapproved for Global Entry if you make it to the interview phase of the application process. You can expect to be asked basic biographical questions about your criminal history, job, and travel habits at the interview. You'll also have your fingerprints taken. After this appointment, you'll likely be verified as a Global Entry member, so long as you don't have a problematic criminal record, your application information is truthful, and you've been confirmed as low risk.

Through a program called Enrollment on Arrival, you also have the option of interviewing at an airport anytime you return from a trip. You'll need your valid passport or permanent resident card and documents proving residency.

TSA Precheck application process

To become a TSA Precheck member, you need to fill out an online application, which should take roughly five minutes to complete. Next, set up an appointment at an enrollment center. Once you attend your appointment and are approved for Precheck, you can add your Known Traveler Number (KTN) to future ticket reservations and enjoy the benefits of expedited security.

Note that the appointment/interview for TSA Precheck is similar to the one for Global Entry. You'll be asked basic questions about yourself and have your fingerprints taken. If your criminal record is clean, there should be no problems. In total, the interview should take no longer than 10 to 15 minutes.

How long does it take to be approved for Global Entry and TSA Precheck?

For Global Entry, the CBP usually processes applications within six months. If you applied through the Trusted Traveler Program website, you can check the status of your application on your dashboard. If the status reads "Pending Review," your application has been received by the CBP and is being processed. Once your status is updated to "Conditionally Approved," you'll receive a notification to schedule an appointment at an enrollment center.

For TSA Precheck, the approval process takes approximately two to three weeks. Once you're preapproved, you'll go into an enrollment center for a quick background check and fingerprint scan. You'll be officially registered as a TSA Precheck member after this appointment.

Are Global Entry and TSA Precheck worth it?

Both Global Entry and TSA Precheck are useful programs, but Global Entry is the better choice if you're deciding between the two. It's only $15 more ($100 versus $85), and it gets you expedited customs clearance plus the expedited security access of TSA Precheck.

Even if your international travel is infrequent, the small premium for Global Entry will save you both time and frustration when you do travel internationally. And if you don't want to pay this fee out of pocket, consider one of the cards on this list.

If you don't want to open a credit card, or if you don't fly often, you may be debating whether skipping the customs line is worth $100. Since either benefit is good for five years, you're essentially paying $20 per year. Finally, consider the fact that you could be waiting more than two hours to get through customs on any given afternoon, especially at a busier airport.

All credit cards that come with free Global Entry or TSA Precheck

The cards listed above are the best overall credit cards that also have a Global Entry credit. However, other cards offer the Global Entry and TSA Precheck benefit that might work better for your travel needs and spending habits. Each card provides the benefit once every four to five years. Here's the list of all the widely available cards that we came across in our search.

Card	Benefit
Bank of America® Premium Rewards® credit card	Every four years
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express	Every four years for Global Entry, every 4.5 years for TSA Precheck
Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card	Every four years
Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card	Every four years
Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®	Every five years
Citi Prestige® Credit Card	Every five years
Expedia®+ Voyager Card from Citi	Every year ($100 annual air travel credit)
IHG® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card	Every four years
Mastercard® Gold Card™	Every five years
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card	Every four years for Global Entry, every 4.5 years for TSA Precheck
PenFed Pathfinder Rewards American Express Card	Every four years
The Platinum Card® from American Express	Every four years for Global Entry, every 4.5 years for TSA Precheck

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Stella Shon is a travel credit cards writer with ValuePenguin. After studying abroad in Paris three years ago, she became determined to keep traveling. That’s when she discovered the world of points and miles, which enabled her to travel on a student budget. Since then, she’s flown over 150,000 miles and earned more than 500,000 points and miles with eight different credit cards. While in college, she even co-founded her own travel agency, helping her peers plan and book trips on a budget. As a recent journalism graduate from UNC-Chapel Hill, her goal is to write about travel to make it simpler and achievable for everyone. Her work has also appeared on JetBlue, The Points Guy, Travel + Leisure and CNBC.

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