Compare Trusted Traveler Programs
Not sure which program is right for you? Compare Global Entry, TSA PreCheck, NEXUS, and SENTRI side-by-side to find the best fit for your travel needs.
| Feature | Global Entry | TSA PreCheck | NEXUS | SENTRI |
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| Cost | $100 $20/year | $78-$85 $16-17/year | $50 $10/year | $122.25 $24.45/year |
| Validity Period | 5 years | 5 years | 5 years | 5 years |
| Best For | Frequent international travelers | Frequent domestic travelers | Frequent US-Canada border crossers | Frequent US-Mexico border crossers |
| Includes TSA PreCheck | ||||
| Processing Time | 4-6 weeks | 3-5 days | 8-12 weeks | 6-10 weeks |
| Interview Required | ||||
| Valid Countries | USA | USA | USA, Canada | USA, Mexico |
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Global Entry
Cost: $100($20/year)
Best For: Frequent international travelers
Processing Time: 4-6 weeks
Includes TSA PreCheck: Yes
Key Benefits:
- Expedited US customs clearance
- TSA PreCheck included
- Global Entry kiosks at airports
- Expedited immigration
TSA PreCheck
Cost: $78-$85($16-17/year)
Best For: Frequent domestic travelers
Processing Time: 3-5 days
Includes TSA PreCheck: Yes
Key Benefits:
- Expedited airport security
- Keep shoes/belt/jacket on
- Laptop stays in bag
- Liquids stay in bag
NEXUS
Cost: $50($10/year)
Best For: Frequent US-Canada border crossers
Processing Time: 8-12 weeks
Includes TSA PreCheck: Yes
Key Benefits:
- US-Canada border crossing
- Global Entry benefits included
- TSA PreCheck included
- NEXUS lanes at land borders
- Expedited processing at airports
SENTRI
Cost: $122.25($24.45/year)
Best For: Frequent US-Mexico border crossers
Processing Time: 6-10 weeks
Includes TSA PreCheck: Yes
Key Benefits:
- US-Mexico border crossing
- Global Entry benefits included
- TSA PreCheck included
- SENTRI lanes at land borders
- Expedited processing
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Key Differences
Global Entry
Best for: Frequent international travelers
- •Includes TSA PreCheck benefits
- •Expedited customs clearance at international airports
- •Use automated kiosks when returning to US
- •$100 for 5 years ($20/year)
TSA PreCheck
Best for: Frequent domestic travelers
- •Expedited security screening at US airports
- •Keep shoes, belt, and jacket on
- •Laptop and liquids stay in bag
- •$78-85 for 5 years ($16-17/year)
NEXUS
Best for: US-Canada border crossers
- •Includes Global Entry and TSA PreCheck benefits
- •Expedited processing at Canada-US border
- •Dedicated NEXUS lanes at land borders
- •$50 for 5 years ($10/year) - Best value!
SENTRI
Best for: US-Mexico border crossers
- •Includes Global Entry and TSA PreCheck benefits
- •Expedited processing at Mexico-US border
- •Dedicated SENTRI lanes at land borders
- •$122.25 for 5 years ($24.45/year)
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