A Guide to TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, and CLEAR
Traveling isn’t all sunshine and rainbows – it’s excellent once you make it to your destination, but before that, getting through the various lines at the airport can be a hassle. The good news is that you can get different accesses such as TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI or CLEAR to minimize your wait in U.S. security and customs lines and get to where you want to be faster! What is TSA PreCheck? TSA Pre-Check is a program that gets you expedited security screenings in most large U.S. airports. It often has dedicated lines at security, denoted by signs with the TSA Pre-Check logo, with extremely short wait times. Part of the reason for the short lines is that you don’t have to take off your shoes, belt, or light jacket, and you can leave your travel size liquids and laptop in your bag. Who is Eligible for TSA PreCheck? United States citizens, nationals, and lawful permanent residents are all eligible to apply for TSA PreCheck. However, your application will likely be