Buriram Expats
Buriram Province - General Category => Travel forum => Topic started by: urleft on May 17, 2014, 10:22:35 PM
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I joined the Global Online Entry System (GOES) in 2009, I have not regretted it. It is one the few US GVT programs that just seems to get better and better.
Here is the offical website: https://goes-app.cbp.dhs.gov/main/goes (https://goes-app.cbp.dhs.gov/main/goes)
When I got off my plane in Dallas on 21 April, less than 5 minutes later I was through both immigration and customs (yes, only had carry on).
When I got to TSA Screening, I was front lined without having to remove shoes, belt, computers, and toiletries. Took less than 5 minutes.
So if you are a US Passport holder, I really recommend you check out GOES. It is worth every penny IMHO.
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I have heard that GOES is now international, but do not have specific proof.
However, it you are a US Passport holder and get approved for GOES you will also get TSA Pre-Screen, and expedited re-entry from Mexico and Canada.
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GOES for International travel works for about a dozen countries of which, Thailand is not one of them, at this time.
One big issue for a person wanting to apply for approval requires travel to an Enrollment Center, located in the USA; which may well be a rather significant trip by itself. In my case, once in the US, closest location would mean a 400 mile round trip. There may be Enrollment Centers located else where, in the case of a UK citizen.
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So it seem GOES is actually going international. I can vouch for how it works in the USA. Anyone have experience from other countries?
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Global Entry for Citizens of the United Kingdom
https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry/international-arrangements/registered-traveller/citizens-united-kingdom (https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry/international-arrangements/registered-traveller/citizens-united-kingdom)
Other countries eligible:
https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry/eligibility
Argentina
India
Columbia
UK
Panama
South Korea
Singapore
Switzerland
Taiwan
Mexican Nationals