Posted on 07/16/2010 9:46:56 AM PDT by where's_the_Outrage?
Customs has instituted a new program called the Global Entry System, Trusted Traveler Program. If you do international travel, you might want to consider participating.
Go to the web site: https://goes-app.cbp.dhs.gov/pkmslogout
Fill out the survey, pay $100, schedule and attend an interview, and you are good to go.
The lines at passport control looked to be 20-30 minutes long, but I went to the Kiosk, swipped my passport answered the questiones and got my receipt. Went to Customs entered the Global Entry Line (no one in it) and handed my reciept. I was legally back in the USA in record time.
This was the 3rd time I used it and attest that it is well worth the effort, especially if you just use carry on.
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