Standing in line for 30 minutes and still only half way through when I overheard the two women behind me downloading and filling out the MPC app so I downloaded it too. I was able to get out of line, get into the MPC line and go right to the front and two minutes later was on my way.
When we got back from Copenhagen, my fiance used MPC since he doesn't have Global Entry like I do. He was the only one in the line for it. lol He felt kind of guilty like he was skipping the line but the officer told him to definitely use it.
Lol Hey, that’s the perk of using the app and I bet he won’t feel guilty next time. 😎 It’s the best feeling ever when you don’t have to wait on a long line.
I have everything (global entry/tsa/MPC) but my wife is in the application process for global entry)…it helped us coming back in the country during the summer, along with 8 other planes…the line was close to and moving fast as global entry…plus when we got home I added the kids and like you said it’s free…another great option that saves TIME when you travel, especially with larger families…GREAT TOOL!!! Thanks and safe travel.
OMG, I just heard about this app. Will be downloading it. As an 82 year old, standing in long lines is not my idea of fun. Your video was clear and concise. Thank you so much! And thanks for the link.
Once we deplaned and walked down the hall the line for Customs started. I can only IMAGINE how many hours your video saved me, thank you so much! After a 10.5 hour flight I just wanted to get home and shower. After 25 minutes in line, I was outta there. Thanks for your helpful advice and video. Liked and subbed!
@@nikegrrl5105 That’s great! So happy I could help! 🙂 I know the feeling. After a long flight, you just want to get out of the airport as fast as possible and head home. Thanks so much for sharing!
Thank you for this very informative video! Just downloaded the app and filled in the required information. Arriving in Charlotte on Sunday and will try it. Will provide a comment afterwards. Thank you again!!
A couple months ago we were on vacation in Bahamas Atlantis. When we left, we stood at the airport for a good 30+ minutes before I noticed people were taking another line for "MPC" and they were just zipping by. I asked the agent and she stated those people completed the MPC check in and recommended I do the same. With another 100+ people in line, I downloaded the app, completed the MPC questions.. received the QR code immediately. We stepped out of line, there was only 2 people in front of us. Got to the Customs window and it took less than 1 minute! The agent even said "isn't MPC a time-save?" LOL. I was like "heck yeah!" Saving the MPC app to my phone!! But it's probably worth checking out which US airport offers the MPC service, otherwise international travelers should have Global Entry!
Then, once you receive your QR code, you go to the immigration officer and everything else is the same? I mean, do they still take your photo and fingerprints?, or is that process no longer required?
@@ratafinanciera Once you receive the QR code, your info is automatically & electronically transferred to Customs. Fingerprints are not required and your photo will not be taken because you would have already taken your photo on the MPC app. After you submit your travel info and take a selfie on the MPC app, you’ll just hand over your passport to the Customs officer to complete the inspection process.
That’s really good to know, because I had no clue on how good it was. I know…😩🤐 Hopefully it continues to stay like that 🤞. (I feel the same way about Global Entry) Thanks for sharing and watching! 😊
I really appreciate your video. I’m about to reenter the US after my first international trip. I already have GE. I just downloaded the MPC app, but after watching your video, I won’t plan to use it this time. I will keep MPC as a backup. Thanks.
I have used the previous version by airside several times in the past. Usually when the regular line was a mile long, only a few in line with the app. Definitely will use it on a trip to Grenada next year.
Thank you for the video. I think Mobile Passport is definitely for me for international travel. I wanted to get Global Entry but the SFO airport is several hours away and the interviews are hard to get. Too much hassle. I'll think MPC and TSA Precheck will be by my go-to's when flying.
You’re welcome and that’s great! I’m glad you can use MPC as an option, especially if it’s more convenient for you. 📌Global Entry Tip: Another interview option is their ‘Enrollment on Arrival’, which does not require an appointment. If you haven’t watched it already, I go over that option in my Global Entry video here ➡️ ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GMPZZDiFxSw.html
You’re welcome and thank you! True indeed-I had a viewer from the UK who asked if this would work for them. I haven’t used it yet, but it seems to be a great app. 👍
This app definitely works. I’ve used it twice and the line was so short the last time I used it was last year coming from Curaçao. I had a layover in Miami…the customs line was insane. I remembered I had this app so I did what I had to do and I showed the app to the employee. I got through that mobile passport line in half the time that everybody else I went on my trip with. some of the people I was on my trip with Missed their flight. I texted the group chat and told them about the app and they didn’t do it.
Question for you all from a 1st timer heading home from Dublin. Since Dublin has preclearance, do I use that as my arrival airport or wait til I enter US in Philly? Thanks for this informative video & forum!😊
I tried it coming from Honduras in July, did not work at Miami Airport, i did not know you had to scan the bio sheets of your passport, i gonna give a try this year to see what's up maybe it will work this time!!
I was asked 2 question coming back from Dubai at IAD in July of last year. Are you declaring anything and where are you coming from? That was a breeze!
I downloaded both the MPC and GE app. However, with GE, I noticed it shows limited airports to choose from, while MPC shows me way more options. So I think I'll try MPC on my next trip while using my GE card.
Hello ma’am, I entered my passport information manually. Will that cause issues when I submit? Secondly, how is that you get approval so fast with this app while at the airport??? It just seems to good to be true😃 I guess I’ll find out during my Europe trip in June. Thanks for the heads up!
Hi there! 👋 CBP recommend travelers to enter their travel info upon returning back to the U.S. So if you just created a profile, you should be fine. That’s the great thing about this app-it doesn’t require pre-approval. 😃 You simply scan your passport (or in your case, manually enter the info), answer the Customs questions and submit.
One question, how can we submit our info at the destination airport (LAX) if there is no cellular signal??? I recall there is no cellular signal at LAX arrival terminal. I don't remember if WiFi signal is available at LAX US customs area.
Hello Great Video! Do you recommend submitting the MPC app 24 hours before you land or to fill it out when you arrive? Please let me know. Appreciate it!
Hi there! 👋 Sure, I took short break from publishing videos, but I can still guide you on how to add you and your wife on one phone. Step 1. Download and open the MPC app Step 2. Click the ‘Travelers’ icon on the bottom center Step 3. Click on ‘Create New Traveler’ and add each traveler’s info separately. Do this step twice-one entry for you and one entry for your wife Step 4: Click the ‘CBP Form’ icon on the bottom left Step 5: Click the ‘New Submission’ button and follow the prompts
Thank you! Another viewer mentioned the same thing. I definitely have to record a video on it. 👍 I personally haven’t seen the GE mobile app signs at my nearest airports. Apparently, this service is not available at all major airports like the normal Global Entry, but I’m sure it will eventually become available at more and more airports over time.
Hi! 👋 I don’t believe you can use this app. Mexico is not listed as one of the Visa Waiver participating countries. You can find the full list here under ‘Visa Waiver Program Countries’ ➡️ www.dhs.gov/visa-waiver-program-requirements
3:12 you advertising to use MPC when you don’t even use it because you have global entry loses the essence of your message. It’s very much like a Honda car sales man trying to sell me a Civic when he personally drives a BMW. 😂
The CBP.gov site recommends to submit your info in the app upon arrival because the QR code that gets generated to present to Customs is only valid for a few hours.
