How to use the Global Entry/TSA PreCheck credit with Chase Sapphire Reserve
Quick insights
- Global Entry and TSA PreCheck are Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) that offer time-saving benefits in airports. If you pay for your TSA PreCheck, Global Entry or NEXUS application with your Chase Sapphire Reserve or Sapphire Reserve for BusinessSM credit card, you can be eligible to receive a statement credit.
- The benefit is available once every four years and can only be used for one application fee.
- These memberships aim to help you move through airport security faster.
The Chase Sapphire Reserve and Sapphire Reserve for Business are travel credit cards that have annual fees and benefits travelers may enjoy. One benefit is reimbursement for a Global Entry, TSA PreCheck or NEXUS application fee, but there are important terms for this benefit we'll explain below.
What is the Global Entry or TSA PreCheck fee credit?
Certain travel credit cards offer a statement credit as reimbursement for a Global Entry, TSA PreCheck or NEXUS application fee. Note that these cards may come with an annual fee.
If you have a Chase credit card with a credit benefit for TSA PreCheck, Global Entry or NEXUS, you aren't automatically enrolled in any of the programs. You have to apply for a program and pay the application fee with your card. If you're eligible for reimbursement, a statement credit will post to your account after the fee does.
How to use the Global Entry credit
To be eligible for the statement credit, you have to pay the Global Entry application fee with your Chase Sapphire Reserve or Sapphire Reserve for Business card. This fee is due as you submit your Global Entry application. After the charge posts to your Sapphire Reserve card, you will receive a statement credit. This reimbursement benefit is available every four years.
How to use the TSA PreCheck credit
When you first apply for TSA PreCheck, the fee is due at your in-person appointment. One option to pay the fee is with a credit card. If you use your Sapphire Reserve or Sapphire Reserve for Business credit card, you will receive a statement credit for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck or NEXUS.
Does using the Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit save money?
Some Chase credit cards offer a statement credit that can reimburse the cost of a Global Entry, TSA PreCheck or NEXUS application fee when you use your card to pay for it. For example, Chase Sapphire Reserve and Sapphire Reserve for Business cardmembers are currently eligible for this benefit.
Other potential tips to make the most out of your Sapphire Reserve card
The Chase Sapphire Reserve and Sapphire Reserve for Business have many exciting benefits, perks and rewards that may suit a range of travelers. Here are some notable ones:
- $300 annual travel credit that can be used to reimburse travel-related purchases, which can include airfare, hotel stays, car rentals and more
- $500 credit for stays with The Edit by Chase Travel®, our handpicked collection of hotels and resorts
- 8x points on all purchases through Chase TravelSM, including The Edit
- 4x points on flights and hotels booked direct
Additionally, cardmembers can enjoy airport lounge access with Priority Pass™ as well as access to Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club. Chase Sapphire Reserve and Sapphire Reserve for Business cardmembers are automatically enrolled in a complimentary membership. This provides access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide through the Priority Pass network, offering a place to relax and recharge before flights.
In summary
Whether you are traveling for personal vacations or business trips, the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Sapphire Reserve for Business are premium travel credit cards that offer several valuable perks and benefits. One benefit is reimbursement for a TSA PreCheck, Global Entry or NEXUS application fee when you use your card to pay the fee. The application fee reimbursement benefit is available once every four years. Cardmembers can also earn rewards on flight and hotel purchases, making them strong options for frequent travelers. Note that these credit cards have annual fees.
