Where to declare goods when using Global Entry in US preclearance at Dublin?

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I recently took a flight from Dublin (DUB) to the US, and so I went through US immigration and customs preclearance in Dublin. I have Global Entry and used the automated kiosk. I realized afterwards that I hadn't ever been asked whether I had any goods to declare for customs, and it wasn't clear how I should have declared them (if I had had any).

After entering the preclearance area and having my bags X-rayed, there was a lane for Global Entry with the kiosks. In the past, when I've used a Global Entry kiosk in other places, it has asked me to select answers to the usual "landing card" questions: any goods to declare, carrying any food, etc. In this case, the kiosk just took my photo and printed a receipt. It didn't ask me any questions, and I didn't see any place where I could have selected "goods to declare". I think it was just "touch screen to begin", "look into the camera", "take receipt to the desk".

Next, there was a desk with a border officer. I gave him the receipt from the kiosk, and he looked at it and sent me through without asking any questions.

I assumed at this point that there would be another desk where I would be asked customs questions, but in fact after walking away from the first desk, I realized I was already in the gate area, and there were no further checks.

I also didn't notice having gone through a "nothing to declare" channel at any point.

So, if I actually had had goods to declare, what would I have needed to do? Was there a button on the kiosk that I overlooked? Was I supposed to proactively announce it to the officer at the desk (I didn't see any signs saying to do so)? Should I have stood in the regular queue instead of using a kiosk?






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Can I use Global Entry in Dublin?

Can I use Global Entry in Dublin Airport? Yes, if you are a Global entry member you can use the global entry self-service kiosks at US Preclearance in Dublin Airport.

Can I clear US customs in Dublin?

The US Preclearance (USCBP) facility at Terminal 2 in Dublin Airport is a purpose built facility that allows US bound passengers to undertake all US immigration, customs and agriculture inspections at Dublin Airport prior to departure.

Are there shops after US Preclearance at Dublin Airport?

There are a few shops with souvenirs and food shops after US Preclearance at Dublin Airport, but it is really quite limited. If you are planning to eat, my advice is to eat before arriving at the airport or before clearing immigration.

Is Ireland a member of the CBP Global Entry program?

YES. Dublin Airport has Global Entry for passengers departing Dublin for the U.S. Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers in the United States.



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