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- How to Apply
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- Customer Service
- For Travel Industry Personnel
- For Canadian and Mexican Citizens
- General Aviation
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- Pleasure Boats
- Preventing International Child Abduction
- Search Authority
- eBadge Trusted Worker Program
- For International Visitors
- For U.S. Citizens/Lawful Permanent Residents
- CBP Welcomes You to FIFA World Cup 2026™
- Trusted Traveler Programs
- TSA PreCheck®
- Global Entry
- Enrollment on Arrival for Pedestrians and Vehicles
- Enrollment on Arrival
- Enrollment on Departure
- Benefits
- Eligibility
- How to Apply
- Airports with Global Entry
- Enrollment Centers
- Enrollment on Embarkation
- Global Entry Card
- Mobile Application
- International Arrangements
- Touchless Portal Instructions
- Contact Us
- Frequently Asked Questions
- NEXUS
- SENTRI
- FAST
- Trusted Traveler Program Denials
- Remote Interview
- APEC Travel Card Program FAQs
- Advisories and Wait Times
- Biometrics
- Clearing Customs
- Customer Service
- For Travel Industry Personnel
- For Canadian and Mexican Citizens
- General Aviation
- Preclearance
- Pleasure Boats
- Preventing International Child Abduction
- Search Authority
- eBadge Trusted Worker Program
Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Trusted Traveler Program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States. The application fee is $120, and membership lasts for five years. All applicants must undergo a background check.
Global Entry Benefits
- Available atmajor U.S. Airports
- Reduced wait times in expedited processing lines
- TSA Precheck access
- Available to use at land borders
Who Should Use Global Entry?
Global Entry is the perfect program for frequent international or business travelers.
If you take fewer international flights, consider enrolling inTSA PreCheck and using the freeMobile Passport Control app to reduce wait time.
How to Apply for Global Entry
- Submit and pay for your individual application (Minors are free with a parent already in or applying for Global Entry.)
- Wait for CBP to complete your background check (Most applications are reviewed within 2 weeks while some can take up to 12 months or longer depending on criminal history.)
- Schedule and attend an in-person interview (In-person interviews are required for first-time enrollment)
- Receive your benefits!
What is a Trusted Traveler Program?
CBP and TSA Trusted Traveler Programs provide modified screening for pre-approved members, improve security by being more efficient during screenings, and facilitate legitimate trade and travel at air, land, and sea borders.
Use the tool on the Trusted Traveler Program website to find the right program for you, or learn more about all of the Trusted Traveler Programs that DHS offers.
Warning
*While Global Entry’s goal is to speed travelers through the process, members may still be selected for further examination when entering the United States. Any violation of the program’s terms and conditions will result in the appropriate enforcement action and termination of the traveler’s membership privileges.
Using Global Entry Already?
- Use theGlobal Entry Mobile Appupon entry to process even faster!
Waiting for an Interview?
- Your Global Entry enrollment interview can be completed without the need to schedule an appointment at an Enrollment Center. Enrollment on Departure (EoD) and Enrollment on Arrival (EoA) are two convenient options.