Can I just show up at the airport for a Global Entry interview?

Once a traveler is conditionally-approved, instead of scheduling an interview at a Global Entry Enrollment Center, the traveler can complete the enrollment interview during CBP primary inspection at a participating airport.

Can you just show up for Global Entry interview?

These Global Entry Enrollment Centers accept walk-ins. However, you might have to wait — sometimes only minutes and other times hours — there's no guarantee you will be seen at all.

Do you have to do an in-person interview for Global Entry?

To wrap up your Global Entry enrollment, you'll need to schedule an in-person interview. And depending on where you live and how many enrollment centers are around, that can take some effort and patience.

Can you get Global Entry at the airport?

Members enter the United States through automatic kiosks at select airports. At airports, program members proceed to Global Entry kiosks, present their machine-readable passport or U.S. permanent resident card, place their fingerprints on the scanner for fingerprint verification and complete a customs declaration.

Can you do Global Entry interview at domestic flights?

Individuals traveling through domestic airports may verify whether the airport has an Enrollment Center at which they may schedule an interview or can immediately accept conditionally approved persons to complete walk-in enrollments.

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Can I get TSA PreCheck while waiting for Global Entry interview?

Unfortunately, there is no way to get the TSA PreCheck benefit that comes with Global Entry before you finalize enrollment. Still, Mobile Passport is a great temporary solution while you wait to wrap up Global Entry.

How long does the Global Entry interview take?

According to the majority of our Global Entry clients, the interview itself is relatively short and can last anywhere from 5 minutes to 30 minutes (with most lasting approximately 15 minutes). If you have a criminal record though or have traveled to “flagged” countries, however, your interview might last longer.

What should I bring to my Global Entry interview?

You will need to bring your valid passport(s) and one other form of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card to the interview. If you are a lawful permanent resident, you must present your machine-readable permanent resident card.

Why can't I schedule a Global Entry interview?

As the pandemic took hold in the U.S. in mid-March, Customs and Border Protection, which runs Global Entry, shut down all the program's enrollment centers. That meant that no one could get an in-person interview to complete their application, effectively halting new memberships.

Do I need to carry my Global Entry card?

There is NO need to carry your Global Entry card at the airport to use Global Entry. Only passports or lawful permanent resident cards are accepted at Global Entry kiosks when flying into the US from abroad.

What disqualifies you from getting Global Entry?

You may not be eligible for participation in the Global Entry program if you: Provide false or incomplete information on the application; Have been convicted of any criminal offense or have pending criminal charges or outstanding warrants (to include driving under the influence);

Can I do my Global Entry interview at JFK airport?

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You've been conditionally approved for the Global Entry program. The next step is scheduling an in-person interview appointment at JFK International Global Entry EC.

Does DFW Global Entry accept walk ins?

Centers may accommodate walk-ins at their discretion, but you will need to contact them by phone or in person to see if they will make accommodation.

Does Global Entry really save time?

There are several benefits of Global Entry, with the largest one being saving time at airport security screenings. No one enjoys standing in long TSA lines, and having Global Entry can help you avoid that. In addition, here are a few more benefits of having Global Entry membership: It includes TSA Precheck™ membership.

What is the current wait time for Global Entry?

As of May 2022, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said the average processing time for new Global Entry applicants, start to finish, was 208 days.

What happens in a Global Entry interview?

During the 10- to 15-minute interview, expect to be questioned about your application and why you want to join the Global Entry program. The officer I spoke with was both friendly and professional and asked to see my conditional approval letter, passport and driver's license.

Do I need to renew TSA PreCheck if I have Global Entry?

All of the Department of Homeland Security's Trusted Traveler Programs are valid for five years, including TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, so once you pay for a membership, you will not have to do so again until it's set to expire.

Why am I not getting TSA PreCheck when I have Global Entry?

The most common problem is that their date of birth or government “known traveler number” has been entered incorrectly into a reservation. Other times, the name on the itinerary doesn't match the name used to enroll in PreCheck, Global Entry or one of the other government programs.

Do people get rejected from Global Entry?

According to the TSA, approximately 3-5% of the roughly 30,000 applicants that apply for Global Entry status every month will be denied. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) in most cases will issue a written reason for the denial, but this is not always the case.

What kind of background check is done for Global Entry?

Global Entry costs $100 for five years. You must apply, which means you'll undergo “a thorough background check against criminal, law enforcement, Customs, Immigration, Agriculture, and terrorist indices to include biometric fingerprint checks, and a personal interview with a CBP officer,” CBP said in an email.

How strict is Global Entry?

The Global Entry program has a strict membership standard. Once approved, Global Entry members can use our automated kiosks in most major U.S. airports, rather than having to go through the traditional arrival process. Global Entry Gets You in Faster and Easier.

Does a DUI Affect Global Entry?

In order to qualify for global entry, the traveler must submit an application and go through a criminal background check. The background check would reveal any arrests or convictions on the person's criminal record. A DUI arrest or conviction can result in the person being denied global entry privileges.

Is Global Entry harder to get than TSA PreCheck?

Applying for Global Entry is more of a hassle than TSA PreCheck. Here's why: Passport: You must already have a valid passport to apply for Global Entry. Getting a passport comes with its own costs and paperwork.

What happens if my boarding pass doesn't have TSA PreCheck?

If you still do not have a TSA PreCheck® indicator on your boarding pass, please call the TSA Contact Center at (866) 289-9673, submit an online form, or contact us at @AskTSA on Twitter and Facebook Messenger.