How do I know if my Global Entry was approved?

You can check the status of your application from your TTP Dashboard www.ttp.dhs.gov, which is displayed after you login. If your application status is "Pending Review" then your application has been received and is being processed. Please note that processing times vary by applicant.

Where do I find my Global Entry approval letter?

You can print out a copy of your conditional approval letter, which has this number on it, or just note your PASSID to bring to your appointment. To print the letter, log in to the TTP website and from the Dashboard display the Notification and then select the Download/print option.

How long does it take for my Global Entry to be approved?

For new Global Entry applicants, the processing time for an application can exceed 90 days. A full background check will be completed to ensure our potential members qualify for expedited processing into the United States.

Can I track my Global Entry card?

Just follow the signs to the Global Entry interview. ▶If your application says pending, go to ttp.cbp.dhs.gov, where you can check the status.

How long does it take for pending review to go through 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. Ouch. Long processing times to get signed up – and finding a Global Entry interview to finalize enrollment – have made it a months-long hassle for many flyers.

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How can I speed up my Global Entry approval?

Why is my Global Entry application still pending after 6 months?

Fueled by high demand, wait times of several months or more for Global Entry enrollment and renewal interviews continue to be common. "While many applications are quickly reviewed, in some cases the process can take from six to 18 months to complete," Customs and Border Protection, which runs the program, says online.

What if I never got my Global Entry card?

You can request a replacement card by logging into your TTP account and selecting Manage Membership. Next select Request for Global Entry Card. A $25 fee is charged for the replacement card.

Can I show my Global Entry card at TSA PreCheck?

No. To receive TSA PreCheck®, you must include your Known Traveler Number (your CBP PASSID for Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI members) in the appropriate field of your airline reservation, and the TSA PreCheck® indicator must be displayed on the boarding pass to access the lanes.

Can I go through TSA PreCheck with my Global Entry card?

U.S. citizens and U.S. lawful permanent residents enrolled in Global Entry, NEXUS or SENTRI are eligible to participate in TSA PreCheck^®, as well as Canadian citizens who are members of NEXUS.

What happens after Global Entry is approved?

Once you have been approved for Global Entry, your status is valid for five years. After this, you'll need to renew your membership to continue in the program.

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);

What is conditionally approved Global Entry?

What does conditional approval mean? Conditional approval is the term used to describe a Global Entry applicant who has submitted their Global Entry application AND passed initial vetting. Once you are conditionally approved, you may schedule your Global Entry interview.

How do I speak to someone at Global Entry?

If you have questions or concerns about your Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI membership, you may visit the Trusted Traveler Program website or contact Customs and Border Protection at (877) 227-5511 or by email.

Can Global Entry be used for domestic flights?

Global Entry membership cards are also valid for domestic flights under the new regulations, as are various forms of military ID, tribal-issued ID, and other government-issued IDs. You can see a full list of accepted documents on the TSA's website.

What countries accept Global Entry?

Why is it so hard to get a Global Entry interview?

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has alerted travelers on its website that all of its Trusted Traveler Programs — Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, and FAST — are experiencing “application processing delays,” leading to low interview availability.

Why doesn't my Global Entry give me TSA PreCheck?

What should I do? First, check that your membership has not expired by looking up your account here. If still active, confirm with your airline that your KTN, name, and date of birth are accurate and that your airline participates in TSA PreCheck®.

Can you get approved for Global Entry without an interview?

The EoA program eliminates the need for a Global Entry applicant to schedule an interview at an enrollment center to complete the application process.

Can I apply for TSA PreCheck while waiting for Global Entry approval?

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.

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

You cannot walk in for a Global Entry on arrival appointment unless you are just arriving from an international trip. Since it is a walk-in visit, an interview is not guaranteed if there is a long line, but it's worth a shot to try and get an earlier Global Entry appointment.

Is it harder to get Global Entry or TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck enrollment centers are located at many airports and other locations throughout the country, whereas Global Entry enrollment centers are usually located at international airports and land border crossings. Because of this, completing the TSA PreCheck interview process is easier for most applicants.

Can Global Entry application be rejected?

For some people, however, the eligibility and application process may be just as frustrating as a 2-hour security line. According to a New York Times article, 3 to 5 percent of the 30,000 Global Entry traveler applications submitted each month are rejected.

Is Global Entry active immediately after interview?

Within a few minutes you'll be confirmed for Global Entry (yay!) and be given a Known Traveler Number (KTN) that you can start using immediately to be eligible for TSA PreCheck.

Can I use my Global Entry card instead of my passport?

Using Your Global Entry Card

The card is not valid for entry into Canada via the NEXUS lanes. Only your passport or lawful permanent resident card are accepted at Global Entry kiosks. The Global Entry cards are not accepted into Canada via the cannot be used at Global Entry kiosks.