Global Entry Program: About The Program

The Global Entry pilot was developed to implement a single integrated passenger processing system that will expedite the movement of frequent international air travelers. Global Entry provides an alternative Passport Control process for pre-approved, pre-screened eligible travelers.

What are the benefits?

Global Entry allows members to enter the United States more quickly by using automated kiosks located in the U.S. Arrivals area of select airports. The Global Entry program uses fingerprint biometric technology to verify a registered member and confirm their status.

Who qualifies?

Participation in the Global Entry pilot is voluntary. Only U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents of the U.S are eligible to apply for membership. No person will be eligible for this pilot if they have been convicted of a criminal offense in any country; if they have ever been found in violation of the customs or immigration laws of the U.S. or any serious criminal offense; or provide false or incomplete information on their application. Additionally, no person will be eligible if they are determined to present a potential risk for terrorism, criminality, smuggling, or unlawful immigration. Children under the age of fourteen are not eligible to participate in the test. Children fourteen years of age and older, but under the age of eighteen, will require written consent of a parent or legal guardian.

If an individual does not meet the requirements of Global Entry, their application will be denied.

How do I apply?

Global Entry utilizes the Global Enrollment System (GES), Global On-line Enrollment System (GOES) application. You will need to sign on to GOES, set up a user account, fill out the application and submit it electronically through the system.

The link for GOES can be found on the CBP web site at globalentry.gov. Once CBP has received and reviewed an application, applicants will receive a message in their GOES account with a link to schedule their interview at one of the Global Entry Enrollment Centers at participating airports.

What does it cost?

An application processing fee of $100 per applicant will be charged at the time of enrollment through GOES. Membership for participants will be valid for the duration of the pilot not to exceed 5 years.

What documents must I provide with my application?

At a minimum, you must provide a valid machine-readable U.S. passport and one other form of identification at the time of interview. If you are a permanent resident of the U.S. you must provide your machine-readable permanent resident card and one other form of identification that supports your residency claim.