Global Entry processing time

Name: Global Entry wait-time data
Creator: QueueCheck

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Global Entry: processing varies by applicant and interview availability

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Global Entry: processing varies by applicant and interview availability

Updated Jul 17

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Global Entry: processing varies by applicant and interview availability
Updated Jul 17, 2026, 2:17 PM
Global Entry: processing varies by applicant and interview availability

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How long does Global Entry take in United States?

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Jul 17, 2026

Global Entry wait depends on both approval review and interview access

CBP says Trusted Traveler vetting normally happens within two weeks, but applications needing extra review can take much longer before the interview stage.