The Global Entry program, which has been shut down since March 19 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, will open enrollment centers again starting July 6, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency under Homeland Security announced.
The popular program enables international travelers to re-enter the United States on an expedited basis. But enrollment centers have been closed due to COVID-19 since March. It costs $100 to join and meets the Real ID requirements for domestic air travel imposed by Congress after 9/11.
Beginning July 6, conditionally approved applicants for Global Entry applicants will be able to complete in-person interviews, scheduled in advance, at Trusted Traveler Program enrollment centers, according to a Customs and Border Patrol release.
Before: CBP extends closure of Global Entry enrollment centers until June
There will be changes amid the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.
Both enrollment center personnel and applicants will be required to wear protective masks at all times. Sign-in sheets and other touch points have been eliminated, seating has been reduced in the waiting area along with other social distancing measures. Protective plexiglass barriers have been placed at the service counter. (USA TODAY)
