Global Entry applications could take up to 11 months to process
Global Entry application delays
U.S. Customs and Border Protection says Global Entry applications could take up to 11 months to process.
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According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, applications for the Global Entry program could take up to 11 months to process.
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According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, the U.S.' Global Entry program was shut down temporarily in 2020 and staff is now dealing with a backlog of applications, plus a record number of people are filing applications.
The program helps expedite U.S. travelers' return to the country through customs and immigration.
CBP says some applications may be processed more quickly, but they cannot anticipate a completion date for any specific application. The process cannot be expedited, officials say.
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