Does Everyone Receive a Global Entry Card? Eligibility and Activation Explained
Learn who is eligible for a Global Entry card and how to activate it for land and sea travel. Find out why not all members get the card.
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No, not everyone gets a Global Entry card. Only Global Entry members who are U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or Mexican nationals receive a card. If you are eligible, you must activate it through your Trusted Traveler Program account. The card is primarily for use at land and sea ports; for air travel, your passport or U.S. lawful permanent resident card is sufficient.
FAQs & Answers
- Who is eligible to receive a Global Entry card? Only Global Entry members who are U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, or Mexican nationals receive a Global Entry card.
- Do all Global Entry members get a physical card? No, only eligible members from certain citizenships receive a physical Global Entry card; others use their passport or permanent resident card for air travel.
- How do I activate my Global Entry card? Eligible members must activate their Global Entry card through their Trusted Traveler Program account before use.
- When should I use my Global Entry card? The Global Entry card is primarily used at land and sea ports of entry, while air travelers typically use their passport or lawful permanent resident card.