What to Expect After Your Global Entry Interview

Learn what happens after your Global Entry interview, including approval status and receiving your Known Traveler Number.

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After a Global Entry interview, your application status might be approved on the spot or take a few days for further review. If approved, you'll receive a Known Traveler Number (KTN), which you'll use when booking flights. Your Global Entry card will arrive by mail within 7-10 business days and must be activated online. Once active, you'll enjoy expedited customs and immigration processing. Check your application status regularly if immediate approval isn’t given.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How long does it take to get approved after a Global Entry interview? Approval can be immediate or take a few days for further review after the interview.
  2. What is a Known Traveler Number? A Known Traveler Number (KTN) is issued upon Global Entry approval, which you use in travel bookings for expedited processing.
  3. How do I activate my Global Entry card? Your Global Entry card must be activated online after it arrives in the mail.
  4. What benefits does Global Entry provide? Global Entry offers expedited processing through customs and immigration, making travel smoother.

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