United States | Global Entry applications now available for all eligible Australian citizens

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced that Australian citizens are now able to apply for Global Entry through the Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) platform.

Key Points:

• In addition to CBP screening, applicants must complete required background checks conducted by Australian authorities. The Australian Department of Home Affairs has resumed processing Global Entry applications for all eligible citizens.
• The announcement outlines the application process that includes but is not limited to the following:
  • Australian citizens must begin the process by submitting a Global Entry application through CBP’s Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) website and paying the applicable nonrefundable fee.
  • After the TTP application is submitted, the Australian Department of Home Affairs will issue an invitation to complete the Australian background‑check portion of the process, along with paying the applicable fees.
  • Applicants can monitor their Global Entry status — including pending risk assessment, conditional approval or denial — in their TTP dashboard.
  • Once conditionally approved, applicants may schedule an interview at a Global Entry Enrollment Center or complete the interview through Enrollment on Arrival (EoA) when entering the United States. EoA does not require an appointment.
  • Applicants must bring their passport and a photo ID showing their current residential address to the interview. CBP officers will conduct an interview and collect required biometric information.
  • After the interview, CBP will issue a final eligibility decision through the applicant’s TTP dashboard.
  • Approved Global Entry benefits take effect immediately.
• Global Entry membership is valid for five years.
• More details can be found on the Australian Department of Home Affairs Global Entry Program webpage.

Additional Information: Australia officially became a Global Entry partner country in January 2025.

This alert has been provided by the BAL U.S. Practice Group.

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