Appt Helper
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Find the perfect fit for your travel needs. Review the application requirements, costs, and perks of DHS programs to skip the long lines at the border.
The Global Standard
International air travelers arriving in the US.
Southern Border Specialist
Frequent land border crossers between Mexico and the US.
Northern Border Essential
Frequent travelers between the US and Canada.
| Feature | Global Entry | NEXUS | SENTRI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $100 | $50 | $122.25 |
| TSA PreCheck Included | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Expedited US Entry | ✅ Yes | US/Canada only | US/Mexico only |
| Interview Required | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Avg Wait Time (2024) | 4–18 months | 2–6 months | 3–9 months |
Global Entry provides the broadest international travel benefits of any Trusted Traveler Program, including expedited clearance at over 75 U.S. airports.
Regardless of which Trusted Traveler program you choose, the largest bottleneck is securing an appointment for your final approval interview. Demand is currently at an all-time high, leaving applicants waiting 4 to 11 months just to get a date at their local airport or border crossing.
That's where we come in. Our monitoring service scans the enrollment calendar 24/7 and sends you a text alert as soon as someone cancels, letting you snipe the slot and get your interview done in days—not months.