You must first apply for the Global Entry program through the DHS Trusted Traveler Programs website. You will be asked to pay a $100 fee for a 5 year membership. You will also have to fill out questions regarding your background.
Note: You are able to waive the $100 fee if you pay using one of these travel credit cards .
Start Your Global Entry ApplicationAfter your application has been submitted, you will have to wait for conditional approval. Conditional approval means that you have been pre approved for the Global Entry program, but you need to schedule an interview to finalize your application.
The conditional approval process can take anywhere from 24 hours to multiple months, depending on the volume of applications, your background, etc.
Congratulations! You've been conditionally approved for Global Entry. The next step is to schedule your interview at Detroit Enrollment Center Global Entry.
You might notice that Detroit Enrollment Center Global Entry is showing "No appointments available for this location", or the next appointment available is months out.
So what can you do?
Global Entry interview appointments are constantly cancelled, rescheduled, and added. This means that if you can monitor the interview slots, you can find an appointment that fits your schedule.
This is exactly what Global Entry Alerts does. We monitor the interview slots at Detroit Enrollment Center Global Entry and send you an SMS alert when an appointment opens up. This way, you can skip the long wait time and book your interview as soon as this week.
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Directions: The Enrollment Center is located on the U.S. side of the Ambassador Bridge at the Fort Street Cargo Facility. Do not panic when you see the sign “no re-entry to the United States”. Most Navigation systems have not been updated for this area. The WAZE app will guide you to the facility by entering “Detroit Enrollment Center (FAST/NEXUS)” into the app. Download the WAZE app from your app store. You may also follow these directions: Step 1) Choose Your Starting Point FROM CANADA: Take the Ambassador Bridge. After the tollbooths, use the I-75 South ramp. Exit on Clark Street. Turn left on Clark Street. Turn left on Grand Blvd West. Follow the bridge to Canada sign. FROM I-75: Take the exit 47 B Bridge to Canada. Follow the bridge to Canada sign. FROM I-94: Take the exit 213 B to I-96E. Take the exit 192 B Bridge to Canada. Follow the bridge to Canada sign. FROM I-96: Take the exit 192 B Bridge to Canada. Follow the bridge to Canada sign. Step 2) Do not panic when you see the sign “No Re-Entry to the United States”. Step 3) Continue on the service route that leads to the Ambassador Bridge. Step 4) Merge left and you will see a blue sign on the left hand side of the road that says “Cargo Facility / Enrollment Center” and proceed underneath the bridge. Step 5) Under the bridge, you will find a key pad, please press button to be remotely greeted. Step 6) After you are released, approach the gate and wait for it to open. Turn right and continue to the second building on your left. Park in the designated NEXUS/FAST parking area.
Notes: Thank you for scheduling your appointment at the Detroit Enrollment Center (EC), Detroit, MI. Please print and follow the instructions to assist you during your visit. Firearms and Weapons of any kind are not allowed anywhere within the Fort Street Cargo Facility. Due to Limited Parking, you will not be allowed in our facility more than thirty minutes in advance of your appointment time. In response to the threat of COVID-19, the Enrollment Center (EC) is taking necessary precautions to keep its employees and the public safe and healthy by implementing safety measures to promote social distancing. CBP will continue to support the whole-of-government response to the outbreak and follow the State of Michigan mandated guidelines. All applicants arriving to the Detroit EC are required to practice social distancing (face masks are optional). Documents to Bring: Proof of Citizenship, Driver License, proof of employment, and any other supporting documents you believe will assist with your application, such as Certified Court Disposition for Arrest (if you were ever arrested). Special instructions for applicants: Firearms and Weapons of any kind are not allowed anywhere within the Facility. If using a Rideshare Service (Uber/Lyft) please ask your driver to wait for you until your interview is completed. Food or Drinks are not allowed in the EC. Electronic Communications Devices must be turned off. Due to limited space, event access is strictly limited to the applicant/s being interviewed (excluding minor children). Additional guest may be asked to wait in the vehicle. Due to Limited Parking, You will not be allowed in our facility more than one hour in advance of your appointment time. For more information, go to https://ttp.cbp.dhs.gov/
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