You must first apply for the Global Entry program through the DHS Trusted Traveler Programs website. You will be asked to pay a $120 fee for a 5 year membership. You will also have to fill out questions regarding your background.
Note: You are able to waive the $120 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 Hidalgo Enrollment Center.
You might notice that Hidalgo Enrollment Center 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 Hidalgo Enrollment Center 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.
Click below to sign up and cut months off your Global Entry interview appointment wait time.
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Anzalduas International Bridge
5911 S. STEWART ROAD
Mission, TX 78572
Phone Number: +1 (956) 205-7929
Directions: The Hidalgo Enrollment Center is located at the Anzalduas International Bridge. 4.6 miles South of I-2 on Bryan Road / Anzalduas Highway Mission, TX. Look for large yellow barrels on left hand side of road. Take road on left hand side of barrels to the public parking area.
Notes: Arriving more than 15 minutes late to your scheduled appointment may result in being rescheduled to the next available appointment. Please bring all necessary travel documents, proof of residency, solvency and if you have a vehicle included on your application, proof of current insurance and registration. Due to COVID-19 a facemask will be required to be worn to enter the facility.
Make sure to bring the following documents to your Global Entry interview at Hidalgo Enrollment Center:
Follow these tips to ensure a smooth Global Entry interview experience:
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