Step 1 - Apply for Global Entry
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 ApplicationStep 2 - Wait for conditional approval
After 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.
Step 3 - Schedule Your Global Entry interview
Congratulations! You've been conditionally approved for Global Entry. The next step is to schedule your interview at Sault Ste Marie Enrollment Center.
- Click the button below to open the DHS Trusted Traveler Program website.
- Scroll down to your state (MI)
- Click on Sault Ste Marie Enrollment Center
- Click on the "Chose This Location" button to see the available timeslots at Sault Ste Marie Enrollment Center
Step 4 - Skip the Global Entry Interview wait time
You might notice that Sault Ste Marie 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 Sault Ste Marie 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.
Sign Up For Global Entry AlertsSault Ste Marie Enrollment Center Details
Directions: Driving in the U.S.: I-75 north to exit 394. Left on Easterday Ave. Right on Portage St. Travel approximately ½ mile to CBP Building. Parking lot is on the right side of the road. Enter the building from the center elevator to the 1st floor. Driving in from Canada: Take first exit immediately after paying at toll booth. Turn right onto Portage. CBP building parking lot is on the right side of the road. Enter the building from the center elevator to the 1st floor.
Notes: Documents needed for your interview: a Birth Certificate or legible copy, Drivers License, valid Passport, Citizenship Certificate, Proof of Citizenship or Permanent Resident Card. Please be prompt and timely adhering to your appointment time.