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IMPACT – MEDIUM
Beginning Monday, Argentine nationals will be eligible to apply for the Global Entry program, a trusted-traveler program that allows preapproved, low-risk travelers to use automated kiosks when clearing immigration at designated airports rather than having to wait in line.
Argentina will become the 10th country whose nationals will be eligible for Global Entry and will become the second South American country, following Colombia, to join the program.
Key points:
Background: Global Entry members bypass manned immigration inspection queues at entry points and undergo automated clearance at 52 U.S. airports and 15 preclearance locations, significantly reducing wait times upon arrival. Argentina joins Colombia, Germany, Mexico, the Netherlands, Panama, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland and the United Kingdom among countries that have Global Entry arrangements with the U.S.. Canadian nationals and those enrolled in NEXUS are also permitted to use Global Entry kiosks. Additional details are available on this CBP website.
BAL Analysis: Argentine nationals who are frequent travelers will benefit from the program, as their entry clearance will be expedited at dozens of airports. Global Entry members may also benefit from TSA security prescreening at designated international airports before boarding a flight to the U.S. Travelers are reminded that Global Entry does not ensure admission and they must still secure an appropriate visa before travel.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact BerryApplemanLeiden@bal.com.
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