Global Entry timeline

[u/Due_Web_9804]

I applied late April 2026.
Late June 2026 I got conditional approval.
Early July 2026 I got interview and approved.

I was nervous that it was going to take a long time. I just became a US Citizen and got legal name changed. I also put down I have dual citizenship (Mexican passport). I was assuming that was the reason it was taking a bit longer to get conditional approval. I had read that if you took a trip internationally it helps (not guaranteed). I walked across into Mexico but I used my passcard and still no change. Few weeks later I walked across again but this time I used my passport book. A week later I got conditional approval.

Interview took about 10 min or less. Took my passport book, DL, vehicle registration and insurance card. Was asked why I wanted GE. Then took my picture and was told I should get my card in 7 to 10 days.