Travelers eager to bypass long lines at U.S. airports using Global Entry will now have to pay increased fees.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced a price hike for applying to or renewing its Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP), which includes Global Entry, NEXUS, and SENTRI, marking the first increase in more than 15 years, as stated in a press release.

Previously priced differently, the fees for the three programs were harmonized to a uniform cost of $120, effective October 1, following a rule change on April 2.

In 2023, there were 4.1 million applications submitted for new or renewing TTP memberships. Each program has a membership duration of five years, with the option to renew in the year leading up to expiration.

“As these programs have developed and expanded, adjusting the fee structures is essential to their ongoing management and operation,” the agency explained in the press release.

• The most significant fee increase applies to NEXUS, a collaborative program between CBP and the Canada Border Services Agency that facilitates expedited entry between the U.S. and Canada. Its previous fee of $50 has surged by 140%.
• SENTRI, which allows for faster entry between the U.S. and Mexico at select land border crossings, transitioned from an “a la carte” pricing structure to a standardized fee of $120.
• The charge for Global Entry, a widely-used pre-screening airport program that grew by 22% last year, has increased by 20%, from $100 to $120. This is the first price increase for Global Entry since it was launched in 2008. Members of Global Entry enjoy TSA PreCheck benefits, enabling expedited security processing and quicker customs clearance at 77 airports as of 2023.