- Soonest interview (snapshot)Wed Oct 28, 2026, 2:20 PM (local time)
Checked Oct 28, 2026, 3:28 AM UTC in the CBP scheduler. Slots open and close constantly. - AddressCharlotte-Douglas International Airport, 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28208 - Phone(980) 235-1622
- ProgramsGlobal Entry
- Time zoneAmerica/New_York
Directions from CBP
The Charlotte CBP Global Entry Enrollment Center is in the International Arrivals Area, on the lower level; the closest parking is the hourly parking deck. Upon entering the terminal, via the Skywalk from the fifth floor of the hourly parking deck, go down two levels for Arrivals. Look for the baggage belt eight (8) Once past baggage belt eight there will be a door on the right. Walk down the hall and turn left at the end of the hallway. Turn left and proceed down the hallway that says, “Arriving International Flights DO NOT ENTER.” At the end of the hallway, before the double doors, there will be a freestanding Global Entry sign pointing toward the office on the right. NOTE: Charlotte Douglas Airport is currently under construction; if you have been to the enrollment center in the past, things are drastically different. Please excuse the appearance on your walk to the office.
Notes from CBP
Please visit the airport’s website at www.cltairport.com for detailed parking information; the closest parking is the Hourly lot as it is directly across from the building. NOTE: The Charlotte CBP Global Entry Enrollment Center does not validate parking. Masks are optional. Passport and Driver's License/ Proof of Residency are required.
Shown exactly as published in CBP's scheduler; some notes may be outdated, so call the center if unsure.
Fees
- $120Global Entry, 5 years
- $120NEXUS
- $120SENTRI
- $0Minors applying with a GE parent
Per the CBP fee announcement (effective Oct 1, 2024) and cbp.gov, checked October 28, 2026.
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Global Entry vs TSA PreCheck vs NEXUS vs CLEAR
| Feature | TSA PreCheck | Global Entry | NEXUS | SENTRI | CLEAR+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Run by | TSA (enroll via IDEMIA, Telos or CLEAR) | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | CBP and Canada Border Services Agency | CBP | CLEAR, a private company |
| Fee | $79.75 IDEMIA · $84.95 CLEAR · $85.00 Telos | $120 | $120 | $120 | Set by CLEAR (not a government fee) |
| Valid for | 5 years | 5 years | 5 years | 5 years | Annual membership |
| TSA PreCheck lanes | Yes | Yes, included | Yes, for eligible members | Yes, for eligible members | No: CLEAR verifies ID only; pair with PreCheck |
| Faster re-entry to the U.S. | No | Yes, at participating U.S. airports | Yes, U.S.–Canada | Yes, U.S.–Mexico land border | No |
| In-person step | Short visit for fingerprints and photo | CBP interview, or Enrollment on Arrival | Interview at a NEXUS center | Interview at a SENTRI center | Visit a CLEAR pod |
| Kids | 17 and under ride free with an enrolled parent | No fee for minors when a parent applies or is a member | Apply individually | Apply individually | Per CLEAR's terms |
| Best for | Domestic-only flyers | Anyone flying abroad even occasionally | Frequent U.S.–Canada travel | Frequent U.S.–Mexico driving | Very frequent flyers at CLEAR airports |
Checked October 28, 2026. TSA PreCheck fees and the kids rule: tsa.gov/precheck. Global Entry, NEXUS and SENTRI ($120 each since Oct 1, 2024; minors free with a parent for Global Entry): CBP fee announcement, Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI. CLEAR+ is a private membership; tsa.gov notes CLEAR issues a CLEAR+ code for $134 after PreCheck enrollment. Fees change: confirm before you pay.
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FAQ
How do I book a Global Entry interview at Charlotte-Douglas Airport?
Apply and get conditional approval on ttp.dhs.gov, then pick Charlotte-Douglas Airport in the official scheduler. When we checked (Oct 28, 2026, 3:28 AM UTC), the soonest open slot was Wed Oct 28, 2026, 2:20 PM.
What should I bring to the Global Entry interview?
CBP asks for a valid passport (or a permanent resident card for lawful permanent residents) and a document that proves your current address, such as a driver's license or a utility bill. Check your conditional approval letter for the full list.
Do I have to interview at an enrollment center?
No. Conditionally approved applicants can use Enrollment on Arrival when they return from an international trip at participating airports, with no appointment.
Is Global Entry worth it over TSA PreCheck?
Global Entry costs $120 for 5 years and includes TSA PreCheck, plus faster U.S. customs when you come home from abroad. If you will fly internationally at all in the next 5 years, it is usually the better value; the trade-off is a CBP interview.
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Center details: CBP Trusted Traveler Programs scheduler (location ID 14321), last checked October 28, 2026. Soonest slot checked Oct 28, 2026, 3:28 AM UTC.