- Soonest interview (snapshot)Fri Oct 30, 2026, 8:40 AM (local time)
Checked Oct 28, 2026, 3:28 AM UTC in the CBP scheduler. Slots open and close constantly. - Address27 Customs Loop
Houlton, ME 04730 - ProgramsGlobal Entry · NEXUS
- Time zoneAmerica/New_York
Directions from CBP
<///////> The Houlton Enrollment Center is located at Houlton, ME Port of Entry, towards the end of I-95 North. <///////> If coming from Canada, please tell the Primary Officer that you are applying for entry to the US for a Trusted Traveler interview and you will be directed to the Enrollment Center. You will travel to the right of the Primary Lanes towards the USDA building where you will see an orange barricade near the door and a sign for "FAST EXPRESS" above the USDA placard. Be mindful of truck traffic, as you will be crossing the exit for the commercial cargo lane. Enter the door under the sign for the Enrollment Center, which is located at the end of the hallway. Seating is located outside of the office door. <///////> If you are coming from the US, cross under the Exit 305 overpass, take the first left (follow signage for "NEXUS/GE Enrollment Center") and drive across the parking lot to the USDA building where you will see an orange barricade near the door and a sign for "FAST EXPRESS" above the USDA placard. Be mindful of passenger and truck traffic merging onto I-95 South. Enter the door under the sign for the Enrollment Center, which is located at the end of the hallway. Seating is located outside of the office door. You may see a "No Admittance" sign when turning off I-95 North; please disregard this sign for all official purposes, such as this interview.
Notes from CBP
<///////> The Houlton Enrollment Center is located in the US. ALL PERSONS ATTENDING/ACCOMPANYING MUST BE ADMISSIBLE TO THE US. Be sure to have all required documents for your admission to the US (passport, US visa, ESTA, EVUS, etc). <///////> The Houlton Enrollment Center only conducts Global Entry, NEXUS and FAST North in-person interviews. All applicants are required to bring proof of citizenship, birth certificates, passports if applicable, and verification of permanent physical address and mailing address to their appointment. <///////> *Applicants must be able to provide evidence that they are admissible to the US.*
Shown exactly as published in CBP's scheduler; some notes may be outdated, so call the center if unsure.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.
Map: Houlton Enrollment Center and nearby PreCheck sites
Interactive map of 7 locations
- IDEMIA (PreCheck)
- Telos (PreCheck)
- CLEAR (PreCheck)
- Global Entry / NEXUS / SENTRI
Pins placed with the U.S. Census Bureau geocoder. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Closest TSA PreCheck sites
Only need PreCheck? These are the nearest enrollment sites on tsa.gov's list.
- TSA PreCheck · IDEMIA
Presque Isle, ME-2nd St
39 2nd St
≈ 39.3 mi away (straight line)
Presque Isle, ME 04769 - TSA PreCheck · IDEMIA
Bangor, ME-Hammond St
611 Hammond St, Ste 2
≈ 104.4 mi away (straight line)
Bangor, ME 04401 - TSA PreCheck · IDEMIA
Portland, ME-Brighton Ave
1210 Brighton Ave
≈ 210.5 mi away (straight line)
Portland, ME 04102 - TSA PreCheck · CLEAR
Staples - South Portland, ME
443 Western Ave
≈ 212.5 mi away (straight line)
South Portland, ME 04106 - TSA PreCheck · CLEAR
Staples - Newington, NH
45 Gosling Rd
≈ 257.2 mi away (straight line)
Newington, NH 03801 - TSA PreCheck · IDEMIA
Hampton, NH-Exeter Rd
299 Exeter Rd
≈ 266.6 mi away (straight line)
Hampton, NH 03842
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.
Other enrollment centers in Maine
- Global Entry · NEXUS
Calais Enrollment Center
3 Customs Street
Soonest slot: Thu Oct 29, 2026, 8:15 AM (local)
Calais, ME 04619
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FAQ
How do I book a Global Entry interview at Houlton Enrollment Center?
Apply and get conditional approval on ttp.dhs.gov, then pick Houlton Enrollment Center in the official scheduler. When we checked (Oct 28, 2026, 3:28 AM UTC), the soonest open slot was Fri Oct 30, 2026, 8:40 AM.
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.
All Global Entry centers · TSA PreCheck in Maine · National finder
Center details: CBP Trusted Traveler Programs scheduler (location ID 5101), last checked October 28, 2026. Soonest slot checked Oct 28, 2026, 3:28 AM UTC.