When I go through the TTP application questionnaire, I select my county of citizenship as India, and choose "I'm a permanent resident of Canada". How do I apply for global entry, instead of NEXUS? I don't get the option to do so.
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Canadian Permanent Residents aren't eligible for Global Entry on that basis alone (chart)
The eligible Global Entry list is as follows :
- U.S. citizens
- U.S. lawful permanent residents
- and select foreign nationals
But you are eligible as an Indian citizen, in which case you must follow the instructions for an Indian citizen, which will include an interview in person, in India
Excerpt from the Indian Nationals page make sure to check the link for updates
- Apply Online with CBP: Complete a TTP online application and pay the $100 non-refundable application fee.
- After completion of step ‘1’ applicants need to submit the requisite information, along with the applicable fee of ₹500, in the Passport Seva Portal, www.passportindia.gov.in for their background check in India. In addition to this, all Indian applicants must schedule an in-person interview at the respective Passport Seva Kendra/Passport Seva Laghu Kendra (PSK/PSLK) office as per their residential jurisdiction in India (as per the address furnished online). During the interview, Indian citizens will have their fingerprints and photo captured and complete other formalities. A visit to the PSK/PSLK is based on prior appointment only.
- If the applicant is not presently living in India, it is recommended that they apply for Global Entry prior to their next trip to India so that the appointment at the PSK/PSLK office can be completed during their visit.
- Schedule an Interview in the U.S.: Once your application is reviewed, you will receive a message in your TTP account instructing you to schedule an interview at one of the Global Entry Enrollment Centers. If you are unable to schedule an in-person interview, you may opt to use the Enrollment On Arrival (EoA) option that is immediately available while entering the U.S. from an international country. No appointment is required for the EoA process. Additional information regarding EoA is available on the Enrollment on Arrival website.
- Interview Determines Your Eligibility: A U.S. Customs Border Protection officer will ask you questions, take your photo, and collect your fingerprints.
- Provide Identification: Bring your valid passport(s) and one other form of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card to the interview. If you are a lawful permanent resident, you must present your permanent resident card.
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Thank you. I understand that I’m eligible for global entry as an Indian citizen. The problem is this - I have Canadian permanent residency as well. So the initial questionnaire (the one that determines your eligiblity for all trusted traveler programs) asks me what country I’m a citizen of, to which I answer “India”. The next question asks me to choose from the following. 1. I’m a Lawful permanent resident of the US 2. I’m a permanent resident of Canada 3. I’m a permanent resident of Mexico 4. None of the above– surcasmCommented Dec 3, 2022 at 10:14
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The moment I choose option 2, I get only two options to choose from: NEXUS and SENTRI. If I choose option 4 (which would be inaccurate), I get “Global Entry” as an option in addition to NEXUS and SENTRI. So in short, I don’t get the global entry option if I’m a Canadian permanent resident, even if I’m an Indian citizen.– surcasmCommented Dec 3, 2022 at 10:15
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1@surcasm Did you find the answer to this question? I am also stuck in the same boat, and the website is not showing me Global Entry as an option. Commented Nov 30, 2023 at 16:11