Global Entry Program (GEP) of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for Indian Citizens

Global Entry Program (GEP) of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for Indian Citizens

Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States. Members enter the United States through automatic kiosks at select U.S. airports  

How to Apply for Global Entry:

Citizens of India are eligible for Global Entry. Applications must be submitted through CBP’s Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) website  

With effect from 1st October 2019 the application for background check for GEP for Indian citizens in Bahrain are acceptable at Embassy of India, Bahrain. Application Process for background check for GEP is as follows:

1. Apply Online with US CBP: Apply and complete application process at TTP website https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry   of US CBP.

2. For the applicants presently living in Bahrain, after completion of step ‘1’, he/she needs to submit the requisite information in the website of Global Passport Seva Project (https://embassy.passportindia.gov.in/  ) for completion of background check in India. After completion of online submission, he/she should submit the application at IVS (outsourced agency) office, along with the applicable fee of BD 9.5 and required original documents.

Embassy of India Bahrain