Advertiser Disclosure

Many of the credit card offers that appear on this site are from credit card companies from which we receive financial compensation. This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site (including, for example, the order in which they appear). However, the credit card information that we publish has been written and evaluated by experts who know these products inside out. We only recommend products we either use ourselves or endorse. This site does not include all credit card companies or all available credit card offers that are on the market. See our advertising policy here where we list advertisers that we work with, and how we make money. You can also review our credit card rating methodology.

Which Credit Card Issuers Are Updating Global Entry Benefits for the Fee Increase?

Ryan Smith's image
Ryan Smith
Ryan Smith's image

Ryan Smith

News Managing Editor

315 Published Articles 468 Edited Articles

Countries Visited: 197U.S. States Visited: 50

Ryan completed his goal of visiting every country in the world in December of 2023 and now plans to let his wife choose their destinations. Over the years, he’s written about award travel for publicat...
Edited by: Michael Y. Park
Michael Y. Park's image

Michael Y. Park

Senior Editor & Content Contributor

28 Published Articles 518 Edited Articles

Countries Visited: 60+U.S. States Visited: 50

Michael Y. Park is a journalist living in New York City. He’s traveled through Afghanistan disguised as a Hazara Shi’ite, slept with polar bears on the Canadian tundra, picnicked with the king and que...
& Kellie Jez
Kellie Jez's image

Kellie Jez

Director of Operations & Compliance

6 Published Articles 1238 Edited Articles

Countries Visited: 10U.S. States Visited: 20

Kellie’s professional experience has led her to a deep passion for compliance, data reporting, and process improvement. Kellie’s learned the ins and outs of the points and miles world and leads UP’s c...
Jump to Section

We may be compensated when you click on product links, such as credit cards, from one or more of our advertising partners. Terms apply to the offers below. See our Advertising Policy for more about our partners, how we make money, and our rating methodology. Opinions and recommendations are ours alone.

One of my favorite benefits when traveling is Global Entry. I think it’s easily worth the fee. Unfortunately, that fee is going up.

When we first heard about the fee increase, we wondered how this would affect credit cards providing a Global Entry application fee credit — would they adjust or would they keep the benefit the same, leaving you to cover the additional cost yourself?

Luckily, there’s good news here, as major credit card issuers have all adjusted their benefits, letting you enjoy Global Entry with no out-of-pocket cost. Here’s the latest on how each issuer is treating the increased fee and credit cards providing Global Entry benefits.

Increased Global Entry Fee

Presently, a 5-year Global Entry membership costs $100. As we learned back in April, that number is going up to $120, starting on October 1, 2024.

Another element to this change involves minors: Those with a parent or guardian who has Global Entry can access these arrival lanes at no charge when traveling together.

Citi Adjusting Global Entry Benefit

Citi was first to report that it would adjust its Global Entry benefit to match the increased fee. There are 2 Citi credit cards offering a Global Entry fee statement credit: the Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® and Citi Prestige® Card, though the Citi Prestige card is closed to new applicants. This benefit, starting October 1, 2024, will offer up to $120 in statement credits every 4 years.

APC Global Entry kiosk
Expedite your entry at no out-of-pocket cost. Image Credit: James Tourtellotte via U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Chase Adjusting Global Entry Benefit

Just 5 days after Citi’s announcement, Chase announced it would also adjust the Global Entry benefit, providing up to $120 in statement credits when the fee increases on October 1, 2024. This benefit will continue to be available every 4 years.

Many Chase credit cards offer this benefit, including Chase Sapphire Reserve®, United℠ Explorer Card, Aeroplan® Credit Card, and the Southwest Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card.

Barclays Adjusting Benefit on 1 Card

While several Barclays-issued credit cards offer a statement credit for your Global Entry application fee, most of them aren’t increasing this benefit. The only card seeing an increase to $120 in this benefit is the AAdvantage® Aviator® Silver Mastercard®, which isn’t open to new applicants. However, you can find this adjusted benefit mentioned among the card’s perks.

American Express Adjusting Global Entry Benefit

On October 1, 2024, American Express will also increase the maximum statement credit to up to $120, available once every 4 years for Global Entry application fees. Additional terms apply, which you can read here.

Numerous Amex cards offer this benefit, including The Platinum Card® from American Express, The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, Centurion® Card from American Express, and Business Centurion® Card from American Express. However, there also exist co-branded cards offering this expanded perk, including Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card and Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card, for example.

Hot Tip:

Capital One Adjusting Global Entry Benefit

When the fee goes up from $100 to $120 on October 1, 2024, the maximum coverage amount will also go up on the Capital One cards offering this benefit. Those include the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit CardInformation collected independently. Not reviewed by Capital One., Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit CardInformation collected independently. Not reviewed by Capital One., Capital One Venture X Business CardInformation collected independently. Not reviewed by Capital One., and Capital One Spark Miles for BusinessInformation collected independently. Not reviewed by Capital One..

PenFed Adjusting Global Entry Benefit

On October 1, 2024, the PenFed Pathfinder® Rewards Visa Signature® Card will also see an adjusted benefit. The maximum reimbursement will go up to $120 to match the increased application fee for Global Entry.

Final Thoughts

The cost of Global Entry is going up, from $100 to $120, on October 1. Luckily, many of the credit cards providing reimbursement for your application fee will cover this increased cost. A Global Entry membership is good for 5 years and can help you avoid lines when returning to the U.S. Even better, you can enjoy these benefits at no cost by paying with the right credit card.

The information regarding the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Capital One Venture X Business Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information for the Citi Prestige® Card has been collected independently by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding AAdvantage® Aviator® Silver Mastercard® was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Centurion® Card from American Express was independently collected by Upgraded Points and was not provided nor reviewed by the issuer. 
The information regarding the Business Centurion® Card from American Express was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the PenFed Pathfinder® Rewards Visa Signature® Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

Information regarding the Capital One Spark Miles for Business was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer. 
For rates and fees of The Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® card, click here.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card, click here.

Ryan Smith's image

About Ryan Smith

Ryan completed his goal of visiting every country in the world in December of 2023 and now plans to let his wife choose their destinations. Over the years, he’s written about award travel for publications including AwardWallet, The Points Guy, USA Today Blueprint, CNBC Select, Tripadvisor, and Forbes Advisor.

INSIDERS ONLY: UP PULSE

Deluxe Travel Provided by UP Pulse

Get the latest travel tips, crucial news, flight & hotel deal alerts...

Plus — expert strategies to maximize your points & miles by joining our (free) newsletter.

We respect your privacy. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA. Google's privacy policy  and terms of service  apply.

Deluxe Travel Provided by UP Pulse
DMCA.com Protection Status