What To Know
- After your Global Entry membership is approved, submit a reimbursement request to Southwest within 120 days of the application fee being charged to your card.
- The Global Entry application fee must be charged to your Southwest credit card within 120 days of your Global Entry membership being approved.
- The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card, Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card, and Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card offer Global Entry reimbursement.
If you’re a frequent international traveler, Global Entry can be a lifesaver. This trusted traveler program allows you to bypass long immigration lines and breeze through customs upon arrival in the United States. And the good news is, some Southwest credit cards offer reimbursement for the Global Entry application fee.
Eligible Southwest Credit Cards
The following Southwest credit cards offer Global Entry reimbursement:
- Southwest Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card
- Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card
- Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card
Reimbursement Process
To get reimbursed for your Global Entry application fee, follow these steps:
1. Apply for Global Entry: Visit the Global Entry website and complete the application process. The application fee is $100.
2. Receive Your Global Entry Approval: Once your application is approved, you’ll receive a notification email.
3. Charge the Application Fee to Your Southwest Credit Card: Pay the Global Entry application fee using your eligible Southwest credit card.
4. Submit a Reimbursement Request: After your Global Entry membership is approved, submit a reimbursement request to Southwest within 120 days of the application fee being charged to your card. You can submit the request online or by mail.
Reimbursement Amount
The Southwest credit cards will reimburse you for the full $100 Global Entry application fee.
How to Submit a Reimbursement Request
Online:
1. Log in to your Southwest Rapid Rewards account.
2. Click on “My Account.”
3. Select “Global Entry Reimbursement.”
4. Follow the instructions to submit your request.
By Mail:
1. Print out the Global Entry Reimbursement Form.
2. Mail the completed form and a copy of your Global Entry approval letter to:
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Southwest Airlines
Global Entry Reimbursement
P.O. Box 53937
Dallas, TX 75253
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Important Notes
- The reimbursement is a one-time benefit per eligible Southwest credit card account.
- The Global Entry application fee must be charged to your Southwest credit card within 120 days of your Global Entry membership being approved.
- The reimbursement request must be submitted within 120 days of the application fee being charged to your card.
Benefits of Global Entry
In addition to the convenience of bypassing long immigration lines, Global Entry offers several other benefits:
- Expedited Customs Clearance: Global Entry members can use automated kiosks to clear customs, reducing wait times significantly.
- Pre-Approved for TSA PreCheck: Global Entry membership automatically includes TSA PreCheck, allowing you to enjoy expedited security screening at airports within the United States.
- Access to Mobile Passport App: Global Entry members can use the Mobile Passport App to submit their customs declaration and passport information electronically, further reducing wait times.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which Southwest credit cards offer Global Entry reimbursement?
A: The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card, Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card, and Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card offer Global Entry reimbursement.
Q: How much does Global Entry cost?
A: The Global Entry application fee is $100.
Q: How long does it take to get approved for Global Entry?
A: The Global Entry application process typically takes several weeks to complete.
Q: How long do I have to submit a reimbursement request?
A: You must submit your reimbursement request within 120 days of the application fee being charged to your Southwest credit card.
Q: Can I get reimbursed for multiple Global Entry applications?
A: No, the reimbursement is a one-time benefit per eligible Southwest credit card account.
