(COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO) — Starting Jan. 13, 2026, travelers in southern colorado can complete global entry interviews without driving to Denver. that can mean shorter immigration lines on your next international trip, plus TSA PreCheck access for most members.
colorado springs airport will open a new global entry enrollment center inside the airport complex on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026. The site will handle interviews by appointment for travelers who already have conditional approval in the Trusted Traveler Programs system.
Airport officials framed the opening as a practical step as colorado springs adds more air service. That includes Southwest Airlines’ international flights to Cancun, with more destinations expected.
Alex Kovacs, the airport’s director of aviation, said the new center is “another way we make travel easier for our community and visitors.” He pointed to Global Entry as a faster experience with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
What’s opening, where, and when
Here are the essentials for booking and showing up prepared. The facility is the CBP Global Entry Enrollment Center, located at Colorado Springs Airport (COS).
The physical address is 7770 B Milton E. Proby Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80916. The center opens on Jan. 13, 2026 and will handle interviews by appointment only.
Interview hours will be Tuesday–Thursday, 1 p.m.–7 p.m. Eligibility is limited to applicants who are already conditionally approved in the Trusted Traveler Programs system. To book, sign in at ttp.dhs.gov (Trusted Traveler Programs) and select Colorado Springs Airport as your interview location.
Why this matters for your next trip
Global Entry is one of the few travel purchases that can pay you back fast. It speeds up U.S. entry after international travel, including many arrivals from Mexico and the Caribbean.
It also includes TSA PreCheck for most members. That can cut time in security lines when departing, even on domestic trips.
For frequent flyers, it’s a points-and-perks play too. Several premium travel cards reimburse the Global Entry application fee as a statement credit.
- The Platinum Card® from American Express
- Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card
- Chase Sapphire Reserve®
- U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve Visa Infinite®
If you already carry one of these, your out-of-pocket cost may be $0. You still need to complete the interview to get approved.
? Pro Tip: If your card offers a Global Entry credit, pay the fee with that card. You’ll usually trigger the credit automatically.
What to bring to the appointment
CBP is strict about documentation, and missing paperwork can cost you another long wait for an opening.
- A valid passport (bring all valid passports you hold)
- Proof of residency, such as a utility bill, mortgage statement, rental statement, or a driver’s license with your current address
- A permanent resident card, if applicable
Colorado Springs Airport also says there are free CBP-designated parking spots for interview appointments. Look for customer-designated parking signs.
Appointment wait times can be long at new COS center; plan travel accordingly and don’t assume quick availability. If you need spring or summer GE, act early and stay flexible for cancellations.
Driving in is straightforward. Stay right on Milton E. Proby Parkway, pass the Cell Phone Lot, then follow signs for “Global Entry / CBP Enrollment” to 7770B Milton E. Proby Pkwy.
The catch: appointments may be hard to get
A third-party tracker currently lists the Colorado Springs Airport – Global Entry Enrollment Center with an interview wait time of about one year. That does not mean you can’t get in sooner.
New centers often see appointment blocks added in waves. Cancellations can also appear with little notice. If you need Global Entry for spring break or summer travel, act early. Conditional approval is only step one.
How Colorado Springs stacks up against nearby options
| Enrollment option | Drive time for COS-area travelers | The trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs Airport (COS) | Minimal | New center, appointments may book out |
| Denver-area enrollment sites | Longer | More established, but often crowded too |
To increase your odds, book the earliest available Global Entry interview at Colorado Springs (COS) via ttp.dhs.gov and monitor for cancellations that may free up sooner slots.
Competitive context matters here. Airports across the Mountain West have been racing to add or expand trusted traveler enrollment. It’s a quality-of-life upgrade that helps airports win business flyers.
Colorado Springs is also signaling it wants more international flying. Global Entry support fits that pitch, especially with Mexico leisure routes gaining traction.
What this means for miles, points, and status chasers
If you’re chasing airline status, Global Entry won’t earn you miles. It can still save you time on the trips you take to earn them.
That matters if you’re taking quick mileage runs, connecting onward after an international return to the U.S., or relying on tight same-day turns for work travel.
It also pairs well with award travel. If you’re using points for Mexico, Canada, or Europe, Global Entry makes the return less painful.
Appointments for the Global Entry Enrollment Center at Colorado Springs Airport start Jan. 13. If you’re already conditionally approved, grab the earliest slot you see on ttp.dhs.gov, even if it’s months out, then keep checking for cancellations to move it up.
Colorado Springs Airport is launching a Global Entry Enrollment Center on January 13, 2026. This new site allows southern Colorado residents to attend mandatory interviews locally rather than traveling to Denver. Operating three days a week by appointment, the center serves conditionally approved applicants seeking faster customs processing and TSA PreCheck benefits, coinciding with the airport’s growth in international flight offerings.
