[kevinkimball]

There's some options, for example business travelers can get the APEC business travel card, which allows the use of e-gates.[1] Similarly, if you travel to Hong Kong more than a few times a year, you can enroll in the frequent visitor program which allows use of e-gates.[2]

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/APEC_Business_Travel_Card

[2] https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/services/echannel_visitors.html

[iamatworknow]

Interesting. It does seem like there's a smattering of other national programs that work in part with Global Entry (many at an additional cost).

https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-...

[chimeracoder]

> Interesting. It does seem like there's a smattering of other national programs that work in part with Global Entry (many at an additional cost).

It looks like Germany is the only Schengen country on that list. Does anyone with Global Entry have experience applying for EasyPass-RTP with a US passport?

[cmurf]

I can't tell from the description that Global Entry is a requirement or enhances approval chances. From the description U.S. ePassport holders can apply and if approved it's good for the duration of the ePassport. I guess the next time I'm in Germany I'll find out!