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The ambassador of the United States in El Salvador, William Duncan, announced that the Central American country will be included in the Global Entry program, an initiative that expedites the entry of travelers to U.S. territory. This news, disclosed through the official X account of the Embassy, highlights El Salvador as the first Central American country to be part of this select group, composed of only 14 nations.
El Salvador’s inclusion in Global Entry represents recognition of the strong bilateral relationship between the two nations and the commitment of the salvadoran government led by President Nayib Bukele to strengthen international trade and travel. This development reflects joint efforts to ensure more efficient and secure transit for salvadoran citizens.
Global Entry is a program administered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) that allows pre-approved travelers to pass through immigration controls quickly. This benefit will not only improve the travel experience for thousands of salvadorans, but will also boost tourism and facilitate bilateral trade.
The news comes at a key moment, when relations between the two countries have shown strengthening in areas such as security, economy and diplomacy. This achievement underscores the interest of the United States in maintaining El Salvador as a strategic partner in the region and recognizes the progress made in terms of mutual cooperation.
More details on the requirements and procedures for salvadorans to access Global Entry are expected to be revealed in the coming days. This initiative marks a new chapter in the relationship between the two nations, underscoring the benefits of bilateral collaboration and reaffirming the commitment of both governments to development and international connectivity.
