Peru Joins Global Entry Program
Peru has been included in U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Global Entry program, becoming the first South American country to join the program. U.S. Travel Association president and chief executive officer Roger Dow praised the announcement.
"Pre-approved, low-risk visitors from Peru will soon enjoy secure, hassle-free travel to America," said Dow in a statement. "In 2013, 217,000 Peruvians visited the United States, and history teaches that the number will increase sharply and more Peruvians will be likely to return as a result of having access to Global Entry. More overseas visitors means more visitor spending and increased economic opportunities in communities all across the country.