Whether Global Entry is "free" depends on which specific version of the Chase Sapphire card you carry. The Chase Sapphire Reserve® offers a statement credit of up to $120 every four years to reimburse the application fee for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck®, or NEXUS. This effectively makes the program free for cardholders who pay the fee with their card. However, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® card does not include this benefit. For 2026 travelers, it is a high-fidelity requirement to remember that the credit only applies to the application fee; it does not guarantee approval by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. If you have the Preferred card, you would need to pay the $120 fee out of pocket or consider upgrading to the Reserve to access this high-fidelity travel perk alongside other benefits like Priority Pass lounge access and a $300 annual travel credit.