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TSA PreCheck® is an expedited security program that allows eligible travelers to speed up their screening process at most participating U.S. airports and for most international trips. Applicants can choose any enrollment provider based on cost, locations, and additional benefits. To participate, you must apply and get approval from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). If you are approved for TSA PreCheck, you will be issued a Known Traveler Number (KTN), which you can provide to the airline. Once you have your KTN, your boarding pass will show that you have TSA PreCheck, and you can go through a dedicated screening lane at the airport where you may not need to remove your shoes, jacket, belt, or laptop from your bag.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| What is TSA PreCheck? | An expedited security program that allows eligible travelers to speed up their screening process at participating U.S. airports and for most international trips. |
| Who is eligible for TSA PreCheck? | U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, citizens of partner countries enrolled in Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI, and Canadian citizens who are members of NEXUS. |
| How to apply for TSA PreCheck? | Apply through an authorized provider like CLEAR, IDEMIA, or Telos. Applicants can pick any enrollment provider based on cost, locations, and additional benefits. |
| What are the benefits of TSA PreCheck? | TSA PreCheck passengers can enjoy faster airport screening, with 99% of passengers waiting less than 10 minutes. There is no need to remove shoes, belts, 3-1-1 liquids, laptops, or light jackets. |
| How to know if you have TSA PreCheck? | If you're eligible, your boarding pass will show TSA PreCheck. You can also look for the Known Traveler Number (KTN) on your ticket. |
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TSA PreCheck® application process
The TSA PreCheck® program expedites traveller screening through participating TSA security checkpoints. The program is available to U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, citizens of partner countries enrolled in Global Entry, NEXUS or SENTRI, and Canadian citizens who are members of NEXUS.
To apply for TSA PreCheck®, you must first select an authorised enrollment provider, such as CLEAR, IDEMIA, or Telos. You can choose a provider based on cost, locations, and additional benefits. The application can be started online and takes about five minutes to complete. After submitting the online application, you will need to complete the enrollment in person at an enrollment center, which takes about 10 minutes. During the in-person process, the enrollment provider will collect your biometric data (fingerprints and photo), verify identity documents, and collect payment.
If you are already a member of a DHS trusted traveler program such as Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI, you do not need to apply for TSA PreCheck®. Instead, enter your membership number (PASS ID) in the "Known Traveler Number" field when booking reservations or add it to your frequent flyer profile with the airline.
TSA PreCheck® membership can be renewed online up to six months before the expiration date. Alternatively, members can renew in person at an enrollment center. If you have changed your name since enrolling, you must either visit an enrollment center to renew in person or update your name by contacting the enrollment provider.
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TSA PreCheck® eligibility
TSA PreCheck® is a program that expedites the security screening process at participating airports for travellers. It is not necessary for children under 17 who are accompanied by an adult with TSA PreCheck®. Children under 17 can join the adult in the TSA PreCheck® lane as long as the boarding pass has the TSA PreCheck® indicator.
U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and citizens of partner countries enrolled in Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI are eligible for TSA PreCheck®. Canadian citizens who are NEXUS members are also eligible.
To enrol in TSA PreCheck®, applicants can choose from a list of authorised providers, including CLEAR, IDEMIA, and Telos, based on cost, location, and additional benefits. The application process involves submitting an online application, followed by an in-person appointment for fingerprinting, document verification, and payment. The fee covers eligibility for five years.
Once approved, applicants receive a Known Traveler Number (KTN), which they must add to their airline reservations. This number is essential for verifying eligibility for TSA PreCheck® and receiving the TSA PreCheck® indicator on the boarding pass.
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TSA PreCheck® for international travel
TSA PreCheck® is a program that expedites the security screening process for travellers through participating TSA security checkpoints in US airports. It is a trusted traveller program by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
TSA PreCheck® is available when departing from a US airport to a foreign country and for domestic flights after returning to the US. However, it is important to note that TSA PreCheck® is not meant for international travellers but is instead geared towards domestic travellers. If you are a frequent international traveller, you may want to consider enrolling in Global Entry, which provides expedited US customs screening for international air travellers entering the US. Global Entry members also receive TSA PreCheck® benefits as part of their membership. Other similar programs include NEXUS and SENTRI.
To enrol in TSA PreCheck®, you can apply through an authorized provider such as CLEAR, IDEMIA, or Telos. Costs for enrolment vary by provider, and you can choose based on cost, locations, and additional benefits. You can enrol in minutes without an appointment, and once approved, you will receive a Known Traveler Number (KTN) that you can add to your airline reservations.
TSA PreCheck® members can enjoy faster airport screening as they do not need to remove their shoes, belts, 3-1-1 liquids, laptops, or light jackets. Children 17 and under can also join an adult with TSA PreCheck® when it appears on the child's boarding pass.
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TSA PreCheck® for children
TSA PreCheck® is a program that expedites traveller screening at participating TSA security checkpoints in U.S. airports. Generally, children under 17 do not need to apply for TSA PreCheck® unless they routinely travel alone. When travelling with an adult who has TSA PreCheck®, children under 17 are eligible for TSA PreCheck® without needing their own Known Traveller Number (KTN).
Children under 17 can join an adult with TSA PreCheck® when TSA PreCheck® appears on the child's boarding pass. To get the TSA PreCheck® indicator on the child's boarding pass, the adult and child must be on the same airline reservation, and the adult's boarding pass must have the TSA PreCheck® indicator. If the child does not have their own KTN, do not enter one for them on the reservation; leave the KTN field blank. The TSA PreCheck® indicator does not have to be on the child's boarding pass for them to accompany the adult in the TSA PreCheck® lane.
Unaccompanied minors without an adult escort in the TSA PreCheck® lane must show acceptable ID to receive expedited screening. Contact the airline for specific ID requirements for travellers under 18.
Parents accompanying children through airport security via gate passes will be directed to standard screening, even if the parent has enrolled in TSA PreCheck®. TSA PreCheck® benefits do not apply to gate passes.
To enrol in TSA PreCheck®, applicants can pick any enrolment provider based on cost, locations, and additional benefits. Enrolling in TSA PreCheck® with Telos may grant access to upcoming travel deals. There are 512 enrolment centres, and select locations are open seven days a week with extended hours. Costs for enrolment vary by provider.
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TSA PreCheck® boarding passes
TSA PreCheck® is a program that expedites traveller screening at participating TSA security checkpoints in airports. It is available to US citizens, US lawful permanent residents, and citizens of partner countries enrolled in Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI. Canadian citizens who are members of NEXUS are also eligible.
To enrol in TSA PreCheck®, you can apply through an authorized provider such as CLEAR, IDEMIA, or Telos. The cost of enrolment varies by provider. Once enrolled, you will receive a Known Traveller Number (KTN), which you must add to your airline reservations.
If you are eligible for TSA PreCheck®, your boarding pass will display a TSA PreCheck® indicator. This indicator confirms that you can access the TSA PreCheck® lane at the airport. Without this indicator, you will not be able to use the dedicated lane.
It is important to note that children under 17 can join an adult with TSA PreCheck® without having the indicator on their boarding pass. However, if they are on a separate airline reservation, they will need their own KTN to access TSA PreCheck®.
Additionally, all travellers, including TSA PreCheck® enrollees, must have a REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification, such as a passport, to fly once the REAL ID requirement is enforced at airports.
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Frequently asked questions
TSA PreCheck is an expedited security program that allows eligible travelers to speed up their screening process at participating U.S. airports and for most international trips.
To get TSA PreCheck, you must apply and get approval from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). You can apply through authorized providers like CLEAR, IDEMIA, or Telos.
The cost of enrollment varies by provider. For example, CLEAR offers a discount on TSA PreCheck renewals if you qualify for certain travel products.
If you're eligible for TSA PreCheck, your boarding pass will show "TSA PreCheck." If you don't see it on your boarding pass, you can go to the airline counter and request to have it added.
