What do I need to show at the airport for TSA PreCheck?

Unexpired photo ID card issued by the federal government or by a State or outlying possession of the U.S. This must include a federal agency, State or State agency seal or logo (such as a State university ID). Permits are not considered valid identity documents (such as gun permits).

What do I do at the airport if I have TSA PreCheck?

Enter the security line marked for TSA PreCheck passengers.

You will be required to show your boarding pass that has "TSA Precheck" or "Expedited screening" printed on it. This will allow you to use the expedited screening lane when boarding your flight.

Does TSA PreCheck have to show on boarding pass?

You must have the TSA PreCheck® indicator on your boarding pass before you can access the TSA PreCheck® screening lane.

How do I get my TSA PreCheck number on my boarding pass?

You can also manually add it to a reservation during the booking process. After entering your personal information, click on the "Known Traveler Number and Redress Number" drop-down menu. Enter your PreCheck number in the "Known Traveler Number/PASS ID" field.

How long does TSA PreCheck approval take?

Most applicants receive approval notification in 3-5 days, though some applications can take up to 60 days. Considering this, applicants are encouraged to renew at least 60 days prior to expiry.

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How hard is it to get TSA PreCheck?

It takes five minutes to submit an online application and schedule an in-person appointment that includes a background check and fingerprinting at an enrollment center. Please note, legitimate online registration for TSA PreCheck® can begin at tsa.gov/precheck or be accomplished at tsaenrollmentbyidemia.tsa.dhs.gov.

How much does TSA PreCheck cost?

Online TSA PreCheck® renewals require a nonrefundable renewal fee of $70. In person TSA PreCheck® renewals completed at an enrollment center require a nonrefundable renewal fee of $78.

Is TSA PreCheck worth it?

TSA PreCheck can save you an enormous amount of time you would otherwise spend waiting in line for security. Not only can I attest to this personally, but 91% of PreCheck passengers reported waiting less than five minutes at airport security checkpoints nationwide in October alone, based on TSA data.

Why did I not get PreCheck on my boarding pass?

What should I do? First, check that your membership has not expired by looking up your account here. If still active, confirm with your airline that your KTN, name, and date of birth are accurate and that your airline participates in TSA PreCheck®.

Why does TSA PreCheck take so long to approve?

TSA's goal is to provide you with the status of your application within 60 days of receiving the information you provided at enrollment. This may take longer if there was difficulty capturing your fingerprints during enrollment or any data is missing.

Can TSA PreCheck approval be expedited?

No, TSA uses unpredictable security measures, both seen and unseen, throughout the airport. All travelers will be screened, and no individual is guaranteed expedited screening.