Why is TSA PreCheck approval taking so long?

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.

How long does it take to get accepted for TSA PreCheck?

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. TSA will notify members with eligibility results.

Why am I not getting my TSA PreCheck?

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 60 days?

Due to the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, TSA is required to make a determination on an application within sixty (60) days of application receipt.

Does TSA PreCheck make it faster?

Wait 5 Minutes or Less. In December 2022, 91% of TSA PreCheck® passengers waited less than 5 min.

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How much quicker is TSA PreCheck?

And you'll usually get through security much faster: According to the TSA, more than 97% of PreCheck-eligible passengers waited five minutes or less in June 2021. TSA doesn't guarantee expedited screening with PreCheck.

Do people get denied for TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck® enrollees undergo recurrent criminal history vetting as a condition of their TSA PreCheck® enrollment. TSA PreCheck® enrollees found to have committed a disqualifying offense may have their TSA PreCheck® enrollment disqualified or suspended.

Does everyone get approved for TSA PreCheck?

Applicants may be ineligible due to incomplete or false application information, certain violations of federal security regulations, or disqualifying criminal offenses and factors. Global Entry, NEXUS, and SENTRI allow some foreign citizens to apply. You can find more information on all programs here.

Is there a backlog for TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck is entirely worth it...but first you need to schedule an interview. While applying for TSA PreCheck usually doesn't take that long (at least compared to Global Entry), there is a backlog regarding interview appointments that could tack on a few additional weeks to the process.

How long does TSA PreCheck 2022 take?

The membership period is five years for all approved applicants. Approved passengers can enjoy expedited security screening along with potentially shorter wait times at domestic airports. The TSA reports that the average wait time in September 2022 for 93% of PreCheck travelers was five minutes or less.

Can I get TSA PreCheck while waiting for Global Entry?

Unfortunately, there is no way to get the TSA PreCheck benefit that comes with Global Entry before you finalize enrollment. Still, Mobile Passport is a great temporary solution while you wait to wrap up Global Entry.

How can I speed up my Global Entry application?

You can try calling the Global Entry information line at (877) 227-5511 to escalate your approval process, but there's no guarantee. And recent reports from travelers suggest that CBP will not escalate an application until the nine-month mark – up from the previous standard waiting time of four months.

Can my wife go through TSA PreCheck with me?

If you're traveling with your family, kids 12 and under can use the TSA PreCheck lane with you, but kids 13 and up and any other adults, including a spouse or partner, must have their own TSA PreCheck membership to accompany you. Otherwise, they'll have to go through the regular security lane.

Does TSA PreCheck require an in person interview?

TSA PreCheck allows walk-ins for interviews but applicants with appointments have priority. Appointments are scheduled to last about 20 minutes but if the enrollment center is busy, it may take a bit longer.

Is TSA PreCheck an FBI background check?

A TSA background check is extremely rigorous and includes the following items: Fingerprinting and fingerprint processing to check against FBI criminal databases and FBI terrorist watch lists. Felony and misdemeanor criminal searches at the county, state, and federal level.

How do I check the status of my TSA PreCheck application?

How do I know when I'm approved for TSA PreCheck®? Most applicants receive their KTN (Known Traveler Number) in 3-5 days, though some applications can take up to 60 days. Applicants can receive updates on their enrollment application status by email, phone, text or by checking online.

Is TSA PreCheck worth it for international flights?

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.

Does TSA PreCheck send you a card?

Will I receive an ID card or other credential to use TSA PreCheck® lanes? No, there is no TSA PreCheck card.

Why does TSA PreCheck need fingerprints?

Fingerprint-based background checks run fingerprint searches against both FBI and state criminal databases to create a complete criminal profile of the applicant.

What happens at TSA PreCheck interview?

You will need to provide some personal information when you fill out the TSA Precheck application. During the in-person interview, you will also be asked to answer a few basic personal questions and are expected to provide your current U.S. passport or a driver's license and birth certificate.

What's the difference between Global Entry and TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck ^® provides expedited security screening benefits for flights departing from U.S. Airports. Global Entry provides the TSA PreCheck ^® benefit plus expedited U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) screening for international air travelers when entering the United States.

Why is my Global Entry application taking so long to process?

Due to high demand, Global Entry applications are taking up to 18 months in some cases.

Can I get Global Entry in 2 weeks?

Processing times vary by applicant, but on average you can expect your application to be processed as follows: Global Entry: 4-6 months. NEXUS: 12-14 months. SENTRI: 10-12 months.

Why is my Global Entry application still pending?

If your application status is "Pending Review" then your application has been received and is being processed. Please note that processing times vary by applicant and program type. There is no expedited process for applications.

Why is my Global Entry application still pending after 6 months?

Fueled by high demand, wait times of several months or more for Global Entry enrollment and renewal interviews continue to be common. "While many applications are quickly reviewed, in some cases the process can take from six to 18 months to complete," Customs and Border Protection, which runs the program, says online.