But unlike other Trusted Traveler programs such as Global Entry, TSA PreCheck appointments largely aren’t suffering from an ongoing backlog due to the pandemic. The agency says that it is currently receiving a high volume of applications for TSA PreCheck enrollment. The enrollment centers allow for walk-in interviews, but customers with appointments are given priority.
Submit an online application here, and then schedule an appointment at any of more than 400 enrollment centers across the country. Still not convinced TSA PreCheck is worth it? Here's a fun fact: In April 2023, 94 percent of TSA PreCheck passengers waited less than five minutes in a security line. If you take less than four international trips a year, TSA PreCheck is a great choice for domestic travelers.Unlike the regular security line, PreCheck passengers don't need to remove their shoes, laptops, travel-sized liquids, belts, and light jackets, which means less time in line-and more in the lounge. If you travel internationally four or more times a year, consider enrolling in Global Entry.
First time applicants are not asked to provide payment information online.īefore you apply, we recommend that you review the various DHS trusted traveler programs: TSA PreCheck® Application Program, Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI, to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and determine the best program for you. Consumers who are applying for TSA PreCheck for the first time cannot pay the application fee online, they must complete their application and pay in-person at a TSA enrollment center. During the in-person process, the enrollment provider will collect your biometric data (fingerprints, photo), verify identity documents, and collect payment.Īny website that claims to allow consumers to register for TSA PreCheck that does not end in “.gov” is not an official TSA PreCheck website. The online application takes five minutes to complete with the in-person visit taking 10 minutes. You can pre-enroll online and make an appointment for the in-person process, or walk-in to an enrollment center without an appointment. Visit tsa.gov/precheck to select the enrollment provider that best meets your needs and has an enrollment location near you. Please separate medications and inform the TSA officer that you carry these items for your service dog. Medication for service animals must go through X-ray or inspection screening. You may request to move to the front of the line upon your return. If you need to relieve your service dog and must exit the security checkpoint, you and the service dog will need to go through the screening process again. Items that are necessary to maintain control of the service dog/animal or indicate that the service dog/animal is on duty do not require removal to be screened. Service dog/animal collars, harnesses, leashes, backpacks, vests and other items are subject to security screening. If you have concerns about your screening, you can ask to speak with a supervisor or passenger support specialist at any point during the process. TSA will not separate you from your service animal. If the metal detector alarms, you and your service dog/animal will undergo additional screening, including a pat-down.ĭuring the additional screening, do not make contact with the dog/animal (other than holding the leash) until a TSA officer has completed inspection of your dog/animal. If you opt not to be screened by the Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT), or a walk-through metal detector (WTMD), you will undergo a pat-down. You may walk through together or you may lead the animal through separately on a leash. You and your service dog/animal will be screened by a walk-through metal detector.
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