At what age can you get a known traveler number?


At what age can you get a known traveler number? Children 13-17 may join enrolled adults when traveling on the same reservation and if the TSA PreCheck indicator appears on the child's boarding pass. Any child traveling alone routinely may want to enroll in the program.


Can a 14 year old go through airport security alone?

A Young Traveler must have the maturity and capability to travel alone, including but not limited to checking in, passing through the security checkpoint, boarding, deplaning, and claiming luggage.


How much does a known traveler number cost?

For new applicants, the TSA PreCheck fee costs $78. Renewal costs $70 online and an approval for PreCheck lasts five years.


Is Known Traveler number necessary?

The last time you booked a flight a flight online, you may have noticed a field for entering a KTN (Known Traveler Number). While this number isn't required, having a KTN offers some benefits. If you're flying more than once a year, having a KTN could make your time in airport security faster and easier.


What does a minor need to fly without parents?

You'll need to fill out an unaccompanied minor form and any necessary Customs and Immigration documents for the day of departure. This form must remain with your child during their journey. At check-in, parents / guardians will also need to provide: A birth certificate or passport as proof of the child's age.


Can my wife come with me through TSA PreCheck?

To go through the faster, easier TSA PreCheck lane together, you and your spouse must both have a TSA PreCheck indicator on your boarding pass. This usually means you need two separate memberships.


Which is better TSA PreCheck or Global Entry?

If you mostly travel domestically and want access to expedited security screening, TSA PreCheck may make sense for you. If you travel internationally and want access to faster customs screening upon reentry to the U.S., consider Global Entry, which includes TSA PreCheck, instead.