Can someone traveling with me go through TSA PreCheck?


Can someone traveling with me go through TSA PreCheck? Can you bring a guest through TSA PreCheck? Usually, no, but there are exceptions. These include allowances for the following types of guests who don't have their own TSA PreCheck membership: spouses, children, those with a disability, and active military personnel. There are also rules for pets.


How do I use TSA PreCheck with Global Entry?

To receive TSA PreCheck®, you must include your Known Traveler Number (your CBP PASSID for Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI members) in the appropriate field of your airline reservation, and the TSA PreCheck® indicator must be displayed on the boarding pass to access the lanes.


Can my daughter go through PreCheck with me?

Children 12 and under may accompany an enrolled parent or guardian in the TSA PreCheck lanes without restriction. 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.


Why is it taking so long to get approved for TSA PreCheck?

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 you get TSA PreCheck without going in person?

You can pre-enroll online and make an appointment for the in-person process, or walk-in to an enrollment center without an appointment. The online application takes five minutes to complete with the in-person visit taking 10 minutes.


How do I pay for TSA PreCheck for someone else?

If you're trying to gift TSA PreCheck or Global Entry, you really only have two solid options from which to choose:
  1. Give them cash in the equivalent of the application fee.
  2. Use your credit card to pay for the application before they submit it.


What are the odds of getting TSA PreCheck?

What are the odds of getting TSA PreCheck? TSA PreCheck may be the least exclusive club that's actually worth joining. More than 99 percent of travelers who apply are admitted into the expedited airport screening program, according to TSA spokesperson Jenny Burke.


How long does it take to get TSA PreCheck approved?

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. How much does TSA PreCheck® renewal cost?


Is PreCheck easier than Global Entry?

Applying for Global Entry is more of a hassle than TSA PreCheck. Here's why: Passport: You must already have a valid passport to apply for Global Entry. Getting a passport comes with its own costs and paperwork.


Can my family go through TSA PreCheck with me?

Children 12 and under may accompany an enrolled parent or guardian in the TSA PreCheck lanes without restriction. 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.


What is the fastest way to get TSA PreCheck?

The fastest and easiest way to enroll in TSA PreCheck® is to start the application online.


Can my elderly mother go through TSA Precheck with me?

Bonus: If you're 75 or older, TSA usually allows you to go through the security pre-check line, which means you don't have to remove your shoes or separate laptops or liquids from your carry-on.


Can my spouse go through Global Entry with me?

My travel companions (children, spouse, or co-travelers) are not Global Entry members; can they come through the Global Entry lane with me? No, only Global Entry members can use the Global Entry lanes.


Can you bring a guest through clear at airport?

Can I bring a guest through CLEAR at airport? CLEAR members can add up to three adult family members to their account for just $60 each year. They are then entitled to use CLEAR Plus while traveling with or without you.


Can two people go through TSA PreCheck if only one person has it?

Yes, other members of your group can usually go through TSA PreCheck if you have it. However, each person must meet the requirements and be approved for PreCheck separately. To do this, they must complete an enrollment process with the Transportation Security Administration.


Can I use TSA PreCheck in Europe?

There's no TSA PreCheck in Europe (womp womp), but at select Europe airports, travelers can reserve a time slot in advance (free of charge) then head to the front of the security line. There's no need to experience a repeat of last year's flightmare at Amsterdam's Schiphol.


What is difference between Global Entry and TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck® provides expedited security screening benefits for flights departing from U.S. Airports. Global Entry provides expedited U.S. customs screening for international air travelers when entering the United States. Global Entry members also receive TSA PreCheck® benefits as part of their membership.