How do I get a known traveler ID?


How do I get a known traveler ID? A Known Traveler Number is assigned to you when you apply for the TSA Pre?® Application Program. If you're a member of the program, you can look up your KTN online.


Can I get my known traveler number online?

If you are a member of the TSA PreCheck® Application Program, look up your Known Traveler Number (KTN) here. If you are a member of another trusted traveler program, such as Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI, log on to the Trusted Traveler Program website to obtain your PASSID, which is your KTN.


What countries use TSA?

Travel Sentry says the system is used at all airports in the USA and Canada, and at least some major airports in Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Israel, Japan, Netherlands, South Korea, Switzerland and Togo, however security agencies in countries other than the USA don't ...


Do they have TSA PreCheck in Europe?

There's no TSA PreCheck in Europe (womp womp), but at select Europe airports, travelers can head to the front of the security line, free of charge.


Can you apply a known traveler number after booking?

You can always call your airlines directly and ask them to add your KTN to any existing reservations. Here's a list of handy numbers, and prompts, to get you through the hold music quickly.


How do I check my known traveler status?

Visit the TSA PreCheck website and click on the Check Status button. Enter your full name, date of birth and passport number or your Known Traveler Number (KTN). Review your TSA PreCheck status.


Does your known traveler number change?

Yes. Members will keep the same KTN during the renewal process.


How can I get through customs faster in Europe?

Like Global Entry, Germany's EasyPASS allows travelers to bypass customs interviews and move through automated border control at seven German airports (Frankfurt am Main, Munich, Cologne/Bonn, Dusseldorf, Berlin-Schönefeld, Berlin-Tegel, and Hamburg) with 153 eGates: All you have to do is scan your passport, glance at ...


What is the European version of TSA?

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is responsible for ensuring safety and environmental protection in air transport in Europe.


Do Known Traveler numbers expire?

TSA PreCheck enrollment expires five years after the initial approval of your Known Traveler Number (KTN). A lot can happen in five years—if it's been a while since your last trip, or if you've simply forgotten when you were approved, you can check your status anytime.


Does Global Entry work in Italy?

We've long espoused the benefits of Global Entry, which lets travelers breeze past the lines at U.S. customs by checking in at a kiosk. But there are limits to its powers: Global Entry only works upon entry into the U.S., and not to any country around the world.


What documents do I need for a known traveler number?

Valid Proof of Citizenship
  • U.S. Birth Certificate.
  • U.S. Certificate of Citizenship (N-560 or N-561)
  • U.S. Certificate of Naturalization (N-550 or N-570)
  • U.S. Citizen Identification Card (I-179 or I-197)
  • Consular Report of Birth Abroad (FS-240)
  • Certification of Report of Birth Abroad (DS-1350 or FS-545)


How much does it cost to get a known traveler number?

The application fee for TSA PreCheck® is $78 for 5 years. Before you apply, we recommend that you review the various DHS trusted traveler programs, such as the TSA PreCheck® Application Program, Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI, to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and determine the best program for you.


Can I fly without a known traveler number?

A Known Traveler Number (KTN) is issued to all individuals approved to receive TSA PreCheck® expedited screening. The KTN must be added in the KTN field when booking airline travel reservations to have the TSA PreCheck® indicator appear on your boarding pass.


What is the equivalent of TSA PreCheck for international travel?

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.