ACT NOW before your known traveler number (KTN) expires. That’s right, your TSA Pre✓® eligibility expires after
five years
. So if you want to keep enjoying your member benefits, renew now before your membership lapses.
How long are TSA PreCheck numbers good for?
For all current members, TSA PreCheck® will continue to be valid for
5 years
. New enrollment providers may choose to offer enrollment periods of less than 5 years for new applicants or when individuals renew. This will be determined on a provider by provider basis.
How long do KTN numbers last?
How long is a Known Traveler Number good for? Your membership with a Trusted Traveler Program lasts
5 years
. At this point, you will need to renew your membership and pay another $100 fee.
How do I know when my TSA PreCheck is going to expire?
If you are interested in renewing your TSA PreCheck® Application Program membership, you may do so by completing the application online or in person at an enrollment center 6 months prior to your KTN expiration date. * To find out when your KTN expires,
fill out the Service Status form
.
Can I renew TSA PreCheck after expiration?
You may renew your membership online up to six months before the expiration date with the new membership beginning as the current one ends
. TSA recommends you renew at least 90 days prior to your expiration to avoid a lapse in benefits.
Can you renew TSA PreCheck online?
Members may renew their TSA PreCheck membership online up to six months before their expiration date
. The new membership period begins as the current one ends, so there is no disadvantage to renewing early.
What is 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.
How long does it take to renew TSA PreCheck?
In most cases, it takes
about 15 minutes
to complete the TSA PreCheck renewal process. However, it can take anywhere between a few days up to a few weeks to receive your approval confirmation. TSA says some members may need to schedule an in-person interview, which can extend the renewal process.
How do I renew my trusted traveler?
- Log onto the Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) website.
- Select Manage membership – the Trusted Traveler Program Enrollment page will display.
- Select the blue Renew Application button – the Personal Information page will display.
Does Global Entry expire?
Technically,
Global Entry expires five years after your next birthday
. If you apply shortly after your birthday, you’ll have almost six years of eligibility.
How long does Global Entry last?
Global Entry lasts
five years
, so you will need to update it every fourth year of membership. If your membership has less than 365 days until expiration, you can renew on your Global Entry dashboard.
What is my known traveler number on Global Entry card?
Global Entry members will also find their KTN (also known as a CBP PASSID)
on the back of their Global Entry card issued by the CBP, in the upper left corner
. The number is nine digits long and typically starts with 15, 98 or 99.
What happens if your known traveler number expires?
No,
you will not receive TSA PreCheck® on your boarding pass if your KTN has expired
. You must renew before expiration to continue receiving TSA PreCheck® on your boarding pass.
Do seniors automatically get TSA PreCheck?
Do seniors automatically get PreCheck?
No. Anyone who wants to receive PreCheck needs to apply
. However, TSA does provide people who are 75 years old or older access to an expedited screening process in the regular screening lines: You can keep your light jacket and shoes on.
How do I get TSA PreCheck for free?
The best way to get TSA PreCheck for free is by
carrying an eligible credit card
. Dozens of credit cards reimburse the TSA PreCheck or Global Entry application fee if you use that card to pay upfront.
Is Known Traveler number same as Global Entry?
Global Entry: $100 (includes TSA PreCheck)
This program refers to the Known Traveler Number as PASSID, but
the number is used the same way
. Global Entry includes TSA PreCheck and its benefits but also gives you expedited U.S. customs screening when traveling internationally.
Can my wife go through TSA PreCheck with me?
TSA PreCheck: Making travel with family that much easier
Kids 12 and under go right through the PreCheck line with you, as long as you’re already part of a trusted traveler program.
Your spouse, on the other hand, needs to qualify for TSA PreCheck separately
.
