Don't wait! 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 do TSA numbers last?
How long does my TSA PreCheck® membership last? TSA PreCheck® memberships last
five years
.
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.
Does my known traveler number change?
Yes.
Members will keep the same KTN during the renewal process
.
How can I tell when my TSA PreCheck expires?
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
.
What happens if I let my Global Entry expire?
The Global Entry grace period means you can continue using Global Entry benefits for up to 24 months if you apply for renewal before your existing membership expires. If you miss this deadline to begin the renewal process,
you won't get the benefit of the grace period
.
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.
How long does TSA PreCheck renewal take?
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.
Is Known Traveler number the same as TSA PreCheck?
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 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.
Do I need to update TSA PreCheck with new passport?
You will be provided information regarding documentation needed to process the change. If you change your name and do not update your TSA PreCheck® membership to match the new details, you will not be able to use your TSA PreCheck® benefits when traveling until the name change process is completed.
Does PreCheck expire?
All of the Department of Homeland Security's Trusted Traveler Programs are valid for five years
, including TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, so once you pay for a membership, you will not have to do so again until it's set to expire. Clear is valid for one year.
Can I renew an expired Global Entry card?
You become eligible to renew your membership one year prior to program expiration
. If you submit a renewal application before your membership expires, you will be able to continue to use benefits up to 6 months after your membership expiration date, if your renewal does not get processed in time.
How do you renew Global Entry once expired?
- 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.
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.
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
.
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.
