Who qualifies for TSA PreCheck?

Who Qualifies for TSA PreCheck?

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck program is a trusted traveler program that allows expedited screening at airport security checkpoints. To qualify for TSA PreCheck, you must meet certain eligibility requirements.

U.S. Citizenship or Residency

To be eligible for TSA PreCheck, you must be a:

• U.S. citizen
• U.S. national
• Lawful permanent resident

Background Check

TSA conducts a thorough background check on all PreCheck applicants. This check includes:

• Reviewing criminal history records
• Verifying identity and citizenship
• Checking for security violations

Application Process

To apply for TSA PreCheck, you must complete the following steps:

1. Visit the TSA PreCheck website: https://www.tsa.gov/precheck
2. Create an account and submit an application
3. Schedule an in-person interview at an authorized enrollment center
4. Provide fingerprints and undergo a background check
5. Pay the application fee

Eligibility Criteria

To be approved for TSA PreCheck, you must meet the following criteria:

• You must have a clean criminal history. Any felony convictions or serious misdemeanors may disqualify you.
• You must not have violated any security rules or regulations.
• You must not have provided false or misleading information on your application.
• You must not be on any terrorist watchlists or be a threat to national security.

Denial of Application

TSA may deny your PreCheck application if you:

• Fail to meet the eligibility criteria
• Make errors on your application
• Provide false information
• Have a criminal history or security violations
• Are ineligible for other reasons

Additional Notes

• Once approved, TSA PreCheck status is valid for five years.
• You may be selected for random additional screening, even with PreCheck status.
• PreCheck does not guarantee that you will never have to undergo standard screening.