Everything You Need To Know About TSA PreCheck

[@Big-Wonka]

Two things I want to add. Instead of going to the airport for your interview, you can find a Staples store that has a TSA pre check in it. Just search their site. Also, depending on which credit card you have, they may cover the full cost. I went to the Staples site and made an appointment for the very next day. Then I got my TSA number the following day. And capital one covered the cost.

[@BenDreamVacations]

Thanks for sharing this! I didn’t know Staples started doing this.

[@_WillCAD_]

Just did my enrollment a few days ago at a Staples near my home. Made an appointment, showed up on time, had a few people in line ahead of me, but the process was easy and painless. When I made my online application, the web form showed me a list of nearby locations where I could make an appointment to complete my enrollment. I chose the Staples because it was the closest, but there were plenty of others.

[@Big-Wonka]

@@_WillCAD_ Awesome. I would never go to an airport for the interview and fingerprints haha. It was painless at Staples.

[@sonyvalencia]

​@@_WillCAD_ Can you tell me the questions that they asked you in the interview?

[@Big-Wonka]

@@sonyvalencia Basically the same questions you're already asked online. Are you a citizen, felon, name, etc. Nothing special.

[@idiotbeachproductions6948]

TSA Precheck is totally worth it. It pays off having a clean record.

[@gpionav79]

Right, a lot of these videos fail to tell viewers you have to be clean and they can randomly do a background check to make sure you're still Kosher.

[@mscolli3]

Thing to note: Global Entry has a backlog of 1-2 months to get approval. I got my TSE Precheck approved in just 2-3 days.

[@BenDreamVacations]

Thanks for the update on the Global Entry backlog!

[@mscolli3]

@@oldgoat50 All you should need is your KTN, just put it on your reservation and your boarding pass with indicate you are precheck.

[@chrysvest4746]

She supposedly has the backlog, but I got mine in two days. Then was able to get my interview on reentry of the US month later, it took like five minutes.

[@TSKseattle]

Another thing to keep in mind is that the TSA precheck works because they do a thorough background check, so if you have any "problems" you probably won't be cleared, so don't bother.

[@Mostopinionatedmanofalltime]

TSA precheck is a perfect example of when government gives you the disease, and then for a fee, offers you a cure.😢

[@iamcalebj2009]

TSA PreCheck is a life saver. I waited to get Global Entry with it, and I applied on January 31st, got approved a week later, and then scheduled my interview scheduled for April 1st. All of that waiting was SO worth it! I hadn't traveled in two years, but right when i got it, I've been a frequent traveler. I love it so much! Anybody wanting to get PreCheck, do get it!

[@markanthony1004]

I can't fly without it. CLEAR was nice but Pre Check is a lifesaver. As much as I fly I needed this more than I thought. I didn't get until last year when we had a long assignment in Boston and it has been outstanding

[@Emily93377]

The 3-5 day wait (up to 60) is not until after the interview. The way this is spoke is as you do your interview and then immediately get your KTN. It's sign up online, schedule interview, do interview, and then wait for 3-5 days (up to 60)

[@_WillCAD_]

TSA PreCheck is now a few buck cheaper - it's $78 for five years, not $85. That's not a big difference, but it's worth noting. After all, how often do prices come down for anything these days? I enrolled in PreCheck for the first time this week. I was really surprised how fast the whole process was. * Submitted the application over the web on 1/8 * Went to local Staples for an enrollment appointment on 1/11 * Received an email with my KTN on 1/12 The enrollment appointment at Staples went smoothly and quickly. I had a few people ahead of me in line, but I was in and out in less than thirty minutes. To review and verify all of the info I submitted in the application, have a photo and fingerprints taken, and pay the fee, all took about ten minutes.

[@BenDreamVacations]

Great information! Thanks for sharing!

[@terry_moorer]

As a disabled person that has precheck. Not having to find a place to sit down and take off my shoes is definitely worth it!!

[@BenDreamVacations]

100 percent agree!

[@marlarsatchell9938]

The video was very helpful. We just got our TSA pre-check. I wasn't sure how to proceed once we get to the airport. All the other videos are about TSA lines. THANKS!

[@BenDreamVacations]

Glad it was helpful! You are going to love using pre-check. It saves so much time and hassle.

[@CaptainColdyron222]

My wife and I filled out the online application on 4/26/24. Went for our in person interview on 4/29/24 and got our KTN’s on 5/1/24. Couldn’t believe how smoothly the whole process went.

[@BenDreamVacations]

My wife just got hers and was surprised by how easy it was as well. Enjoy using your precheck privileges!

[@WollisWorld]

It took me an entire month to get an email from them but I just got approved today

[@BenDreamVacations]

That's great! It took me 3 months to get approved and then another 3 months to get an interview when I applied so I am glad to see the approval getting quicker now.

[@NemesisEnforcer7]

TWIC holders also qualify for TSA pre-check. The CIN number on your TWIC serves as the KTN number.

[@BenDreamVacations]

Good to know. Thanks for the info!

[@thatasiankidtony]

I went for my Global Entry interview last week. I got the approval email by the time I got into the parking lot.

[@BenDreamVacations]

That’s awesome!

[@thatasiankidtony]

@@BenDreamVacations interview was last Saturday. I got it today. Exactly 7 days!

[@sux2suk]

Very informative! As someone who doesn't travel but more than the average American, I'm excited to get TSA-PRECHECK

[@BenDreamVacations]

TSA Precheck is awesome!

[@Kahuna_550]

I'll give you the real reason for tsa pre check. People who have tsa pre check are frequent fliers and know how to go through fast and easy. The regular tsa line is held up by people who don't have their belongings together, items not out of bags etc. Wich holds up the line.

[@elinorosterhoudt7932]

TSA PRE-CHECK is the best $85 you'll every spend!!!

[@idiotbeachproductions6948]

I like how Pre Check is less invasive.

[@ganymedes62]

If you're not a US citizen, then the only way to get TSA precheck is to apply for Global Entry, which is available to nationals of a limited number of countries around the world. Being a Dutch citizen, I applied for Global Entry early July and was actually conditionally approved on August 1st. I should be able to do the Enrollment on Arrival interview when I arrive in Orlando on November 9.

[@bduinstra]

Be prepared to be in a long queue for your interview…. We had to wait 2 hours in line at OHare in Chicago

[@ganymedes62]

@@bduinstra Well, I won't be in a hurry :-)

[@nallelygalarza7593]

My dad is not a citizen and he was able to obtain TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) and you can use that instead of TSA Precheck. He is a permanent resident though so if you don't have residency then you'd need global entry.

[@fklr-369]

thank you. ive been searching all over trying to find a basic explanation of how TWIC card works.

[@TheFerg]

I'm Canadian and the NEXUS card will get you TSA PreCheck as well, similar to Global Entry.

[@BenDreamVacations]

That is good to know. I wasn't aware of this. Thanks for sharing.

[@imjapanesefrenchfries2492]

I work in airlines ,you can add it in 2 ways you can have the airline confirmation access online of the said airlines and add it in the traveller name or login to your frequent flyer program and your KTN or pass ID so you won't add it on your booking everytime you have flight as long as link it in advance on trip so to assure you will be tsa pre approved ones you checking online if applicable on your ticket , by the way it will also help you earn your miles so you won't miss the credit you will be earning on your airlines of choice .😊

[@BenDreamVacations]

I appreciate you sharing the ways to add precheck! Great info. Thanks!

[@diegofianza3525]

Just a note. For my TSA application process, I interviewed at 1240 on Wednesday and at 0043 on Friday I received an approval email. Possibly, the fast approval could be bc I do work for the government.

[@kbarnes6855]

I received my KTN in two days following my appt. The pre-check center stated they were processing with 5-7 day turnaround times.

[@BimmerBabe]

went monday at staples walk in and got my KTN next morning. less than 24 hours

[@kardaleholland5202]

I got my tsa precheck number same day I went in for the appointment

[@inter_1097]

one of my flights is real early in the morning, so if I get there around 4AM or so I hope there won't be too long of a line without pre-check.

[@BenDreamVacations]

You can download the MyTSA app which will give you current wait times as well as typical wait times for the date and time you are flying at to give you a better idea of when you should get to the airport.

[@NeekBlack]

This was helpful, thank you

[@BenDreamVacations]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JoAnnMaria72]

I enjoy all of your videos. I'm learning a lot. Question which one is better TSA pre check or Clear?

[@BenDreamVacations]

So happy to hear the videos have been helpful to you. TSA pre-check is better and a lot cheaper. Clear expedites verifying your identity but not the screening process. You will still have go through the regular screening process unless you also have TSA pre-check.

[@billace90]

Now it costs $78.00. And it’s good for 5 years.

[@msNightshade452]

Another great video, Ben!

[@BenDreamVacations]

Thanks nightshade! I appreciate it!

[@chrisbassani1152]

Very knowledgeable! Thank you

[@BenDreamVacations]

My pleasure!

[@emilythechef]

Birth certificate is different than certificate of live birth, so if you don't live near your interview location, make sure you have the right document. (Certificate of live birth)

[@tw1982roman]

You bring a Birth Certificate.

[@emilythechef]

@tw1982roman I brought a birth certificate. I was turned away and had to retrieve a "certificate of live birth" from my home. Is it possible it is a requirement only for people born in certain years?

[@missblack8419]

Hello, thank you for your informative video. I'm traveling tomorrow and I'm very nervous. As an international student what to I need to know before going through TSA. I'm traveling domestically

[@BenDreamVacations]

Hi Janet! I have a video on how to navigate the whole airport process including how to go through airport security. I think you will find value in it and will help answer your question in detail. You can find that part at minute 7:14 in the video 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXPVgZpqm7uhhck

[@missblack8419]

@@BenDreamVacations thank you

[@xsaver23]

Got my ktn email a day after the interview. It was quick.

[@BenDreamVacations]

That's fast! Great to hear you got precheck! It makes going through security 100 times easier.

[@Lilysloveforsesameplace]

im guessing it depends on your home airport. i just applied and its $78 for 5 years.

[@BenDreamVacations]

It looks like the cost of precheck has gone down since I made the video. I appreciate the update!

[@alday67]

Great explanation! Thank you very much.

[@thomasdowney54]

Do I have to have my PreCheck approved before booking my flight? I am going to book my flight in the next week but I’m just now learning about this PreCheck video

[@BenDreamVacations]

Your Precheck will need to be approved before you can start using it but you can always book now and then add it to your flight later once you do get the approval.

[@76ers]

1:30 - Is your “Middle Name” required on the boarding pass? Or can you use First & Last Name only?

[@BenDreamVacations]

For domestic flights it's not necessary to add your middle name but for international flights it should match exactly as the name listed on your passport.

[@76ers]

@@BenDreamVacations Thanks!

[@clarencemarquez8134]

Hey Ben, I will be flying this weekend in January 2023 for the 1st time using my TSA Pre-Check. I was approved in 2022. I understand that I don't have to remove my shoes or belt. QUESTION: What about removing my Cellphone and wallet from my person? Also, do I need to turn off my phone before walking through Security? Thank you in advance.

[@BenDreamVacations]

As long as your phone and wallet don't have any metal on it you can keep it on you as you are going through the metal detector. My phone has a metal case so I always have to put mine in my bag but I keep my wallet on me. You don't need to turn off your phone either.

[@susan9553]

Great information. Thanks!

[@emilhi8076]

Hey!!! I love your videos, they're so helpful. I'm 15 and I'm supposed to be travelling alone in a couple months, do you have any advice for me of what to do there? :)

[@BenDreamVacations]

Are you traveling as an unaccompanied minor with an escort or completely solo?

[@Mr-ts8il]

I just got approved, when u traveling how do they know you are tsa pre check?

[@BenDreamVacations]

You will get what's called a Known Traveler Number. You will need to add that number to your flight reservation. Then once you check-in for your flight and receive your boarding pass, the boarding pass itself will display TSA precheck on it.

[@anthonynales4910]

What if you already bought your tickets without pre check

[@BenDreamVacations]

You can still add your known traveler number anytime after you bought your tickets on the airline’s website or app.

[@nelsonfoster4476]

This is not my experience. I have had precheck for years, and have always had to take off my jacket, my belt, and my shoes. The precheck line at SeaTac is about as long as the other lines. Also they want my ereader in a separate bin. Because I have hearing aids, that is another step.

[@BenDreamVacations]

Are you sure you have precheck and not just Clear? I have had precheck for years as well and I have never had to take off or remove anything when going through security no matter which airport I go to.

[@hadezmage]

What DO you have to take out? Wallets? Keys? Phones?

[@BenDreamVacations]

You do not have to take out any of those items. You can keep them in your bag or if they don't have any metal in them you can keep them on you as you walk through the metal detector.

[@monetpetals86]

Super helpful, thanks!

[@BenDreamVacations]

You're welcome!

[@philipmclaughlin9636]

It's now $78

[@BenDreamVacations]

Thanks for the update!

[@Qnzdipset1]

if traveling with family or friends does one person need to have it or all?

[@BenDreamVacations]

Each person needs to have their own TSA precheck

[@teresabirt8765]

Had knee replacement that may set off alarm what would I need to do?

[@BenDreamVacations]

Just tell the security officers that you have had a knee replacement and they will determine the best way to screen you.

[@steverupert6988]

Do you have to have your picture taken?

[@BenDreamVacations]

Not for TSA precheck. You just have to bring in either your passport or a valid driver's license and birth certificate. During the in person appointment they will take your fingerprints and ask you some questions.

[@Jason1904]

Hello. I’m starting to travel more. My only concern is that I have a felony on my record from 18 years ago and it’s the only blemish on my background. I would love to get a global or tsa pre check.

[@BenDreamVacations]

You should be able to apply for TSA pre check. They would only deny you if the felony has occurred in the last 7 years. Global Entry would be harder to get with the felony on your record.

[@nnapsR]

tsa precheck did not work for me, both airports i was at this last week did not provide tsa precheck lines, and they made me go through all the tsa requirements as a normal passenger, and once they discovered that I have a replaced knee as well as other meteal pins and screens inside my body from surgeries they told me, i will never be tsa precheck cleared and will always have to do the regular screening process, wish i would have known all this before i dorve 100 miles for a tsa precheck interview and paid my 85 dollars that I will never be able to use

[@BenDreamVacations]

That doesn’t seem right. What airports did you go through? I am almost positive you can still go through the precheck lines even if you have surgical metal implants in your body. You may have to get a pat down at most but you shouldn’t have to go through the regular screening. Hopefully someone else can respond who can verify this but I would try again.

[@marshaseibel3050]

I have a metal knee. I did have to get a Pat down going through TSA pre check but it was minimal. Took her longer to explain why. Everything else was just like his video

[@BenDreamVacations]

@@marshaseibel3050 thanks for sharing your experience! I thought that was the case but I appreciate you taking the time to comment and help answer the question.

[@nnapsR]

they did not allow me that option i was forced to go to the end of the line, go through the scanner, open up my bags and remove my ipad, take off my shoes, just like everyone else, they the opened the precheck gate and let them all through without a scannng, but i still had to be scanned, then pat down too, i should have kept my money lol

[@csg35]

You said it took you 5 minutes. Did you skip the line and if so how?

[@BenDreamVacations]

I didn’t skip the line. There is sometimes a little bit of a wait to get your ID checked by TSA but getting through security there is hardly ever a wait. On average it takes me about 5 minutes to get through security using precheck.

[@aarronvanburen8612]

What did you do when they sont send you a confirmation email?

[@BenDreamVacations]

Did you already do complete the in-person appointment?

[@perfumeplus2222]

Hi if I have pre check can I add global entry and pay difference.

[@BenDreamVacations]

Unfortunately no. You will have to apply to Global Entry separately.

[@jerryalexander6018]

Hello, I'm going to france in october , will the global entry be good for when I leave france

[@BenDreamVacations]

Global Entry is only used when returning to the U.S and going through customs. So, instead of standing in long customs lines when you arrive into the U.S. you will be able to use a kiosk and skip the line instead.

[@Ps4gamergirl]

Hey what happens with piercings it’s my first time this year flying

[@BenDreamVacations]

You can wear piercings but if it’s sets off an alarm then you may be required to get a pat down.

[@WollisWorld]

What’s a redress number ?

[@BenDreamVacations]

A redress number is a unique number you get if you happen to have the same name as someone who is on the U.S. watch list.

[@ecaldwell9]

Do we go through a different line?

[@BenDreamVacations]

Yes, precheck passengers have their own line when going through security. Just look for a sign that says TSA Pre✔

[@estevanorozco3954]

I walked straight through with a gun on me. Very easy and hassle free. 2 minute wait

[@RagdollOnCrack]

WRONG tsa precheck accepts walk in applications and appointments. You do not only have to apply online. Please do your full research before making videos like this

[@BenDreamVacations]

You’re right. I forgot to add that information to the video. I appreciate your the feedback.