TSA PreCheck® is an expedited security program allowing eligible travelers to speed up their screening process at participating U.S. airports and for most international trips. To participate, you must apply and get approval from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
If you have TSA PreCheck, you’ll go through a dedicated screening lane at the airport where you may not need to remove your shoes, jacket, belt or laptop from your bag.
TSA PreCheck is also available if you’re enrolled in a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Trusted Traveler program, including Global Entry, SENTRI, or NEXUS.
If you apply directly through TSA, you’ll receive a Known Traveler Number (KTN). If you’re registered with a CBP program, you’ll receive a 9-digit PASS ID, which is the same number for all CBP programs.
Update your KTN or PASS ID in your AAdvantage® account before you travel so your information is saved for every trip. If you’re not an AAdvantage® member, you must add your KTN or PASS ID to each reservation when you book.
If you can’t find your KTN or PASS ID, you can get them online.
If you’re eligible for TSA PreCheck, your boarding pass will show TSA PreCheck. If you add your KTN after checking in, you’ll need to get a new boarding pass.
As an AAdvantage® member, you can opt in to use TSA PreCheck® Touchless ID for a faster and easier way to verify your ID. Move through a separate security lane that uses facial recognition instead of your boarding pass or ID. Members can opt in once for Touchless ID and stay enrolled for a year.
You can opt out at any time if you prefer to use your physical ID.
After opting in, you can use Touchless ID for future trips.
