How Do You Add TSA PreCheck to United Airlines

Travelers can add TSA PreCheck by visiting the United Airlines website or mobile app. TSA offers passengers the privilege of an expedited security check at the airport. Meanwhile, there are specific criteria that the passengers should fill in to have a TSA Precheck. However, they can enjoy the five-year benefits once their application has been approved. Once the travelers get their KTN (Known Traveler Number), they must add it to their reservation to enjoy the TSA PreCheck benefits. 

With this blog, travelers can know the eligibility to apply for the TSA program, how to apply, what are its benefits, and how to add TSA PreCheck to their United Airlines reservation.

Who Can Apply for TSA PreCheck?

Travelers should have to fulfill the given parameters to apply for the TSA program. Here is a detailed account of people who can apply for the TSA PreCheck:

• Travelers should be US citizens or US nationals.
• Passengers, who are permanent residents by law.
• Guests who are citizens of partner countries who have enrolled in NEXUS, SENTRY, or Global Entry.
• Members of the US armed forces.
• People serving in the US Coast Guard Reserves and National Guard.

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How To Apply for TSA PreCheck?

Travelers can apply for the TSA Precheck Program through both online and offline methods. Meanwhile should keep the following points in mind:

• Travelers should visit the TSA official site to select the enrollment provider that best meets their needs and has an enrollment location near them.  
• Meanwhile, they can also pre-enroll online and make an appointment for the in-person process, or walk into an enrollment center without an appointment.
• Additionally, the online application takes five minutes to complete while the in-person visit takes 10 minutes. However, during the in-person procedure, the enrollment provider will collect the biometric data (fingerprints, photo), verify identity documents, and collect payment.
• People who are applying for TSA PreCheck for the first time can’t pay the application fee online, they must complete their application and pay in person at a TSA enrollment center.
• If the travelers are approved, they will receive a Known Traveler Number (KTN) then they can it to their United Airlines Reservations. 

How to Add TSA PreCheck to United Airlines?

Travelers can Add TSA PreCheck to United Airlines by visiting the United website or its mobile application. Meanwhile, they add this facility before or after making the flight reservations.

Steps to Add TSA PreCheck to United Bookings

Here are the steps for adding the TSA PreCheck to a United Airlines reservation:

1. First, open the United Airlines official App on your device and select My United. 
2. After that, go to View Profile and tap on Settings. 
3. Next, navigate to TSA PreCheck and travel documents. 
4. After visiting the following page, scan your passport, and add your TSA Known Traveler Number (KTN). 
5. Then, tap on Opt-in to allow United Airlines to use facial scans as proof of your ID.
6. Lastly, once all the steps are completed you can take the benefits of TSA PreCheck facilities. 

Key points Regarding TSA PreCheck 

Here are some key points regarding the TSA PreCheck that the passengers should keep in mind: 

• They should make sure that the name and DOB (date of birth) on the Trusted Traveler Program match those on their boarding pass.
• If the passengers have SENTRI, Global Entry, or NEXUS, their KTN is the 9-digit PASS ID. 
• Meanwhile, adding the information to the Mileage Plus account saves checkout time. 
• Passengers in wheelchairs or traveling with a pet companion cannot use this service as it is available only in the baggage shortcut area. 
• The TSA payment varies by enrollment center. For a first-time appointment, Idemia charges a fee of USD 78, while Telos charges USD 85.  However, the renewal fee is USD 70 whereas at Idemia the fee is USD 78 for online and in-person, and USD 70 for online and in-person at Telos. 

What are the TSA PreCheck Benefits?

1. With TSA PreCheck, Travelers don’t have to provide their physical ID and boarding pass during the security checkpoints or bag drop shortcuts. 
2. Passengers can check their baggage and pass security checks by scanning their faces without any problem. 
3. Meanwhile, single-passenger reservation customers aged 18 and above are only eligible for this service.  
4. However, Minor travelers can access the TSA lanes if their boarding pass has the TSA PreCheck logo. Additionally, they will be eligible for the logo if they are on the same reservation as their parent or guardian enrolled for TSA PreCheck. 
5.  If the traveling minors are not on the same booking as their parents or don’t have the TSA logo on their boarding passes. Then, they can’t access the TSA PreCheck lanes. 

Airports that have security checkpoints and bag drop shortcuts 

The security checkpoint and bag drop shortcut are available at a few airports including O’Hare International Airport (Chicago), Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles), and Newark Liberty International Airport (New Jersey).

Conclusion

This blog is to provide information about how to Add United Airlines TSA PreCheck. Additionally, you can also through the United or TSA the rules and regulations set by them regarding this program. Travelers can also request guidance from United Airlines regarding check-in, baggage claim, flight cancellations, booking, and more. 

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