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How to make sure TSA PreCheck is on boarding pass Alaska airlines? ›

On the day of your flight:

If cleared, a PreCheck symbol will be visible on your boarding pass, and your PreCheck eligibility is embedded into the boarding pass barcode.

The Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card also doesn't come with a credit of up to $100 that you can use for the TSA PreCheck or Global Entry application fee. While there are many other airline cards that don't offer this feature, it's becoming increasingly common among more versatile travel cards.

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.

If you didn't include your TSA PreCheck® number when booking a flight, it's possible to add it later. You can usually add it through the airline's mobile app or contact the airline online or by phone to add it to a reservation.

Moral of the story: If you have TSA PreCheck and the checkmark isn't printed on your boarding pass, check with an airline agent at the check-in desk. And make sure to double-check that your Known Traveler Number, your birthdate, and the spelling of your name are inputted correctly.

Most applicants receive their Known Traveler Number (KTN) in 3-5 days, though some applications can take up to 60 days. Applicants can receive updates on their enrollment application status by email, phone, text or by checking online through the enrollment provider they applied with.

Can my spouse travel with my TSA PreCheck membership? It's a common question: If I have TSA PreCheck, does my wife or husband need it? The answer is yes. If you have TSA PreCheck on your boarding pass and your spouse doesn't, or vice versa, you cannot go through the TSA PreCheck lane together.

Will I receive an ID card or other credential to use TSA PreCheck® lanes? No, there is no TSA PreCheck card. Travelers should enter their Known Traveler Number in their airline reservation to receive a TSA PreCheck® indicator on their boarding pass.

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If you're eligible for TSA PreCheck, your boarding pass will show TSA PreCheck.

If you travel internationally four or more times a year, consider enrolling in Global Entry. If you take less than four international trips a year, TSA PreCheck is a great choice for domestic travelers. For more information on all of the DHS Trusted Traveler Programs use the DHS interactive Trusted Traveler Tool.

Adding your Known Traveler number directly to your existing reservation will ensure we have the information. To do this, head to your My account, and the My trips section of your profile and view your purchased reservations.

Yes, you can add TSA PreCheck to an existing reservation. In most cases, you must update existing flights and your airline loyalty program profiles to be able to use the dedicated airport security lanes for PreCheck members. And be sure to reprint boarding passes that don't have the "TSA PRE" stamp on them.

Visit tsa.gov/precheck to select the enrollment provider that best meets your needs and has an enrollment location near you. You can pre-enroll online and make an appointment for the in-person process, or walk-in to an enrollment center without an appointment.

TSA PreCheck requires the participation of the airline. If your airline doesn't participate, you can't use it. Why can't I use the TSA Pre✓® lanes when traveling on any airline? Passengers must be traveling on an airline that has entered into a partnership with TSA.

Have your boarding pass on your mobile device? It's important to remember that the TSA officer cannot accept a printed version of a mobile boarding pass because the technology doesn't recognize it. A mobile boarding pass must be on the phone.

In short, no. Global Entry provides the same access to TSA PreCheck security lines. However, ensure you enter your Global Entry number when booking your flight and that your boarding pass includes the TSA PreCheck symbol.

Prior to your flight

Check in and access your boarding pass on your phone by using the Alaska Airlines app. You can also use the app (or alaskaair.com) to add traveler details, pre-pay for bags, upgrade or change seats and check your flight status.