Q&A

How do I speak to someone at TSA?

How do I speak to someone at TSA?

If you prefer to speak with a representative, you can reach out to the TSA Contact Center for an answer to your travel security questions. Automated information is also available anytime in several languages. Call 866-289-9673.

What is a known traveler number?

What Is a Known Traveler Number? Your Known Traveler Number is your membership number with a Trusted Traveler Program. This number is what allows you to access TSA PreCheck security lanes and Global Entry lanes (depending on which Trusted Traveler Program you join).

How do I report a TSA rude agent?

Complain in writing. You can send an email directly to the TSA (tsa.gov/contact-center/form/complaints). You’ll want to select the category “Professionalism/Customer Service” when you do. Make sure you note other details, such as the name of the agent and the time and the terminal where the screening took place.

What doesn’t TSA allow?

Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.

Why are TSA so rude?

Because some of the passengers(quite a lot of them) are ignorant, don’t read the signs(listed in several languages), a lot of them are rude and behave as though airport security are their servants (which is not the case), some of them have a victim complex so they feel affected by whatever rules they hear(“snowflake …

Where can I Find my TSA KTN number?

If you’re eligible and approved for the TSA Pre✓® program, you will be given a Known Traveler Number “KTN” to use when making flight reservations. KTNs can also be saved in an airline or travel agency profile. Participating airlines will print a TSA Pre✓® indicator on your boarding pass.

Can a DL ID be used at the TSA in Illinois?

Yes. Valid Illinois DL/IDs will be accepted by the TSA to board domestic flights until May 3, 2023. After that date, you must have a REAL ID DL/ID, U.S. passport or passport card, military ID or other federally approved document to board domestic flights. For more information on documentation that TSA agents will accept, visit www.TSA.gov. 10.

What do you need to know about the TSA?

TSA Pre✓® allows low-risk travelers to experience faster, more efficient screening at participating U.S. airport checkpoints for domestic and international travel. How does TSA Pre✓® work? If you’re eligible and approved for the TSA Pre✓® program, you will be given a Known Traveler Number “KTN” to use when making flight reservations.

Where can I Find my TSA Pre number?

If you’re eligible and approved for the TSA Pre ® program, you will be given a Known Traveler Number “KTN” to use when making flight reservations. KTNs can also be saved in an airline or travel agency profile. Participating airlines will print a TSA Pre ® indicator on your boarding pass.

TSA Pre✓® allows low-risk travelers to experience faster, more efficient screening at participating U.S. airport checkpoints for domestic and international travel. How does TSA Pre✓® work? If you’re eligible and approved for the TSA Pre✓® program, you will be given a Known Traveler Number “KTN” to use when making flight reservations.

Yes. Valid Illinois DL/IDs will be accepted by the TSA to board domestic flights until May 3, 2023. After that date, you must have a REAL ID DL/ID, U.S. passport or passport card, military ID or other federally approved document to board domestic flights. For more information on documentation that TSA agents will accept, visit www.TSA.gov. 10.

How do I find it? If you are a member of the TSA Pre ✓® Application Program, look up your KTN online. If you are a member of another trusted traveler program, such as Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI, log on to the Trusted Traveler Program website to obtain your PASSID, which is your KTN.

If you’re eligible and approved for the TSA Pre ® program, you will be given a Known Traveler Number “KTN” to use when making flight reservations. KTNs can also be saved in an airline or travel agency profile. Participating airlines will print a TSA Pre ® indicator on your boarding pass.