TSA PreCheck approval typically takes about 3 to 5 days after your in-person appointment, during which your identity is verified and fingerprints are taken. However, some applications can take up to 60 days to process due to factors like application volume, background check results, or discrepancies in your records

. Key points about the TSA PreCheck approval timeline:

• Most applicants receive their Known Traveler Number (KTN) within 3-5 days after the in-person enrollment appointment

• The in-person appointment usually lasts about 10 minutes and includes fingerprinting and document verification

• Some applications may take up to 60 days, especially if there are issues such as background check delays or identity verification complications

• There is no official way to expedite the process, but submitting a complete and accurate application and scheduling your appointment promptly can help avoid delays

• TSA recommends renewing your membership at least 60 days before expiration to avoid gaps in coverage

In summary, plan for about a week for typical approval but allow up to two months in some cases. Scheduling your in-person appointment soon after applying helps speed up the process. Once approved, your TSA PreCheck status is valid for five years