TSA PreCheck does not always show on my boarding passes
I have TSA PreCheck but it doesn't always print out on my Southwest boarding pass. This happens almost half the time. Is there anything I can do?
Best Answer
You need to add your TSA Known Traveler Number when checking in, otherwise it's by random choice.
If you have a Rapid Rewards account, add it in the account once, and any flights booked (afterwards) from the account will have it automatically.
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Why does my TSA PreCheck not show up on my boarding pass?
First, check that your membership has not expired by looking up your account here. If still active, confirm with your airline that your KTN, name, and date of birth are accurate and that your airline participates in TSA PreCheck\xae.Why am I sometimes TSA PreCheck sometimes not?
Sometimes, TSA PreCheck shows up on someone's boarding pass at random. This is a marketing move by the TSA, based on the premise that once people experience the convenience of PreCheck, they'll be more inclined to apply and pay for it.How do I get TSA PreCheck all the time?
How it WorksHow do I add TSA PreCheck After boarding pass?
Contact your airline by phone or online to add your KTN. Remember to enter your full name, date of birth and KTN exactly as you provided during enrollment because if there is a mismatch in the data entry in the travel reservation, you will not receive the TSA PreCheck\xae indicator on your boarding pass.TSA Pre doesn’t show up on boarding pass
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Answer 2
To use TSA PreCheck, all these must be in place: a) the airline must have contracted with TSA to allow it, and b) the traveler must have a KTN or be selected randomly and have "TSA PreCheck?" appear on the boarding pass, and c) the specific airport involved must have PreCheck lanes.
Not all airports used by Southwest have PreCheck lanes. See this Southwest FAQ page, which says:
Will all Southwest airports have a TSA PreCheck lane? No, not all airports have a TSA PreCheck lane, and those that do might not have TSA PreCheck at every checkpoint. Learn more about participating Southwest Airlines airports or for more information on checkpoint locations and hours of operation, visit tsa.gov.
Answer 3
If your TSA Pre Check is through the CLEAR program, you don't have a membership number, or a traveler number. They use biometrics - finger printing to sign into their security line.
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