Can someone go with you through TSA PreCheck?
Yes, someone can go with you through TSA PreCheck if they are also eligible for the program. TSA PreCheck allows expedited screening for eligible travelers, which means they can keep their shoes on, leave laptops and liquids in their bags, and go through a dedicated security lane. If you are traveling with someone who is not enrolled in TSA PreCheck, they may still accompany you through the regular security lane, but they won’t have access to the expedited screening benefits. It’s important to note that any companion going with you must be in possession of a boarding pass for the same flight.
FAQs about traveling with someone through TSA PreCheck
1. Can my child accompany me through TSA PreCheck?
– Yes, children aged 12 and under can accompany you through TSA PreCheck without having to enroll in the program themselves. They can enjoy the expedited screening benefits as long as they are traveling with an eligible adult.
2. Can my spouse go with me through TSA PreCheck?
– Yes, spouses and domestic partners who are enrolled in TSA PreCheck can accompany each other through the expedited security lane. However, if only one of them is enrolled, the non-enrolled spouse/partner will have to go through the regular security screening.
3. Can I bring a family member or friend through TSA PreCheck with me?
– No, TSA PreCheck benefits are only applicable to individuals who have enrolled in the program. Family members or friends who are not enrolled will not have access to the expedited screening lane.
4. Can someone with a different airline ticket go with me through TSA PreCheck?
– No, TSA PreCheck eligibility is tied to the individual traveler and not the airline ticket. If someone has a different airline ticket, they need to have their own TSA PreCheck enrollment or go through the regular security lane.
5. Can a non-U.S. citizen go with me through TSA PreCheck?
– Non-U.S. citizens who are enrolled in a Trusted Traveler program such as Global Entry can go through TSA PreCheck with you. However, they will need to make sure their boarding pass has the TSA PreCheck indicator.
6. Can I bring a pet through TSA PreCheck with me?
– TSA PreCheck expedited screening benefits only apply to human travelers. Pets must follow specific guidelines and go through separate screening procedures that are different from those for travelers.
7. Can a senior citizen accompany me through TSA PreCheck?
– Senior citizens who are enrolled in TSA PreCheck can accompany you through the expedited screening lane. However, if they are not enrolled, they will have to go through the regular security screening.
8. Can my caregiver go with me through TSA PreCheck?
– Caregivers or companions who are not enrolled in TSA PreCheck will have to go through the regular security screening, even if they are accompanying someone who is enrolled in the program.
9. Can a military service member go with me through TSA PreCheck?
– Military service members who are eligible for PreCheck can go through the expedited screening lane. However, if they are not eligible, they will have to go through the regular security screening.
10. Can I bring a stroller with me through TSA PreCheck?
– Yes, you can bring a stroller through TSA PreCheck. However, the stroller will still need to go through the regular screening process, and you may be required to remove your child from the stroller during security checks.
11. Can I bring a wheelchair or mobility device through TSA PreCheck?
– Yes, travelers who require a wheelchair or use a mobility device can bring it through TSA PreCheck. However, the device may need to undergo additional screening procedures as per TSA guidelines.
12. Can someone with a criminal record go with me through TSA PreCheck?
– A person with a criminal record may still go with you through TSA PreCheck, as long as they are eligible for the program. TSA PreCheck eligibility is determined based on a variety of factors and may not necessarily be restricted solely based on a criminal record.
