What Is the Known Traveler Number (KTN) for Military Personnel?

Learn how military members use their Department of Defense ID as their Known Traveler Number for TSA PreCheck expedited airport screening.

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The Known Traveler Number (KTN) for military personnel refers to the number assigned to those who have been vetted and approved for the TSA PreCheck program. Military members can use their Department of Defense ID number as their KTN to enjoy expedited security screening at airports.

Questions and answers

  1. How do military members use their Department of Defense ID as a Known Traveler Number?

    Military members can enter their Department of Defense ID number as their Known Traveler Number (KTN) when booking flights to access TSA PreCheck expedited security screening.

  2. What are the benefits of TSA PreCheck for military personnel?

    TSA PreCheck allows military personnel to enjoy faster security lines, no removal of shoes or laptops, and overall quicker screening at participating airports.

  3. Is the Known Traveler Number the same for all military members?

    Each military member uses their unique Department of Defense ID number as their Known Traveler Number for TSA PreCheck eligibility.