Where to Find Your Known Traveler Number (KTN) for TSA PreCheck and More

Learn where to locate your Known Traveler Number (KTN) and how to use it to access TSA PreCheck and expedited airport screening.

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The Known Traveler Number (KTN) is not located on your passport. Instead, it is provided to you after you enroll and get approved for TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI programs. Once you have your KTN, you must provide it when booking your flights to enjoy expedited screening benefits. It is typically a nine-digit alphanumeric code. You should add this number to your airline profiles or directly into each booking to ensure it appears on your boarding pass. Check your program's documentation or online account for your specific KTN.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Is the Known Traveler Number printed on my passport? No, the Known Traveler Number is not printed on your passport. It is issued separately when you enroll and are approved for TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI programs.
  2. How can I find my Known Traveler Number? You can find your Known Traveler Number in your program’s documentation, your online account for TSA PreCheck or Global Entry, or notification emails you received after approval.
  3. Do I need to enter my Known Traveler Number when booking flights? Yes, you should add your Known Traveler Number to your airline profile or provide it during flight booking to ensure it appears on your boarding pass for expedited screening.

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