Can I use CLEAR the same day?

Price: Clear is more expensive at $189/year versus TSA PreCheck at $78 for five years. Processing time: Clear applications are processed immediately for same-day use. TSA PreCheck can take up to 60 days to process, though the average time is much less.



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Approvals typically take 3-5 days, but may take up to 60 days. CLEAR Plus¹ is a paid annual membership that verifies your identity using your eyes or fingerprints at airport security. Enroll in minutes and start using your CLEAR Plus Membership right away at 50+ locations nationwide.

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Those with Clear membership only have access to faster security lanes. Without TSA PreCheck, Clear members must still remove their shoes, electronics, liquids and outerwear.

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Clear is not necessarily better than Global Entry, as both programs improve the experience of two very different parts of travel. Clear saves you time going through security screenings ahead of travel, while Global Entry saves you time at customs when reentering the U.S. after international travel.

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Enroll in TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, or Clear to make your way through faster. With TSA PreCheck, you keep on your shoes, belt, and light jackets while going through security. Around 200 airlines participate in the program, as well as 85 airports, so if you travel often, it's worth the $70 to $80 annual fee.

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It's simple! Once you've downloaded the CLEAR pass for CPB Mobile Boarder Protection app, build your profile by taking a selfie and scanning your passport any time before your trip.

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What toiletries need to be in a clear bag? Any makeup or toiletry items that have the potential to leak should be placed into a clear travel bag when flying. This includes (but is not limited to) lotions, shampoo, conditioner, foundation, facial serum, toner, and usually gels, creams, and pastes.

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TSA PreCheck and CLEAR are programs that allow for expedited airport security for eligible travelers. TSA PreCheck is offered through the government at more than 200 airports, whereas CLEAR is a private company that operates at more than 50 airports, stadiums, and other venues nationwide.

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