How do I appeal TSA denial?

There are a few avenues that you can follow if you are denied or considered ineligible. This includes contacting the case manager that is provided in an ineligibility letter, calling the TSA Contact Center (866-289-9673) or submitting an online form.



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If you believe the revocation or denial to be inaccurate, an appeal can be made via the Trusted Traveler Program application website by including the following: Date of the denial and, if known, what the reason was (many people may not be aware of why they were denied or had status revoked).

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Security or immigration violations Some violations could result in denial, suspension or revocation, especially if there are criminal implications. Examples include assault, threat, intimidation or interference with a flight crew. Immigration violations are taken seriously, too.

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“TSA officers are really focused on looking for any possible explosives, and that's really what we're focused on because that could cause a catastrophic incident on an aircraft, said Farbstein.

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Security or immigration violations Immigration violations are taken seriously, too. Individuals can have memberships denied or revoked when found: In violation of customs, immigration or agriculture regulations or laws in any country. Inadmissible to the United States under an immigration regulation.

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How it works
  1. Apply Online. Select an enrollment provider with enrollment locations near you. ...
  2. Visit an Enrollment Location. Attend a 10 minute appointment at your chosen provider that includes fingerprinting, document and photo capture, and payment.
  3. Get Your TSA PreCheck Number.


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According to TSA's internal guidelines, interfering with a TSA agent is punishable by a fine of $500 to $5,000. Larger fines are imposed if the defendant touches the agent or makes threats. Entering the secured area without submitting to screening is punishable by a fine of $1,000 to $3,000.

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Google search traffic for “TSA Precheck” is around its highest level in five years. Most TSA PreCheck applicants must complete an online application, and get approved within three to five days of their in-person enrollment appointment, on average. However, it can take 60 days or longer, the TSA said.

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Several other government programs offer TSA PreCheck without going through this application process, though you will generally be required to undergo another application process for a federal trusted travelers program. Global Entry. All travelers approved for Global Entry are automatically approved for TSA PreCheck.

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The same is true for lawful permanent residents: you generally cannot be denied entry to the United States, but declining to answer questions may result in delay or further inspection. Refusal by non-citizen visa holders and visitors to answer questions may result in denial of entry.

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