How do I set up clear at the airport?

Simply sign up online, then complete your enrollment at a Clear airport location the next time you travel. Don't forget to bring your government-issued photo ID for verification. Be aware that you'll be charged the regular $189 annual fee once your free trial ends.



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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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How much does Clear cost? CLEAR® Plus Credit costs $189 per year for expedited airline security. The Clear app is free to download and includes free access to Clear Sports and the Clear Health Pass as well as other basic identity verification services.

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Clear is a company that utilizes biometrics to allow individuals to identify themselves in just a few seconds with the scan of a finger or an eye. More than 12 million people use its products, which are currently available across 71 locations in the U.S., including 53 airports and 18 arenas and stadiums.

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The real benefit of Clear is saving time. This means that if you value not having to remove shoes, electronics, liquids and outerwear, you will also want to apply for TSA PreCheck. If you only want to bypass the line, but don't mind.

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If they have TSA pre-check and CLEAR they go to the front of the TSA pre-check line. Anyone can sign up for CLEAR if they are willing to complete the short application and pay the yearly membership fee. It is not a background screening like TSA pre-check.

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Global Entry is designed for travelers who want to save time when going through U.S. customs, and Clear is designed for travelers who want to quickly confirm their identity before beginning the airport (and, in some cases, sports arena) security screening process.

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In 2010, Caryn and Ken Cornick acquired CLEAR out of bankruptcy and have grown it into a global company with 50+ airport locations, hundreds of partners, and more than 16 million verified users nationwide. Ken Cornick is the President, CFO, and Co-Founder of CLEAR.

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Which credit cards offer CLEAR for free? Currently, the credit cards that offer a complimentary annual CLEAR Plus membership are the Amex Platinum card, Amex Business Platinum card, American Express® Green Card, and Centurion® Card from American Express. Is CLEAR the same as TSA PreCheck?

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TSA PreCheck, Global Entry and CLEAR are programs that can help frequent travelers speed through airport security or U.S. customs.

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If you mostly travel domestically and want access to expedited security screening, TSA PreCheck may make sense for you. If you travel internationally and want access to faster customs screening upon reentry to the U.S., consider Global Entry, which includes TSA PreCheck, instead.

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