How long does an airport interview take?

The interview itself typically takes no longer than five to 15 minutes. A Customs and Border Protection officer will generally ask for your documents and some additional questions, largely to verify the information on your application.



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During the in-person interview, you will also be asked to answer a few basic personal questions and are expected to provide your current U.S. passport or a driver's license and birth certificate. TSA will collect your fingerprints at the enrollment center during your interview.

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Passenger questioning generally includes a first layer of questions, usually asked by check-in staff, that include such items as Who packed your baggage?, Has your baggage been in your possession since it was packed?, What electronic devices do you have?, Have you had any repaired while on your trip?

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The Paneled TSA Standardized Interview
A panel of two to six interviews will ask you six questions based on soft skills.

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Actively listen and engage. Demonstrate your soft skills, like listening and good communication through discussions with the interviewer. While you're supposed to talk a lot during an interview naturally, be mindful to allow time for the other person or persons to converse, too.

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The TSA is very strict about professionalism and credibility, therefore make sure you will be able to pass a background check, credit check, and a drug test. If you work hard at your job, you could qickuly see yourself climbing the ranks.

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Your results will be sent to you by email as soon as possible, usually within 30 minutes.

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Scored Based Interview Questions
It is important to note that failing to get a minimum of a three on even one segment will result in failure even if the overall score is 18 or above. Those who do fail are only eligible to retake the exam after a 6th month waiting period.

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TSA (Transportation Security Administration) Interviews FAQs Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at TSA (Transportation Security Administration) as 62.1% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2.70 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty).

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Examples of Brief Answers
I am a big fan of your airline and have flown with you many times. I love your unique culture and values. I am excited about the opportunity to work for an airline with such a rich history and excellent reputation.

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