How long is clear good for?

Expiration and renewal: Clear membership is only good for one calendar year. You can set it to renew automatically or cancel it before your renewal date by logging in to your account online and changing your settings.



A CLEAR Plus membership is typically good for one year from the date of enrollment. CLEAR is a biometric identity platform that allows travelers to skip the standard document check at airport security by using their eyes or fingerprints to verify their identity. The membership is subscription-based, meaning it will automatically renew annually unless you cancel it. For those who travel frequently within the United States, CLEAR can be combined with TSA PreCheck to provide the fastest possible path through security. It is important to note that while the "Plus" membership is for airports, CLEAR also offers a free "Basic" version for entry into certain sports stadiums and concert venues, which does not expire in the same way but has limited utility. Many premium credit cards, such as the American Express Platinum, offer a statement credit that covers the full annual cost of CLEAR Plus, effectively making it "good" for as long as you hold the card. If you are a member of Delta SkyMiles or United MileagePlus, you can also often get a discounted rate, though the one-year term remains the standard duration for the service agreement.

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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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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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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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Last year Clear (another U.S.-based security expediting platform that costs $189 per year) acquired virtual queuing company Whyline and has since partnered with airports in North America and Europe to develop a security line reservation system called Reserve by Clear.

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If you regularly travel to or from airports that offer Clear lanes, paying $189 per year for a Clear membership could be worth it. The time you'll save moving through long security lines could help reduce your risk of missing a flight and cut down your time spent in the airport overall.

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Our members trust us to provide frictionless experiences, to keep your data safe and to protect your privacy, and we're obsessed with delivering on that promise. Importantly, we will never sell or rent your personal information.

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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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Yes! Members can bring one (1) adult guest through the CLEAR Lane per day at stadiums and venues. Children under 18 don't need a membership and can go through the Lane when accompanied by an adult.

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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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What Is the Amex Platinum CLEAR Credit? The American Express CLEAR credit offers a $189 statement credit to fully cover the cost of a one-year CLEAR® Plus membership. The credit renews each year, so in effect, you're getting a complimentary CLEAR® Plus membership for as long as you hold certain Amex cards.

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You'll need to be 18 years or older to apply for Clear and must have one of the following forms of valid and unamended photo identification: A U.S. driver's license, a U.S. passport, a U.S. passport card, a U.S.-issued permanent resident card, a state issued ID, a U.S. military ID, or a Global Entry card.

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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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The only potential downsides of Global Entry is that it requires fingerprinting and background check and costs $100 every 5 years. Scheduling and completing your Global Entry interview can also be a hassle, which is why taking advantage of Enrollment on Arrival can be wise.

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