What does a 15 year old need for TSA PreCheck?

Children between the ages of 13 and 17 who will be traveling on the same reservation as an enrolled parent or guardian may also access the TSA PreCheck® lanes, provided the children have the TSA PreCheck® indicator on their boarding pass.



In 2026, the requirements for a 15-year-old to use TSA PreCheck depend on whether they are traveling with an adult. If a 15-year-old is on the same flight reservation as a parent or guardian who has TSA PreCheck, the teen can typically use the PreCheck lane even if they do not have their own membership, provided the PreCheck indicator appears on their boarding pass. However, if the 15-year-old frequently travels alone (as an unaccompanied minor), they are encouraged to apply for their own Known Traveler Number (KTN). To apply, they need a parent's consent, an online application, and an in-person appointment at an enrollment center. During the appointment, they will need a valid passport or a combination of a birth certificate and a school photo ID. Once enrolled, the membership lasts for 5 years. For teens traveling with family, it is vital that the parent’s KTN is entered correctly into the airline's reservation system so the "TSA PRE" mark is triggered for the entire group, though this is not always guaranteed for children over the age of 12.

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Can you bring a guest through TSA PreCheck? Usually, no, but there are exceptions. These include allowances for the following types of guests who don't have their own TSA PreCheck membership: spouses, children, those with a disability, and active military personnel.

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Children under 18 who a CLEAR member accompanies have access to the CLEAR lane free of charge, so you don't need to add them to your account. Kids this age don't need identification when traveling through the TSA checkpoint, which is why CLEAR allows them to proceed.

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Yes. You will need to provide some personal information when you fill out the TSA Precheck application. 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.

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10-min in-person appointment that includes fingerprinting for a background check.

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Children 12 and under may accompany an enrolled parent or guardian in the TSA PreCheck lanes without restriction. Children 13-17 may join enrolled adults in the dedicated lanes when traveling on the same reservation and if the TSA PreCheck indicator appears on the child's boarding pass.

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The application fee for TSA PreCheck® is $78 for 5 years.

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Children between the ages of 13 and 17 who will be traveling on the same reservation as an enrolled parent or guardian may also access the TSA PreCheck® lanes, provided the children have the TSA PreCheck® indicator on their boarding pass.

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A Young Traveler must have the maturity and capability to travel alone, including but not limited to checking in, passing through the security checkpoint, boarding, deplaning, and claiming luggage.

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You'll need to fill out an unaccompanied minor form and any necessary Customs and Immigration documents for the day of departure. This form must remain with your child during their journey. At check-in, parents / guardians will also need to provide: A birth certificate or passport as proof of the child's age.

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You can also update existing reservations with your TSA PreCheck number. Go to Edit Traveler Information in the Manage Reservations section on the website, at an airport kiosk or in the United app.

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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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Show up for your appointment with identification documentation in hand. Give your fingerprints and verify your identity. If approved, you'll receive a KTN, which you can include when booking airline tickets.

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You are allowed to bring a quart-sized bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes through the checkpoint. These are limited to 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less per item. This is also known as the 3-1-1 liquids rule.

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