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    Is it worth getting TSA PreCheck?
    Amy Tan
    Travel Planner & Founder, Planet Hoppers
    Amy Tan is a Travel Planner and the Founder of Planet Hoppers, a boutique travel design team founded in 2002. Planet Hoppers specializes in brainstorming and creating itineraries for dream vacations, honeymoons, exotic adventures, family reunions, and group trips. Planet Hoppers is a TRUE accredited travel agency and a member of the Signature Travel Network, the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), and Travel Leaders. Amy earned a BA in Communications and a BS in Physics from the University of California, Davis in 2000.
    Travel Planner & Founder, Planet Hoppers
    Expert Answer
    It really depends on how often you travel and your tolerance for waiting at the airport.
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    Is known travel ID for crew members only?
    Liza Gaylord
    Community Answer
    No, you also get a Known Traveler Number if you sign up for TSA Precheck, Global Entry, or a similar program.
  • Question
    If my known traveler number is set to expire, can I get a renewal online or do I need to go someplace for finger printing etc. again?
    Community Answer
    You can renew again online, for the same application price, provided you are within a 6-month window of the number expiring but it has not yet expired.
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    How do I find out if I already have TSA Precheck?
    Community Answer
    Call the TSA Precheck support number and verify with them. They should be able to pull up that information fairly quickly.
  • Question
    Are there any discounts for the know traveler number if you are a veteran?
    Community Answer
    Neither the TSA nor the USCBP offers any discounts on the application fee for anyone. However, you can sometimes get a discount through your credit card provider or other loyalty programs.
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