{"id":245967,"date":"2026-04-10T18:00:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T18:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=245967\/"},"modified":"2026-04-10T12:54:16","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T12:54:16","slug":"tsa-precheck-touchless-id-how-it-works-and-where-you-can-use-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/travel\/tsa-touchless-id\/","title":{"rendered":"TSA PreCheck Touchless ID: How It Works \u2014 and Where You Can Use It"},"content":{"rendered":"

Between TSA PreCheck, CLEAR, and airline-specific programs, travelers now have multiple ways to speed through checkpoints. The latest addition is TSA PreCheck Touchless ID, a facial-recognition option that lets you move through security, bag drop, and even boarding without pulling out a physical ID.<\/p>\n

The program is already live at dozens of airports and is expanding quickly, with plans to reach 65 U.S. airports this spring.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how TSA PreCheck Touchless ID works, where you can use it, and whether it\u2019s worth opting into on your next trip.<\/p>\n

What Is TSA PreCheck Touchless ID?<\/span><\/h2>\n

TSA PreCheck Touchless ID is a facial-recognition screening program that TSA PreCheck<\/a> members can opt into. It allows travelers to verify their identity without presenting a physical ID at select checkpoints.<\/p>\n

The program started as Delta Digital ID<\/a> in 2021. It's currently available in over 50 airports, with plans to grow to 65 airports in the spring 2026.<\/p>\n

The big five U.S. carriers have all partnered with TSA PreCheck Touchless ID at select airports and terminals. That means you can only use the program if you are flying with Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, or United Airlines. Availability depends on both the airline you\u2019re flying and the airport you\u2019re departing from.<\/p>\n

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Touchless ID is a free additional service for TSA PreCheck members. TSA PreCheck is available at over 1,300 locations and helps you get through security lines in 10 minutes or less. You can purchase a membership for as little as $76.75. You can also claim a free or discounted TSA PreCheck membership with numerous credit cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
Card<\/th>Credit Frequency<\/th>Annual Fee<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Citi Strata Elite\u2120 Card<\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$595<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
American Express Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup><\/a><\/td>4 years for Global Entry or 4.5 years for TSA PreCheck depending on whichever application fee is charged to your eligible card first<\/td>$895 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Business Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup> from American Express<\/a><\/td>4 years for Global Entry or 4.5 years for TSA PreCheck depending on whichever application fee is charged to your eligible card first<\/td>$895 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant\u00ae<\/sup> American Express\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a><\/td>4 years for Global Entry or 4.5 years for TSA PreCheck depending on whichever application fee is charged to your eligible card first<\/td>$650 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Platinum American Express Card<\/a><\/td>4 years for Global Entry or 4.5 years for TSA PreCheck depending on whichever application fee is charged to your eligible card first<\/td>$350 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Platinum Business American Express Card<\/a><\/td>4 years for Global Entry or 4.5 years for TSA PreCheck depending on whichever application fee is charged to your eligible card first<\/td>$350 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Reserve American Express Card<\/a><\/td>4 years for Global Entry or 4.5 years for TSA PreCheck depending on whichever application fee is charged to your eligible card first<\/td>$650 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Reserve Business American Express Card<\/a><\/td>4 years for Global Entry or 4.5 years for TSA PreCheck depending on whichever application fee is charged to your eligible card first<\/td>$650 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$795 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Ritz-Carlton\u2122 Credit Card<\/strong><\/td>4 years (Global Entry application only)<\/td>$450<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Aeroplan\u00ae<\/sup> Credit Card<\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$95 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
United Club\u2120 Card<\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$695 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
United\u2120 Explorer Card<\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$0 intro annual fee for the first year, then $150 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
United Quest\u2120 Card<\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$350<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Southwest\u00ae<\/sup> Rapid Rewards\u00ae<\/sup> Performance Business Credit Card<\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$299<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card<\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$99 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card<\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$99 <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$395<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Venture X Business<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$395<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Spark Miles for Business<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$0 introductory fee for the first year; $95 after that<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Citi\u00ae<\/sup> \/ AAdvantage\u00ae<\/sup> Executive World Elite Mastercard\u00ae<\/sup><\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$595<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Citi Prestige\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/strong><\/td>4 years<\/td>$495<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
U.S. Bank Altitude\u2122 Reserve Visa Infinite\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
U.S. Bank Altitude\u00ae<\/sup> Connect Visa Signature\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a><\/td>4 years (Up to $100 statement credit only)<\/td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bank of America\u00ae<\/sup> Premium Rewards\u00ae<\/sup> credit card<\/a><\/td>4 years (Up to $100 statement credit only)<\/td>$95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bank of America\u00ae<\/sup> Premium Rewards\u00ae<\/sup> Elite Credit Card<\/strong><\/td>4 years<\/td>$550<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
PenFed Pathfinder\u00ae<\/sup> Rewards Visa Signature\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong><\/td>4 years<\/td>$95 (waived for existing PenFed Honors Advantage Members)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HSBC Premier World Mastercard\u00ae<\/sup> credit card<\/strong><\/td>4.5 years (Up to $85 statement credit only)<\/td>$95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HSBC Premier World Elite Mastercard\u00ae<\/sup> credit card<\/strong><\/td>4.5 years<\/td>$495<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Choice Privileges\u00ae<\/sup> Select Mastercard\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
One Key+\u2122 Card<\/a> (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>4 years<\/td>$99<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
USAA Eagle Navigator\u00ae<\/sup> Credit Card<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Emirates Skywards Premium World Elite Mastercard\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong><\/td>4 years<\/td>$499<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
JetBlue Premier Card<\/strong><\/td>4 years<\/td>$499<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

How to Enroll in TSA PreCheck Touchless ID<\/span><\/h2>\n

Signing up for Touchless ID<\/a> is quite straightforward. Each airline's dashboard is a little different, but the steps are the same:<\/p>\n