{"id":245967,"date":"2026-07-08T18:10:02","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T18:10:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=245967\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T18:10:02","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T18:10:02","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 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 65 U.S. airports, and it just got a whole lot easier to opt in and use, thanks to a new partnership with Google Wallet.<\/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, but it has grown rapidly and is now available at 65 airports. Previously, you could only use the program if you were flying with an airline that partnered with TSA PreCheck Touchless ID at select airports and terminals. Those airlines include Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines.<\/p>\n

However, thanks to a new partnership with Google Wallet, eligible passengers can now use TSA PreCheck Touchless ID with any of the more than 100 TSA PreCheck airlines at participating airports nationwide. Google Wallet is the first digital wallet to partner with Touchless ID, so fingers crossed that Apple users will be able to access quick enrollment and use of Touchless ID in the near future. Until then, Apple users will have to stick with Apple Digital ID<\/a>.<\/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\n\t
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American Express Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup><\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$895 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The Business Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup> from American Express<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$895 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant\u00ae<\/sup> American Express\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$650 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Platinum American Express Card<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$350 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Platinum Business American Express Card<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$350 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Reserve American Express Card<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$650 (Rates & Fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Reserve Business American Express Card<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/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>$95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capital One Venture Business<\/a><\/td>4 years<\/td>$95<\/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
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Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card<\/div>\n
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Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nEarn 75,000 Miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening. <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card<\/strong>\n
Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nEarn 75,000 Miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening. <\/div>\n
Annual Fee:<\/strong>$95<\/b><\/div>\n
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Following the revamp of Capital One's rewards program and the addition of airline transfer partners, the Capital One Venture has catapulted into our list of top travel rewards cards. The ability to earn at least 2X miles on every purchase provides a decent return on spending. Plus the card offers some great perks.<\/div>