IDENT sends TSA a notification to indicate that information on a TWIC® holder was received via a biometric fingerprint match to an identity or individual in its database that may result in a TWIC® card being revoked. IDENT is a system of databases that store and share biometric and biographical information, such as fingerprints and digital photographs, for more than 259 million individuals. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Automated Biometric Identification System (IDENT). In 2014, TSA expanded TWIC® security threat assessment recurrent vetting capabilities by enrolling TWIC® applicants in the U.S. Since TWIC® was launched in 2007, TSA has conducted recurrent vetting of cardholders through the terrorist screening database and vetted individuals who may be wanted by police and/or who may have warrants out for their arrest via the National Crime Information Center. TWIC® recurrent vetting provides near real-time continuous monitoring of the eligibility status of approved TWIC® applicants for the length of the valid security threat assessment. You can check your status online at any time.

You can have your card mailed to your home address or you can pick it up at the application center.

Pay a non-refundable fee valid for five years with a credit card, money order, company check or certified/cashier’s check.

passport or a driver’s license and birth certificate.

Provide required documentation, be fingerprinted and take a facial photo.

Walk-ins are welcome but appointments take priority. Schedule an appointment online or call (855) 347-8371 weekdays, 8 a.m. Apply Complete the online application or you can complete the entire process in person at an application center.

TSA is experiencing increased demand for TWIC, and the processing times for some applicants may exceed 45 days. Important Notice: TSA recommends that all applicants enroll for TWIC® (including renewals) a minimum of 60 days before applicants require a valid TWIC.

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