Gateside by TSA PreCheck | Transportation Security Administration

Gateside by TSA PreCheck is a special authorization that allows non-travelers who are eligible for TSA PreCheck screening to access parts of the airport beyond the security checkpoint. They can be used to meet family members at their gate, join a friend on a long layover for lunch or dinner, visit airport dining and shopping locations, or greet service members returning from deployment. Gateside by TSA PreCheck is the only way non-travelers can access the airport beyond security while using the TSA PreCheck lanes. If you get a gate pass from an airline or airport visitor program, you will need to proceed through security via the standard screening lanes. TSA PreCheck members can click the Apply button on the Gateside by TSA PreCheck website. Gateside by TSA PreCheck is available to people who can access TSA PreCheck screening via TSA PreCheck membership, certain federal employees, and other trusted traveler programs. TSA has partnered with 13 airports during the initial launch of the program. They are: Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) in Arizona John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) in OhioDallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Texas Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Michigan Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) in KansasIndianapolis International Airport (IND) in Indiana Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Nevada Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in California Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) in Arkansas Will Rogers International Airport (OKC) in OklahomaEppley Airfield (OMA) in NebraskaSan Diego International Airport (SAN) in California Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Utah You must apply for a Gateside pass at least one day before your visit and no more than three days in advance. No, you will show the TSA Officer an acceptable ID. You may need to show the Officer your portal dashboard on your mobile device showing your approved Gateside pass status (screenshots or printouts will not be accepted). Any reservations including children will need to be verified with the portal status to ensure everyone at the checkpoint is on the reservation. Non-travelers should check their approval status via the online portal before proceeding to the airport to ensure their pass is valid and their status has not changed. Be prepared by logging in to the portal before you give your ID to the Officer. Airlines issue gate passes in very limited instances (e.g., accompanying a minor, a person with disabilities, or a military member). People with gate passes must go through TSA’s standard screening lanes, regardless of TSA PreCheck membership status.Gateside by TSA PreCheck allows eligible individuals to use TSA PreCheck screening lanes at participating airports for a broader variety of reasons, such as meeting traveling family member at their gate, joining a friend with a long layover for a meal, meeting with a business associate or employee, or visiting dining and retail establishments in the airport that are beyond the TSA security checkpoint. Yes. Add children to your registration using the “add visitor” option. You will need to log in to your portal when you get to the airport to show the TSA Officer that all people at the checkpoint are on the approved registration. Gateside by TSA PreCheck is only available at 14 airports in the initial phase. If your airport doesn’t appear, it doesn’t participate in the program yet. TSA is adding airports in a phased approach to expand access to the program. Present your acceptable ID at the TSA PreCheck security screening lane. You may not use TSA PreCheck Touchless ID lanes. Visitors are subject to the same screening requirements and limits as ticketed passengers when going through security screening with a Gateside pass. No, Gateside by TSA PreCheck is a benefit of your TSA PreCheck membership. You should use a TSA PreCheck screening lane. You cannot use TSA PreCheck Touchless ID lanes for this program. If TSA PreCheck lanes are closed upon your arrival, you may be directed to a standard screening lane by a TSA Officer. The personal information you enter into the portal must exactly match the information in your TSA PreCheck application. This includes name, date of birth, and KTN. Make sure you enter your information correctly. Additionally, each participating airport sets limits on the number of passes issued for each day. If your information is correct but you’ve been denied a pass, your airport may have reached its limit for your selected day. Passes are valid for one calendar day, and re-entry is allowed on that date. You can verify your identity using TSA ConfirmID. The $45 fee will apply.